Volleyball Ousted From A-10 Tournament by Temple, 3-2 Nov 21, 2009
DAYTON, OH -- The fifth-seeded George Washington volleyball team fell to the No. 4 seed Temple, 3-2, in the opening round of the 2009 Atlantic 10 Volleyball Championship Friday at the University of Dayton's Frericks Center. The Colonials and Owls battled for more than two hours before finally succumbing by the scores 17-25, 25-23, 18-25, 25-16, 15-10. (Gwsports.com)
The Natural Way A Thanksgiving proclamation Nov 21, 2009
Id like to share with you what George Washington had to say, and I hope it removes any and all doubt as to what our Founding Fathers desired and intended for this nation ... However, I hope that President George Washington and I have shown you that, in the beginning, Thanksgiving absolutely was not a secular holiday no matter how hard society tries to turn us that way today. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Experts claim U.S. needs partners to maintain space prowess Nov 21, 2009
We may not be in a race, but we need to keep up with the new arrivals, said Scott Pace, director of George Washington Universitys Space Policy Institute. European Union leaders consider space exploration among their top six priorities, said Kai-Uwe Schrogl, director of the European Space Policy Institute. (Florida Today)
Men's Basketball Home Opener is Saturday at 2 p.m. vs. UMBC Nov 21, 2009
UMBC (0-2) at George Washington (2-0) Game 3 Date: Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 Time: 2:00 pm (EST) Location: Smith Center (5,000) Washington, DC Radio: 1500 AM, 820 AM www. FederalNewsRadio. (Gwsports.com)
Terriers up next in San Juan Nov 21, 2009
It has been a struggle thus far for the new coach as Boston U. fell at Iona in its opener, 82-73 and lost at home on Tuesday night to George Washington, 69-59. Surprising to see the Terriers play a game when many teams were already in Puerto Rico preparing for their Thursday first round opponent. (Indiana Sports -- Rivals.com)
Swimming Has Two Night Swims in First Day of 09 Patriot Invitational Nov 21, 2009
FAIRFAX, VA - The George Washington men's and women's swimming team hit the water for the first day of the 2009 Patriot Invitational Friday on the campus of George Mason University. In the morning session, junior swam the 50-yard freestyle in 23. (Gwsports.com)
Billikens on Quest for Third A-10 Championship Crown, NCAA Berth Nov 21, 2009
No. 3 seed Xavier (19-11, 11-4 A-10) faces No. 6 seed Charlotte (15-16, 6-9 A-10) in the opening round today at 4 p.m. No. 4 seed Temple (13-11, 9-6 A-10) battles No. 5 seed George Washington (21-11, 8-7 A-10) at 6:30 p.m. The first-round winners will meet Dayton and Saint Louis in the semifinals on Saturday beginning at 4 p.m. The title match will be played Sunday, Nov. 22, at 3 p.m. All times are Central ... Only three other players have been awarded All-Championship plaudits all four seasons... (Slubillikens.com)
No. 4 Terps Meet No. 1 UNC in Sweet 16 Nov 21, 2009
Maryland Athletics - University of Maryland Official Athletic Site. - The No. 4-seeded Maryland Terrapin women's soccer team (14-5-2, 4-4-2 ACC) heads to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2004 when it travels to Chapel Hill, N.C., to take on No. 1-seed North Carolina (19-3-1, 7-3-0) on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 1 p.m. at Fetzer Field. (Umterps.com)
GW Fields 13 Teams With NCAA Perfect Graduation Rate Including League-Leading 11 A-10 Teams Nov 21, 2009
Current ConditionsIn Washington, DC. P/CLOUDY Temp: 45 Wind: 0 CLM. (Gwsports.com)
Herbert Miller Jr.; lawyer secured pardon for Nixon Nov 21, 2009
After serving in the Army during World War II, he completed his undergraduate education at George Washington University and graduated from GWU s law school in 1949. He began his career at the firm now called Kirkland & Ellis, and, in the late 1950s, was assigned to a federal panel overseeing activities of the Teamsters Union. (Boston Globe)
Landreth Seed Co. turns 225, launches African-American collection Nov 21, 2009
"It's an enormous legacy to uphold, but that's what charges me up every single morning," she says of the company made famous for supplying seeds to every president from George Washington to FDR.. Part of the birthday celebration involves a 70-page commemorative catalog to be offered free to the public starting Dec. 10. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Childrens charity presents Mr. Plano Star award Nov 21, 2009
Boswell attended George Washington University and majored in political science. At Texas Health Plano, Boswell was hired to help with the recruitment of physicians and development of a strong physicians relations program, as well as community relations initiatives. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Belgium’s prime minister to lead EU Nov 20, 2009
BRUSSELS - Champions of European unity hoped their new president would be a continental George Washington, a brand name who could pull the European Union closer together and fulfill their dream of a strengthened role for Europe in world affairs. But after weeks of back-room haggling and private international telephone conversations, the presidents and prime ministers of the 27 EU members yesterday picked a little-known politician, Prime Minister Herman Van Rompuy of Belgium, as the union s first... (Boston Globe)
Ghostly Funeral Procession of Fort ... Nov 20, 2009
American involvement in the war started in 1754 when Virginian major of militia George Washington, ambushed a small detachment of French soldiers. Both French and British imperialists wanted to extend their North American territories. (Suite101.com)
GW's Butz, Silva-Martin, Whyte Named to A-10 Volleyball All-Conference Teams Nov 20, 2009
Current ConditionsIn Washington, DC. CLEAR Temp: 52 Wind: 12 NNW. (Gwsports.com)
'I want my mammograms!' Nov 20, 2009
Dr. Rachel Brem, director of breast imaging and intervention at the George Washington University Medical Center, says she's already concerned that women may be canceling their mammograms because of the task force's recommendations. "Usually we see 26 women in a morning for mammograms, but today we only saw 17. That's a significant decrease," says Brem, adding that she can't be sure the lower number was because of the new guidelines. (CNN)
Women's Basketball Comes Back to Beat Coppin State, 68-64 Nov 20, 2009
WASHINGTON, DC - Sophomore scored a career-high 18 points and classmate added 14 as the George Washington women's basketball team posted a 68-64 victory over Coppin State in its debut at newly renovated Charles E. Smith Center Thursday night. After staging a late-game rally to defeat North Texas in its season opener on Tuesday, GW (2-0) overcame a late charge from Coppin State (2-1) to capture its home opener for the fourth straight season. (Gwsports.com)
Richie Hyden Nov 20, 2009
started 32 games, missing only ECAC Championship game vs. George Washington. 15 multiple-goal outings over final 16 games of season. (Bucknellbison.com)
7 comments Nov 20, 2009
George Washington, who presided over the Constitutional Convention, had been personally responsible as commander in chief of the Continental Army for overseeing and carrying out the sentences of military commissions that tried British spies during the American Revolution ... In a May 21 speech at the National Archives, Obama himself said: "Military commissions have a history in the United States dating back to George Washington and the Revolutionary War. They are an appropriate venue for trying... (Human Events Online)
Doctors can’t write Rx for reform Nov 20, 2009
At George Washington University s medical school, for example, classes have visited Capitol Hill to observe debates over health care. The school is also offering a policy track for students, who will study health economics and craft their own proposed reforms. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
For Pagliuca, health reform trumps choice Nov 20, 2009
Complicating the issue further is a new analysis by the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services that predicts that the House bill would lead to an insurance-industrywide erosion of abortion coverage, even in plans that are not publicly subsidized. So the matter is a genuinely difficult one for those who favor abortion rights. (Boston Globe)
A tighter rein on faith-based initiatives Nov 20, 2009
"They say 'here are the rules' and make the grants, but I think there's a lot of 'don't ask, don't tell' going on," says Ira Lupu, a law professor at George Washington University. The legal line can be ambiguous: A program that offers a meal and includes a voluntary grace would most likely be acceptable, he says, but the programs that deal with some sort of religious character transformation are problematic. (Yahoo News -- Church-State Issues)
Canaanites the art collectors of their day Nov 20, 2009
At the American Schools of Oriental Research meeting in New Orleans, Eric Cline of George Washington (D.C.) University and Assf Yasur-Landau of Israel's University of Haifa report the intriguing results this year from Tel Kabri, a vanquished Canaanite palace more than 3,500 years old ... (University of Haifa, Eric Cline, George Washington University). (USA Today -- Tech)
VIDEO: UNCW Men's Basketball v. George Washington Nov 19, 2009
Issue date: 11/18/09 Section. Video By Jim Dallke Page 1 of 1. (The Seahawk, NC)
GW Hosts Coppin State as Basketball Returns to Smith Center Thursday Nov 19, 2009
WASHINGTON, DC - Fresh off a last-second victory at North Texas, the George Washington women's basketball team hosts Coppin State Thursday evening at 7:00 pm, in the first regular-season basketball game in newly renovated Charles E. Smith Center. GW (1-0) is coming off a thrilling 84-82 comeback victory in its season opener at North Texas Tuesday night. (Gwsports.com)
Andrews to speak on role of Jewish soldiers in American Revolution Nov 19, 2009
However, few are aware of the important role that Jewish soldiers played in helping Gen. George Washington and his beleaguered Continental Army to eventual victory against the British Redcoats of King George III, which resulted in American independence. Dr. Joseph L. Joel Andrews will give an illustrated talk about George Washington s Jewish Soldiers on Saturday, Nov. 21, and on Sunday, Nov. 22, in Concord ... Haym Salomon was the trusted financier who negotiated key loans from France, Holland... (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Elizabeth Warren Winning Means Banks Won't Sell When They Can't Explain It Nov 19, 2009
Warren began at George Washington at 17. At 19, she married mathematician Jim Warren, who worked at the , and finished her degree at the University of Houston. (Bloomberg)
GW Doc: Breast Health Guidelines "Nothing Less Than A Travesty" Nov 19, 2009
(WUSA) -- Dr. Rachel Brem from George Washington University Hospital believes the new guidelines on breast health will turn back the clock on advancements in women's health. This week, a government task force said women under 50 years old do not need a mammogram. (W-USA News, DC)
Women Worry About Insurance With New Cancer Recommendations Nov 19, 2009
"I know another woman who is 32 and is just finishing up her treatment so I'm not buying the over 50 rule." A leading breast cancer researcher at George Washington University Hospital is outraged. She says the new guidelines will mean more deaths. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Billikens Awarded No. 2 Seed for A-10 Championship Nov 19, 2009
George Washington (21-11, 8-7 A-10) and Charlotte (15-16, 6-9 A-10) round out the field as the fifth and sixth seeds, respectively ... Xavier faces Charlotte in the opening round on Friday, Nov. 20, at 4 p.m. (CT), followed by Temple versus George Washington at 6:30 p.m. (CT). (Slubillikens.com)
Billikens Busy with Three Meets This Weekend Nov 19, 2009
University Oct. 3, (Cedar Rapids, Iowa / George Washington) placed first in the 100 free (56. 07), (Danville, Ind. (Slubillikens.com)
Tip-Off field a good one Nov 19, 2009
Boston fell to George Washington, 69-59 and is now 0-2 ... The pair combined for 45 of the 59 points against George Washington. (Indiana Sports -- Rivals.com)
Amanda Page Burgener Nov 19, 2009
got a masters degree in Museum Education from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. and worked for a number of years at the National Geographic Society. She was an accomplished equestrian and competed during her early years in the northern Virginia area, taking a number of prizes on her horse, Romany Legend. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Princeton rallies, wins home opener Nov 19, 2009
The Tigers will play at Jadwin Saturday afternoon against Army before going on a three-game road swing against George Washington, Cal and Rutgers. NEW JERSEY WEATHER Newark, NJ. (NJ.com -- Times)
Men's Basketball Heads To William & Mary For Start To Rivalry Weekend Tonight Nov 19, 2009
After a slow start on the defensive end last season, Richmond held back-to-back opponents (Rice and George Washington) to under 50 points for the first time since the 1950-51 season. The Spiders have held opponents to 50 points or less 18 times in 128 games under Mooney and have held teams to 60 points or less 38 times. (Richmondspiders.com)
An E.U. Election Without Candidates (or a Vote) Nov 19, 2009
This should be a momentous occasion for Europe: this week, the European Union will select its first-ever President, a figure who could leave an indelible mark on Europe and live on in history and on coins just like George Washington in the U.S.. Related. (Time.com)
Reaching out Nov 19, 2009
It can not be a peaceful, a stable world," Mr Gao says. Reviving the global economy, dealing with a warming planet, securing future energy supplies, limiting the spread of nuclear weapons - these are among the biggest issues facing America's president and none can be tackled without China's help. Nudging ChinaDavid Shambaugh of George Washington University says President Obama both needs and wants China to play a greater role in the world. "China is now a global actor, literally present on every... (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
GW vs. Coppin State Notes Nov 19, 2009
George Washington George Washington University ... George Washington University. (Gwsports.com)
MARSHFIELD COLUMN: Halls history Nov 19, 2009
Stories about major historical figures, like George Washington or Daniel Webster, remind us that they were people not unlike us, each with his own quirks and foibles. Stories about regular people are just as interesting, as they give us a glimpse into what daily life was like during that particular period of history. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Was Chief Justice's Comment on Special Masters Too Harsh? Nov 18, 2009
One former master who spoke on the record was Gregory Maggs, a professor at George Washington University Law School who served as special master in Alaska v. United States from 2000 to 2004. While acknowledging that "it may not be the most tactful way to say it," Maggs said in an interview that he did not disagree with the thrust of Roberts' remark -- that masters are not accorded deference. (Law.com)
Women's Gymnastics Nov 18, 2009
WASHINGTON, DC - The George Washington women's athletic teams are uniting during the 2009-10 season to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research through the GW Women's Athletics Thinks Pink Initiative. GW women's teams have already kicked off the campaign by raising an initial $4500 for cancer research by selling T-shirts in a competition between the teams. (Gwsports.com)
Purple Hearts for Fort Hood victims? Nov 18, 2009
It was created by Gen. George Washington in 1782, who then called it the "Badge of Military Merit," the manual says. It was not used after the Revolutionary War, however, until it was revived in 1932, after Washington's order establishing the award was discovered among his papers, according to the Web site of the Military Order of the Purple Heart. (CNN)
Sino-U.S. joint statement takes ties into positive era: American scholar Nov 18, 2009
"The joint statement released on Nov. 17 is an extremely positive document -- filled with countless examples of tangible Sino-American cooperation on a large range of bilateral, regional, and global issues," David Shambaugh, a George Washington University professor and senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, said in a written interview with Xinhua. Shambaugh, a senior visiting scholar at the Institute of World Economics and Politics at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences in Beijing, spoke... (Xinhuanet, China)
Distribution of Flu Vaccines Limited On D.C. Campuses Nov 18, 2009
The George Washington Universitys Student Health Service announced in a Nov. 12 advisory that they had received a partial shipment of 500 doses of H1N1 vaccination. Following CDC recommendations, GWU is currently offering only the H1N1 vaccine to high-risk students: pregnant women, members of a household with children under 6 years of age and caregivers for children in that age range. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
Trying KSM in Civilian Court: Inconsistent, Indefensible, Inexplicable Nov 18, 2009
George Washington, who presided over the Constitutional Convention, had been personally responsible as commander in chief of the Continental Army for overseeing and carrying out the sentences of military commissions that tried British spies during the American Revolution. In 1942, the Supreme Court took up the case of Ex Parte Quirin, which pondered whether President Franklin Roosevelt -- our most left-wing president until now -- could lawfully and constitutionally order that a group of Nazi... (Townhall.com)
Like a Blind Man in the Watch Tower Nov 18, 2009
Can you imagine what George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, or Patrick Henry would have said to this judge. I can hear Washington recounting the stories of the many men he held in his arms as they bled to death so that Americans could be free to pray to Jesus Christ. (Townhall.com)
Terriers falter again but improvement cited by coach Chambers Nov 18, 2009
But BU, despite making significant improvement from the season opener against Iona, is not there yet, Chambers said after the Terriers suffered their second straight loss, to George Washington, 69-59, at Agganis Arena ... The Terriers were right with George Washington in the first half, trailing only by 6 at halftime ... BU was able to pull within 5 with just more than a minute left, aided by a couple of jump shots by guard Corey Lowe, but the Terriers couldn t keep enough momentum to overtake... (Boston Globe)
No. 1 Kansas survives Nov 18, 2009
BU s Corey Lowe stays low and George Washington s Joseph Katuka goes high to try and keep the ball inbounds. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff). (Boston Globe)
What, No Ticker-Tape Parade? Nov 18, 2009
It has to be for some reason other than assuring swift and sure justice -- the kind that American military commissions have been providing since they were invented by George Washington. The transfer certainly is not motivated by security concerns. (Townhall.com)
George Washington spoils Seahawk home opener Nov 18, 2009
Media Credit: Jason BarnetteSenior guard Johnny Wolf had five points and four assists in Sunday's loss to George Washington. After an 11-point season-opening loss to Appalachian State, the UNCW men's basketball team was unable to bounce back as they lost their home opener to the Colonials of George Washington, 76-71 ... Trask Coliseum was electric as the pre-game atmosphere bustled with just over 3,000 fans who were Tealin' it; however, George Washington played with uncanny resiliency and... (The Seahawk, NC)
SA bill for gender-neutral housing to be introduced Nov 18, 2009
Serving The George Washington University Community Since 1904 ... Serving The George Washington University Community Since 1904. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Mostafa and Shipp Lift Women's Basketball to 84-82 Win at North Texas Nov 18, 2009
3 seconds left to lift the George Washington women's basketball team to an 84-82 season-opening victory at North Texas Tuesday evening. GW (1-0) trailed 67-56 with 8:52 remaining, but stormed back behind Mostafa, who scored all 17 of her points in the second half, to pull off the come-from-behind victory. (Gwsports.com)
Megan Hogan Named A-10 Women's Cross Country Student-Athlete of the Year Nov 18, 2009
NEWPORT NEWS, VA - George Washington senior was named the Atlantic 10 Student Athlete of the Year in women's cross country Tuesday, as announced by the Atlantic 10 Conference ... 37 grade point average as an Interior Design major and became George Washington's first ever A-10 individual champion, after winning the 2009 Atlantic 10 Championships earlier this season in St. Louis, Mo ... Student-Athlete of the Year: , George Washington. (Gwsports.com)
Keokuk students arent meeting No Child Left Behind reading goals Nov 17, 2009
This is a change from the previously announced location of George Washington Elementary School. Return to: | . (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
91 comments Nov 17, 2009
Military tribunals -- which have been used by Presidents dating back to George Washington -- are the most appropriate, and secure, forum to try those who commit acts of war against the United States. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky. (Human Events Online)
The Ultimate Patriot & Gun Owner Nov 17, 2009
I have the honor to work for George Washington, ultimate patriot and optimum gun owner ... George Washington was the ultimate pragmatist of the extraordinary group of men known as the Founding Fathers, while at the same time the true visionary of the group ... George Washington, having lived under what he and his fellow Founding Fathers came to feel was the tyrannical rule of George III, had a clear comprehension of what a free nation of men would be. (Human Events Online)
Access to Obama Remarks Blocked in China Nov 17, 2009
"I think the U.S. is more open than China. I'm now applying to universities in the United States. I really want to go to the George Washington University, which is just opposite the White House.". She added, "I also heard that the White House is open to public, and normal people can actually see president and his family close up. Obama is so charming and always smiling.". (CBS News)
View the complete 2007 ESPNU 150 Nov 17, 2009
6'3" 309 George Washington H.S. (PA) 70 81 WR 5'10". 175. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Oates, Clark and Knotts featured in MSU lecture Nov 17, 2009
He received his master's of law in Patent and Trade Regulation Law from the George Washington University National Law Center in Washington, D.C. Clark's practice focuses on high technology matters and intellectual property law (patent, trademark and copyright) in the United States and abroad. During the past 25 years, he has represented and counseled numerous U.S. and international clients. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Framingham group say thanks for 'historic' efforts Nov 17, 2009
" Harvell said that he has been collecting militaria off and on since he was 12. His first piece, which was on display yesterday, was a wooden block given to him by his grandfather. The block, which bears a plaque on the front, is from the Cambridge elm tree under which George Washington first assumed command of the Continental Army in 1776. The tree died of Dutch elm disease in the 1920s. Among the hundreds of other items on display yesterday were clocks, lamps and sculptures made from... (Framingham TAB, MA)
* One rude turn deserves a swat Nov 17, 2009
Never express anything unbecoming, nor act against the rules moral before your inferiors, advised George Washington in his Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior in Company and in Conversation. But just as there is nothing new about rude people, so too is there nothing new about public shaming X or fighting rudeness with rudeness. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
A tighter rein on faith-based initiatives Nov 17, 2009
"They say 'here are the rules' and make the grants, but I think there's a lot of 'don't ask, don't tell' going on," says Ira Lupu, a law professor at George Washington University. The legal line can be ambiguous: A program that offers a meal and includes a voluntary grace would most likely be acceptable, he says, but the programs that deal with some sort of religious character transformation are problematic. (Yahoo News -- Church-State Issues)
Enemy of the State Nov 17, 2009
Other presidents who fare well by Higgs s standards include one of the greats, George Washington, and if not Ronald Reagan at least Reagan s own favorite occupant of the Oval Office, Calvin Coolidge. Higgs seconds Henry Mencken s wry epitaph for Silent Cal: There were no thrills while he reigned, but neither were there any headaches. (The American Conservative)
Women's Basketball Tips-Off Tuesday at North Texas Nov 17, 2009
DENTON, TX - The George Washington women's basketball team opens its 35th season of competition Tuesday evening against the Mean Green of North Texas at the Super Pit in Denton, TX. Tip-off is slated for 8:00 pm EST.. GW (0-0) leaves the Metropolitan Washington, DC area for its season opener for the first time in a decade when it travels to Denton, TX, and UNT. The Colonials have opened each of the past nine seasons either at home in Charles E. Smith Center or around the metro DC area (at... (Gwsports.com)
Men's Basketball At Boston U. Tuesday for a 7 p.m. Tip-off Nov 17, 2009
George Washington (1-0) at Boston U. (0-1) Game 2 Date: Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 Time: 7:00 pm (EST) Location: Agganis Arena (7,200) Boston, MA Radio: 1050 AM, 820 AM www. FederalNewsRadio. (Gwsports.com)
