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GW Holiday Video 2016: Stick Together

University sends season’s greetings with a wonderland of sticky notes.

GW Holiday Video 2016: Stick Together

HEADLINES

Newly Discovered Dinosaur Species Lost Teeth as Adults

December 20, 2016

GW researchers found that Limusaurus inextricabilis lost their sharp baby teeth as they grew older, a discovery that could shed light on bird evolution.

Americans’ Belief in Climate Change Tied to Local Weather Events

December 19, 2016

Researchers found that people living in regions with recent historically high temperatures are more likely to believe in climate change.

GW Announces Development Plans for 2100 Pennsylvania and Rice Hall

December 19, 2016

The redevelopment will generate revenue for academic priorities.

A Conversation with Former CIA Director David Petraeus

December 18, 2016

The retired Army general discussed the war in Syria, Donald Trump and his outlook for the United States at GW’s National Churchill Library and Center.

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#GWtoDo: Your Curated Arts and Events Agenda

‘Tis the season for the university’s holiday parties and free treats at GW’s annual Midnight Breakfast. Plus, don’t miss an evening with retired Gen. David Petraeus. 

 

News in Brief

GW Law Professor Reelected to Commission

Sean Murphy, GW Law Patricia Roberts Harris Research Professor of Law, was reelected to the United Nations International Law Commission.

Read more at the International Law Commission...

School of Nursing Dean Receives Leadership in Nursing Education Award

Pamela Jeffries accepted the National League for Nursing Mary Adelaide Nutting Award for Outstanding Leadership in Nursing Education last week.

Read more at the School of Nursing website

GW, joining national movement, opens a food pantry to feed students in need

"The Store" is open to students in need of free food, an issue being addressed at more and more colleges.

Read more at the Washington Post

Why U.S. taxpayers may pay most of Apple’s $14.5 billion tax bill

GW professor explains the implications of the European Commission's whopping judgment against the tech giant.

Read the story at the Washington Post

Colonial Sports

W. Basketball. Women's Basketball Wins Non-Conference Finale vs. Loyola, 74-64

M. Basketball. Men’s Basketball Rallies but Falls at Miami, 72-64

W. Basketball. Women's Basketball Hosts Loyola (Md.) in Non-Conference Finale

W. Basketball. Women's Basketball Falls to #14 Stanford, 71-52

M. Basketball. Men's Basketball Set to Close Non-Conference Play at Miami

W. Basketball. Women's Basketball Set for Battle vs. #14 Stanford

Water Polo. Petkovic Caps Career as Four-Time All-American

M. Basketball. Colonial of the Week - Men's Basketball's Jordan Roland

Softball. Softball Announces Winter Clinics in Time for Holidays

W. Lacrosse. Lacrosse Unveils 2017 Schedule

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Editor's Picks

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Holiday Depression Is More Than the Blues

Warning signs can be hard for sufferers to detect, and the illness is tough for professionals to diagnose.

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2016 GW Gift Guide

Businesses run by GW alumni offer a variety of unique offerings, from bow ties to whimsical gift boxes, DIY gin and hand-crafted wood furniture.

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GW Celebrates Interdisciplinary Innovation with Opening of Cancer Center

The GW Cancer Center brings experts from across the university together to focus on cancer research and patient care.

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Five Tips on Shopping Smarter This Holiday Season

GW School of Business Professor Vanessa Perry says people can save money this holiday season by planning ahead and shopping with a reliable friend.

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University Urges Dialogue, Not Partisanship, in Wake of Election

Students, faculty and staff voiced their concerns about the presidential election results to GW leadership at a town hall.

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Top Stories of the Fall 2016 Semester

Presidential politics, a new campus residence hall and the university’s entering freshman class ranked among GW Today’s most-read stories.