VIEWPOINT: Take the Cultural Climate Survey
Daniella Sanchez (COL ’22) urges students to fill out Georgetown University’s first Cultural Climate Survey and argues that every student’s experience at Georgetown is critical to the results of this survey, regardless of whether they belong to an explicit cultural community.
VIEWPOINT: Speaking for the Second Stewards Society
Adam Augustine Carter (CAS ’87, L ’91), a member of the Second Society of Stewards, defends the Stewards’ service of Georgetown University.
FOLAN: Deciding to Take a Leap
Fr. Peter Folan, S.J., reflects on his appreciation for leap day and a career decision that set him on a new life path 20 years ago.
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VIEWPOINT: Take the Cultural Climate Survey
“We need concrete evidence.” “Where are the numbers on that?” “How do you know this is an issue?” Anyone advocating an issue at Georgetown University…
VIEWPOINT: Speaking for the Second Stewards Society
On Feb. 21, The Hoya decided the Stewards were newsworthy. Yet the news article, “Anonymous Twitter Account Vows To Unmask Secret Society Members,” was curious…
FELDMAN & SHAHAM: Beyond a History of Firsts
Black history is American history. Since 1619, when the first Black slaves were brought to the United States, Black people have been shaping American history…
REUTER: Value Diversity of Georgetown Experiences
Standing at my research bench, I was holding two petri dishes over a Bunsen burner flame comparing bacterial growth between the two plates. Culturing bacteria…
VIEWPOINT: Choose Speakers Responsibly
On Feb. 24, the Georgetown University College Republicans hosted Eric Trump (MSB ’06) and Charlie Kirk on Georgetown University’s campus. Our organization, Georgetown University College…
KEHOE: Engage in Opposing Ideas
The Georgetown University College Republicans hosted the son of President Donald Trump on Feb. 25, offering a chance for the student body to define its…
EDITORIAL: Expand Hoya Hub’s Resources
As the Georgetown University Student Association’s incoming executives prepare to be sworn in, the incoming administration will have the opportunity to incorporate new projects into…
VIEWPOINT: Be an Accomplice
Every February, I get mixed emotions about Black History Month. I’m not conflicted about the value of recognizing and reflecting on African American history. However,…
CARNES: Embrace Reflection During Lent
Amid the midsemester rush of midterms and papers, and the final push of so much activity before spring break, Wednesday marked a turning point for…
EDITORIAL: Stop Failing Black Survivors
This Editorial discusses sexual assault on campus. Please refer to the end of the article for on- and off-campus resources. Georgetown University students have been…
O’CONNOR: Inspire Young Leaders
Representative Don Young (R-Alaska) has served in Congress longer than the average American has been alive. With almost five decades under his belt representing Alaska’s…
EDITORIAL: Fix Post-Holiday Class Schedule
Georgetown University follows a Monday class schedule on the Tuesday after Presidents’ Day, even though this day is just a regular Tuesday everywhere else. Last…
EDITORIAL: Further Invest in CAPS Groups
Demand for mental health services on college campuses has increased nationwide over the past few years, and many universities have invested especially in group counseling…
FOLAN: Deciding To Take a Leap
I am in the middle of only my second semester as a faculty member at Georgetown University, and, happily, I am already penning my first…
VIEWPOINT: Commit to Allyship
As we approach the end of Black History Month, I ask my fellow white colleagues as well as white students to consider how they are…
VIEWPOINT: Support Homeless Young Parents
Homeless young parents, defined as under 24 years old and pregnant or with a child, are no longer considered youth, and are not a “population…
EDITORIAL: Alert Students About Fires
In the early morning of Feb. 8, a fire broke out in Georgetown University’s Henle Village apartments. Yet the university failed to inform Henle residents…
VIEWPOINT: Recommit to Free Speech Policy
On Jan. 22, 2020, Georgetown University prohibited an event hosted by H*yas for Choice from being held on campus. This action — an unequivocal violation…
O’CONNOR: Elect a Working-Class Congress
Despite living in the richest country on earth, almost half of Americans lack the cash on hand to afford a $400 emergency. Wall Street celebrates…
REUTER: Maintaining Homeostasis in College
Following the pre-med track at Georgetown University requires becoming well acquainted with chemistry. Pre-med coursework includes two semesters of “General Chemistry,” two semesters of “Organic…
EDITORIAL: Expand Winter Break Housing
As spring break approaches, Georgetown University students have the option to remain on campus, return home or travel. Students living on campus do not have…
VIEWPOINT: Assist Refugees in Lebanon
For over three months, the Lebanese people protested against a government that failed to meet their basic needs and demands. Even though newly elected Prime…
KEHOE: Make Space for Future Generations
A new question raised by the ecological crisis is whether climate change should dissuade people from bringing children into the world. The Sierra Club recently…
SHAHBAZ: Acknowledge Co-Creation of Identities
Earlier in January, I was flying back to Georgetown University via Qatar. In what was ostensibly a mundane trip back to school, I was reintroduced…
BROWN: Embracing Uncertainty in Gender
If you’re on social media sites like Tumblr, Twitter or Facebook, you’ve probably seen queer and trans people and allies make jokes about how “gender…
FELDMAN & SHAHAM: Address Whiteness of the SFS
Attending Georgetown University has been a privilege. The faculty, the programs, even the students are all world-class. But something is off about campus. Georgetown is…
VIEWPOINT: Mandate Reparations for GU272
With the words of Martin Luther King Jr. before me, I am reminded that evil often succeeds when “moderates” do nothing. Indeed, the graduate student…
EDITORIAL: Avoid Coronavirus Memes
While coronavirus has tragically affected many people in China, the United States has seen a problematic trend of jokes and internet memes making light of…
EDITORIAL: Provide Varsity Track Facility
Georgetown University’s track teams are preparing to start their seasons, but they need a track. The Georgetown men’s and women’s track teams currently practice off…
VIEWPOINT: Stop Sensationalizing Coronavirus
Everyday life in China is coming to a standstill; streets once filled with people are now practically empty. During Chinese New Year, celebration was muted,…
VIEWPOINT: In GUSA Election, Consider LGBTQ+ Issues
While this week’s Georgetown University Student Association elections may seem insignificant, they provide an opportunity for new executives to redirect resources toward issues that matter…
EDITORIAL: Vote Marin-Mora and Deleon
This campaign season, students should look to Georgetown University Student Association candidates to propose enactable policies. After just one ticket — Nicolo Ferretti (SFS ’21)…
KEHOE: Focus GOP Efforts on Cities
In 2016, white working-class voters in Pennsylvania and Michigan became disenchanted with the Democratic Party and voted red. In coming years, U.S. voters in the…
REUTER: Resist Desensitization to Stress Culture
On the cellular level, we are programmed to respond to stress. Our cells sense and respond to their environment. Signaling molecules — like the hormones…
VIEWPOINT: Remembering Kobe, Forge a Legacy
On Jan. 26, former Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant passed away suddenly in a helicopter crash with his daughter Gianna and seven others. Within…
SEPTOFF: Prioritize Accessibility for Students
When I entered Georgetown University as a first-year, I was ready to walk away from the many inequities and challenges I faced as a visually…
EDITORIAL: Promote Off-Campus Living
Georgetown University does not guarantee housing to all senior undergraduates, leaving the majority of seniors to find their own housing options. Yet students are often…