News
Remembering a Fighting Spirit, An Inspiring Faith
Jenny Faenza (COL ’11) kept herself busy around campus between her job at Midnight MUG, singing in church services on Sundays and ESCAPE retreats on weekends.
Georgetown Student Assaulted on Harbin Patio
A Georgetown student was reportedly attacked early this morning by three unknown males, according to a Public Safety Announcement issued by the Department of Public Safety this morning.
As Global Costs Vary, Study Abroad Tuition Stays the Same
Across the many different countries in which Georgetown students choose to study abroad, there are great differences in the cost of living. For instance, a two-liter Coca-Cola in Germany will cost $4.06, while the same bottle of Coca-Cola in South Africa will run only $0.78. Although so many prices will vary depending upon location and exchange rate, one cost will remain the same: their tuition.
Math Chair Named D.C.'s Top Professor
Celebrated by Georgetown students for his creative teaching methods and by fellow professors for his innovative research in mathematical education, The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education have awarded Professor James Sandefur, chair of Georgetown’s mathematics department, with the 2008 District of Columbia Professor of the
Proponents of New Littering Fines Hope to Clean Up D.C.
Littering in the District is about to become as costly to residents as it is to the environment.
New legislation, which would institute fines for littering, is currently being considered by the D.C. Council in an effort to conserve the environment and keep the city clean. These fines are the first of their kind in the District.
Living Through War, Times of Trouble in Iraq
Waseem Khaleel (COL’12) has watched soldiers die, awaited his kidnapped father’s return and lived in constant fear. Khaleel grew up in Iraq and has recently moved to the United States to study at Georgetown. He sat down with THE HOYA to discuss some of his memories from his home country.
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News in Brief
Financial Crisis Sends Business-Minded Back to School
In an attempt to gain an edge in the increasingly competitive business world, many in the financial sector are going back to school to re-educate themselves. This growing interest in becoming more knowledgeable in the field has led to a surge in interest in many top-tier business schools.
Obama Draws From GU Community
As President-elect Barack Obama begins to pick his leadership team, three Georgetown faculty members and one Georgetown graduate have already been appointed to Obama’s transition team and two have been nominated for positions in his administration.
Relay for Life: GU Tops National Colleges
The American Cancer Society recently honored Georgetown for its outstanding efforts in making its 2008 Relay for Life the most successful college Relay event in the country.
Corp Plans to Launch Campus Craigslist
Whether seeking furniture, a roommate or a new group to join, students will soon be able to use HoyaTrade, Georgetown’s first classified Web site, as a convenient way to satisfy everyday wants and needs.
As the creators of HoyaTrade, The Corp hopes the new site will serve as a safe, simple and reliable way for students to exchange various items and services.
TSU Bans JuicyCampus, Founder Fights Back
The controversy surrounding JuicyCampus.com continued this month when Tennessee State University banned the site from its campus network, sparking First Amendment debates on campuses nationwide.
Low-Income D.C. Middle-Schoolers Receive New Educational Opportunities
Representatives from the Washington Jesuit Academy, a tuition-free school based on the Nativity model of education, spoke at Georgetown on Nov. 20 to members of Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit Honor Society.









