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Sunday, March 10, 2013
WRGW News Interview with Dr. Ron Paul
Friday, March 8, 2013
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Candidate for SA VP Looks to Revitalize Student Space
By Sam Michel
In announcing his campaign for Student Association Executive Vice President, Mike Adam knew how much voters had been hearing about the use of student space on campus. But the sophomore, double majoring in Political Science and Music, believes his proposal on student space will bring a fresh perspective to an issue that seems to have stalled amongst University officials.
Adam’s platform also focuses on traditional SA campaign policy points such as increasing the student government’s accountability and transparency, seeking alternative funding sources for the 400+ student organizations, and providing more on-campus housing options for fraternities and sororities.
Adam is a sophomore from Long Island. He is running against Will Ellingson and Kostas Skordalos for SA Executive Vice President. The Election will be held on Wednesday, March 20th through Thursday, March 21st.
Classes to Resume Thursday after Snowstorm Fizzles Out in DC
GW announced Wednesday night that classes will resume and the University will return to a normal schedule on Thursday.
The University had closed early on Wednesday morning in anticipation of a major snowstorm that was expected to bring potentially a half-foot or more of snow to the DC Metro area.
Parts of Virginia west and south of DC have seen heavy snow and amount ranging from several inches to 8 inches in Loudon County according to WTOP.com. The Associated Press reports that in places in southern and western Virginia several counties have seen amounts ranging from a foot to more than 18 inches of snow.
However, in DC itself little snow has fallen and even less has stuck to pavement. According to “The Capital Weather Gang" blog, part of The Washington Post’s website (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/capital-weather-gang) as of mid-afternoon 0.2 inches of Snow had fallen at Reagan National Airport while 3.5 inches had fallen at Dulles International Airport.
According to the Weather Gang blog, the snow didn’t materialize as expected in the District and along I-95 because it was simply too warm and the storm, although powerful, was unable to bring enough cold air into the DC area to turn the rain into snow.
As the afternoon went along, The National Weather service downgraded its predictions and now there is only a winter weather advisory in the area. Also, there is a wind advisory through 11pm tonight. Guests could go-up to 55 mph.
The University had closed early on Wednesday morning in anticipation of a major snowstorm that was expected to bring potentially a half-foot or more of snow to the DC Metro area.
Parts of Virginia west and south of DC have seen heavy snow and amount ranging from several inches to 8 inches in Loudon County according to WTOP.com. The Associated Press reports that in places in southern and western Virginia several counties have seen amounts ranging from a foot to more than 18 inches of snow.
However, in DC itself little snow has fallen and even less has stuck to pavement. According to “The Capital Weather Gang" blog, part of The Washington Post’s website (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/capital-weather-gang) as of mid-afternoon 0.2 inches of Snow had fallen at Reagan National Airport while 3.5 inches had fallen at Dulles International Airport.
According to the Weather Gang blog, the snow didn’t materialize as expected in the District and along I-95 because it was simply too warm and the storm, although powerful, was unable to bring enough cold air into the DC area to turn the rain into snow.
As the afternoon went along, The National Weather service downgraded its predictions and now there is only a winter weather advisory in the area. Also, there is a wind advisory through 11pm tonight. Guests could go-up to 55 mph.
BREAKING: GW Closed Due to Winter Storm
At 5am Wednesday morning the University announced that it will be closed today, March 6th, and no scheduled classes, activities, or events would be held due to a snowstorm that is affecting the DC and mid-atlantic region.
The University advises the GW community to continue to check: advisories.gwu.edu for updates regarding the storm.
According to The Washington Post's "Capital Weather Gang" blog, DC is expected to receive 5-10 inches between Wednesday morning and late Wednesday night.
All designated personnel and emergency employees of the University are still scheduled to report.
The last time the University canceled classes came back in October when classes on October 29th and October 30th were canceled due to Hurricane Sandy.
The last time the University canceled classes due to snow was in February 2010 during the now famous "Snowmageddon" snow storms.
UPDATE-6:45am: The University is saying through its Campus Advisories Website that transportation to and from the Virginia Science and Technology campus has been suspended. However, transportation to and from the Mount Vernon Campus will continue at the moment on its normal schedule.
Also, according to the Eckles Library twitter account, Eckles will be open from 10am-4pm Wednesday with the 24 hour computer lab remaining open after 4pm.
Stay with WRGW News for the latest updates on University announcements regarding the storm.
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Ron Paul Discusses Liberty at Lisner
by Michael Scarborough
Recurring presidential candidate and retired Congressman Ron Paul visited Lisner Auditorium Monday night to discuss his libertarian views and the nature of Washington politics. Paul opened up the night declaring, “I hear this is a revolution going on in this country,” which received a vibrant response from the crowd, and set the stage for the rest of his speech.
The former Texas representative, 77, discussed a wide range of issues, offering his opinion on everything from the national debt to the so-called “War on Drugs.” Paul’s viewpoints focused around the tenets of what he labeled “individual freedom and personal responsibility,” which he believes drove the United States to wealth and success.
“I think we have a domestic war on liberty,” Paul said. “You have a right to the fruits of your labor, you ought to keep what you’ve earned.”
Paul also focused much of his time speaking about the Federal Reserve system, which he believes is largely responsible for America’s economic woes. Because of this, he sees the Federal Reserve System collapsing in the near future.
“The failure of the financial system started in 1913 with the creation of the Federal Reserve,” Paul said. “It is a failing system of endless spending and endless borrowing.”
Paul implicitly criticized left-leaning politicians on several occasions, labeling government welfare programs as “failures.” However, Paul focused much of his criticism on the Republican Party, which he belonged to during his tenure in the House. He was especially angry over Republicans’ conduct during the recent confirmation hearing of Chuck Hagel, who he praised for being cautious and hesitant to intervene in foreign affairs. Senate Republicans, Paul claimed, “piled on Hagel” for appearing to be a “wimp.” Paul repudiated this label, calling Hagel “patriotic.”
The former congressman wrapped up the night by answering student questions. He received especially loud applause and laughter after he responded to a student’s question about adding an amendment regarding executive orders.
“I don’t think you need to amend the constitution,” Paul began. “What you need to do is get a president to read the constitution.”
The event, which drew a near-capacity crowd, was organized by the GW chapter of College Republicans. Students were able to acquire free tickets through the Lisner box office, and those not affiliated with the University were able to purchase them for $10.
Monday, March 4, 2013
Student Association Passes Four Bills at Recent Meeting
By Myles Goldman
Last Monday night the Student Association Senate passed a flurry of four bills at its meeting as it looks to accomplish its many initiatives before the legislative session ends in mid-April.
The Senate passed unanimously a resolution supporting a trial-program that extends the hours Eckles Library on the Mount Vernon campus is open on Friday and Saturdays. Eckles normally stays open until 8pm on Friday and Saturday but under the trial program will stay open until 10pm for the remainder of the semester.
The Senate also passed a resolution that suggests ways the University can reduce the amount of students print to protect the environment. Specifically, the bill called for reducing the price students pay through University printing for double-sided copies from fourteen cents to twelve cents as well as encouraging faculty members to accept electronic submissions and changing page requirements to word count requirements on assignments.
The Senate passed a Health Services and Insurance Act that attempts to ensure that students have a greater say in student health insurance plans the University offers. The bill establishes an ad-hoc committee comprised of students that will work with Student Health University officials to negotiate student health insurance rates with the insurance company the University works with.
The bill also asks the University ensure that there are staff dedicated to answering student questions about the student health care coverage and health care waivers.
The bill addresses a major concern of international students who many times found that they were forced to pay for the University health insurance plan for an entire year. According to Shashwat Gautam (SOB-Graduate), the bill's sponsor, these were some of the students he was thinking about when proposing the bill.
"Many students would graduate in May but still be libel to pay [their insurance]," Gupta said. "The University has been thinking like a health insurance company instead of thinking about students."
Last Monday night the Student Association Senate passed a flurry of four bills at its meeting as it looks to accomplish its many initiatives before the legislative session ends in mid-April.
The Senate passed unanimously a resolution supporting a trial-program that extends the hours Eckles Library on the Mount Vernon campus is open on Friday and Saturdays. Eckles normally stays open until 8pm on Friday and Saturday but under the trial program will stay open until 10pm for the remainder of the semester.
The Senate also passed a resolution that suggests ways the University can reduce the amount of students print to protect the environment. Specifically, the bill called for reducing the price students pay through University printing for double-sided copies from fourteen cents to twelve cents as well as encouraging faculty members to accept electronic submissions and changing page requirements to word count requirements on assignments.
The Senate passed a Health Services and Insurance Act that attempts to ensure that students have a greater say in student health insurance plans the University offers. The bill establishes an ad-hoc committee comprised of students that will work with Student Health University officials to negotiate student health insurance rates with the insurance company the University works with.
The bill also asks the University ensure that there are staff dedicated to answering student questions about the student health care coverage and health care waivers.
The bill addresses a major concern of international students who many times found that they were forced to pay for the University health insurance plan for an entire year. According to Shashwat Gautam (SOB-Graduate), the bill's sponsor, these were some of the students he was thinking about when proposing the bill.
"Many students would graduate in May but still be libel to pay [their insurance]," Gupta said. "The University has been thinking like a health insurance company instead of thinking about students."
Sunday, March 3, 2013
SA Campaign Season Starts with Poster Scramble
By Myles Goldman
Gw’s political equivalent to black Friday occurred last Monday morning. The annual Student Association election tradition of poster day took place bright and early at 7am.
Candidates and their supporters started gathering at Kogan Plaza at 6:30am.
Mitchell Langley, a Junior was out early for Columbian College Senate Candidate Marshall Cohen.
"He [Cohen] will be a really good Senator," Langley said. "He would do a really good job staying involved."
Fellow Junior Nathan Felton woke up early for VP Candidate Will Ellingson.
"I've been pretty involved and I haven't seen a candidate with as good of a platform," he commented.
Shortly before 7am the candidates and their supporters took their stances behind the yellow “do not cross” campaign taped to the pavement.
Shreya Chaturvedi, a candidate for Columbian College Senate, had a strategy for the chaos that was about to ensue.
"My strategy is to get [my posters up] in doorways at the Marvin Center and Academic Center," she said.
As the clock struck seven, the Joint Elections Committee sounded an airhorn and candidates and their supporters rushed the H Street entrance of the Marvin Center, carving out prime space for their posters
Other campaigns rushed to the Academic building complex of Rome and Phillips Hall down the street. Campaigns also put posters up at the University Yard entrance to Lisner Hall and the Mount Vernon campus.
This year was different because the JEC ruled that each campaign can only put-up 30 posters total including the Mount Vernon campus. In the past campaigns were limited in the amount of posters per a location but the overall total was much greater than 30.
The chaos lasted for about 20 minutes before many of the campaigns left to go have breakfast.
The election is March 20th and 21st.
To see a collection of pictures from the morning go to: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151456156781030.1073741825.202960926029&type=3
Gw’s political equivalent to black Friday occurred last Monday morning. The annual Student Association election tradition of poster day took place bright and early at 7am.
Candidates and their supporters started gathering at Kogan Plaza at 6:30am.
Mitchell Langley, a Junior was out early for Columbian College Senate Candidate Marshall Cohen.
"He [Cohen] will be a really good Senator," Langley said. "He would do a really good job staying involved."
Fellow Junior Nathan Felton woke up early for VP Candidate Will Ellingson.
"I've been pretty involved and I haven't seen a candidate with as good of a platform," he commented.
Shortly before 7am the candidates and their supporters took their stances behind the yellow “do not cross” campaign taped to the pavement.
Shreya Chaturvedi, a candidate for Columbian College Senate, had a strategy for the chaos that was about to ensue.
"My strategy is to get [my posters up] in doorways at the Marvin Center and Academic Center," she said.
As the clock struck seven, the Joint Elections Committee sounded an airhorn and candidates and their supporters rushed the H Street entrance of the Marvin Center, carving out prime space for their posters
Other campaigns rushed to the Academic building complex of Rome and Phillips Hall down the street. Campaigns also put posters up at the University Yard entrance to Lisner Hall and the Mount Vernon campus.
This year was different because the JEC ruled that each campaign can only put-up 30 posters total including the Mount Vernon campus. In the past campaigns were limited in the amount of posters per a location but the overall total was much greater than 30.
The chaos lasted for about 20 minutes before many of the campaigns left to go have breakfast.
The election is March 20th and 21st.
To see a collection of pictures from the morning go to: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151456156781030.1073741825.202960926029&type=3
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Former Colonial Cabinet Member Runs for SA VP Slot
By Myles Goldman
A former Colonial Cabinet Member and current Student Admissions Representative (STAR) is running to be the next Student Association Executive Vice President.
Will Ellingson, a Junior from Denver, is one of three candidates for the SA VP slot. Ellingson says he is running to input more energy into the SA Senate and make it more accessible to the student body.
"At GW we're constantly moving, zooming from A to B, being a part of something," Ellingson said. "Let's bring some of the movement that is life here at GW to the SA. Some of the buzz that is GW is sorely needed in the SA and in particular the Senate to get it moving again."
Ellingson's platform includes creating a task force that students with an idea to build community can go to for support, an increase in campus security through the use of more tap-access elevators in campus buildings, and more ID checks at night as students enter buildings. Ellingson also says he wants to work with departments like Facilities and Housing to make them more accessible to students.
In addition to being on the 2012 Colonial Cabinet and serving as a STAR, Ellingson was a member of the GW Men's Rowing team, and a mentor in the Business School's First Year Development program. Currently, he serves as a GPS Guide to first-year students and is a brother in the Sigma Chi Fraternity, the same fraternity that current SA President Ashwin Narla is in.
Ellingson compliments Narla's visibility and that Narla is good at convincing people about why they should support his plans. Ellingson said that he wants to bring this visibility to the EVP position as well.
"The EVP position has the tendency to go overlooked by the student body at large," he commented. "Something I would like to work on is increasing the visibility of both the position and the work that is being done to improve student life here at GW. We need an EVP who is just as visible as the President."
Ellingson is majoring in Finance with a secondary field of study in Mandarin Chinese.
Ellingson is running against Kostas Skordalos and Mike Adam for the EVP position. The election is March 20th and 21st.
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