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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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The identity of New Orleans is characterized by interactions among diverse groups that have historically inhabited the city, according to Jason Berry (CAS ’71), author and investigative reporter.

Diversity Has Shaped New Orleanian Culture, Author Says

By Charlie Goetzman February 28, 2019

The culture of New Orleans has historically been shaped by the influence of its diverse inhabitants, said Jason Berry (CAS ’71), author and investigative reporter. The Feb. 25 event featured Berry’s...

Author Criticizes Elitist Institutions for Encouraging Wealth Inequality

By Karena Landler September 20, 2018

Institutionalized economic inequality remains prevalent in society despite increased funding for social improvement, author Anand Giridharadas said at an event in Copley Formal Lounge on Wednesday hosted...

Georgetown Author R.F. Kuang Speaks on Upcoming Novel ‘The Poppy War’

By Rachel Linton December 10, 2017

HarperCollins is set to publish Georgetown senior Rebecca Kuang’s (SFS ’18) speculative historical fiction novel “The Poppy War” in May 2018, followed by two sequels. Set in a mythical land inspired...

Prison System Evokes Attica Uprising for Author

By Elisabeth Neylan October 6, 2017

The mistreatment of inmates in New York State’s Attica Prison over 40 years ago is relevant in scrutinizing current U.S. prison policy, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Heather Thompson argued in the Intercultural...

Series of Essays Sheds Light Onto Life of American Poet

By Elizabeth Garbitelli October 28, 2011

Larry Woiwode's straightforward narrative voice and clear prose serve the essay medium well as evidenced by his latest collection of writings, Words Made Fresh. Woiwode, poet-laureate of North Dakota...

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