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Grappling with the persistent effects of his detainment, Khan Suri remains focused on researching democratic peacebuilding.
A Year After ICE Detained Him, Badar Khan Suri Still Believes in the American Promise
Khan Suri is continuing his research on religious pluralism as his case against the government becomes a touchpoint for the Trump administration’s unprecedented immigration crackdown.
By Nora Toscano and Ajani Stella April 24, 2026
Ahead of Eduardo Peñalver’s inauguration, students and faculty at Seattle University, where Peñalver was previously president, have expressed concerns about his free speech record. | Ege Alidedeoglu/The Hoya
GU Students Seek Increased Involvement in Free Speech Policy
In the face of an increasingly hostile federal environment, Georgetown students said the university should reduce restrictions on campus protest and promote student engagement with the speech and expression policy.
By Ella Farahnakian and Juliet Rotondo April 16, 2026
To survive in an increasingly expensive city, many adjuncts teach at several universities, do additional work outside of academia or rely on their partner’s income. | Anish Raja/The Hoya
Seeking a Place in Academia, GU Adjuncts Struggle to Make Ends Meet
Part-time professors make up nearly half of all Georgetown faculty but receive limited pay, few benefits and little long-term support.
By Ajani Stella and Opal Kendall April 8, 2026
Some international students choose their major out of professional necessity, opting to pursue a science degree because it offers extended work authorization. | Illustration by Anish Raja
Amid Visa Uncertainty, GU International Students Call For Integrated Career Guidance
International students say Georgetown’s Office of Global Services offers little professional support and has persistent issues with timeliness.
By Nam Nguyen and Bridget Galibois March 26, 2026
Since the 1930s, Washington, D.C. housing policies have pushed Black residents out of Georgetown, making the neighborhood more racially and economically homogenous. | Illustration by Madeleine Ott/The Hoya, Photos by Library of Congress, Courtesy of Kishan Putta
Consequences of Neighborhood Displacement Persist for GU Students, Georgetown Residents
While university support programs have eased their college transition, Black and first-generation, low-income Georgetown students say the neighborhood’s demographic disparities impact their sense of belonging.
By Sophia Tully and Caroline Blake March 12, 2026
Amid a growing mental health crisis on college campuses, students say Georgetown does not offer equal insurance coverage for mental- and physical-health-related leaves of absence. | Illustration by Avelyn Bailey/The Hoya
GU Students Raise Concerns Over Campus Mental Health Resources, Insurance
Although Georgetown has taken some steps to expand mental health services, students report regular delays and communication issues when seeking support from CAPS.
By Caroline Garland and Thejas Kumar February 26, 2026
Many students say they chose not to study languages of interest, citing concerns about earning the requirement and graduating on time. | Illustration by Avelyn Bailey/The Hoya
SFS Students, Faculty Feel Language Proficiency Requirement Lacks Structure, Limits Global Education
The proficiency requirement differs significantly between Latin- and non-Latin-alphabet languages.
By Serene Pai, Deputy Features Editor • February 12, 2026
The university’s humid climate and older infrastructure make Georgetown facilities more susceptible to indoor microbial growth. | Illustration by Avelyn Bailey
GU Students Criticize University Response to Mold, Microbial Growth
Amid concerns about suspected microbial growth in dorms, students cite issues with housing delays and communication gaps.
By Ezri Rohatgi, Features Staff Writer • January 29, 2026
LGBTQ+ students navigate a complex relationship with Georgetown University’s Catholic identity, which has limited institutional acceptance and support. | Illustration by Avelyn Bailey, Photos by Steven Riel, Jimmy Yellen, Bonnie Schurman and Ben McAfee/The Hoya
Amid Political Opposition, LGBTQ+ Students Struggle to Rebuild Historical Advocacy Networks
While LGBTQ+ activists have historically formed strong student coalitions, calling for formal recognition and university support, modern groups face greater disconnect.
By Saroja Ramchandren, Senior Features Editor • January 15, 2026
Pre-med CAS students regularly face challenges with class registration, access to faculty and career mentorship. | Illustration by Ege Alidedeoglu
An Apple a Day: CAS Pre-Med Students Cite Scheduling Issues, Lack of Mentorship as Educational Barriers
While the College contains much of Georgetown’s pre-med population, SOH offers more institutional support.
By Ezri Rohatgi and Sophia Tully December 4, 2025
While Georgetown remains consistently strong in business and finance, its entrepreneurship program lags behind peer universities. | Illustration by Madeleine Ott / The Hoya
By the Book: Despite Progress, Students Say GU Entrepreneurship Remains Underdeveloped, Conventional
Entrepreneurship at Georgetown is limited by a lack of technical education and emphasis on more traditional business paths.
By Milan Varma, Features Staff Writer • November 20, 2025
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