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Q&A: GUSA Executive Reflects on Tenure, Remaining Plans
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The Hoya sat down with GUSA President Kole Wolfe (SFS ’24) and Vice-President Zeke Ume-Ukeje (COL ’24) to discuss the accomplishemnts and future plans.
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the aftermath of these allegations, their administration’s journey so far and how the two Senior News Editors have worked alongside memThe Hoya sat down with bers of the GUSA Senate and the Georgetown University Executive to serve students. Student Association (GUSA) President Kole Wolfe (SFS ’24) The following has been edited for and Vice President Zeke Ume- length and clarity. Ukeje (COL ’24) to discuss their administration’s prog- What was it like adress two months into the fall justing to GUSA given semester, following a conten- that neither of you had prior experience tious election last spring. Students elected Wolfe and with the organizaUme-Ukeje to office in Febru- tion? Wolfe: It was a lot of us ary 2022 amid allegations that the pair committed campaign having to educate ourselves on violations, including brib- what was going on and what ing students with alcohol for we really needed to do. Building votes, which Wolfe and Ume- out our staff took a little bit Ukeje denied and a GUSA in- of time, just in terms of that vestigative committee could outreach, and I think one of the things that we really prioritized not confirm. The Hoya sat down with was keeping people from Wolfe and Ume-Ukeje on Oct. the previous administration 19 to discuss how they overSee GUSA, A6 came difficulties, including
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Around 50 students walked out in protest of former Vice President Mike Pence at his speech at an Oct. 19 event. Protesters then stood outside of Healy Hall with a banner that read “LGBTQ+, Reproductive Rights are Human Rights.”
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ormer Vice President Mike Pence took center stage to discuss the Biden-Harris administration’s performance, the role of youth in politics and the upcoming midterm elections amid a student walkout and protest at an event in Gaston Hall.
A few days after GU Politics announced the event, students organized a meeting Oct. 15 to discuss ways to protest Pence’s visit. Led by Sanchi Rohira (SFS ’24) and Carrie McDonald (COL ’24), the group decided to organize a walkout in the middle of Pence’s speech and a subsequent protest outside of Healy Hall. Full Disclosure: Rohira previously served as a staff writer, while
McDonald currently serves as Deputy Sports Editor for The Hoya. The Georgetown University Institute of Politics and Public Service (GU Politics) and the Young America’s Foundation (YAF), a conservative youth organization, co-hosted the Oct. 19 event, titled “The Future of the Conservative Movement.” Executive director and founder of GU Politics Mo Elleithee (SFS ’94) moderated the event.
New Shelter Opens for Survivors Of Domestic Violence in DC Karenna Warden Special to The Hoya
CW: This article discusses domestic and sexual violence. Please refer to this article on thehoya.com for on- and offcampus resources Washington, D.C., opened a new domestic violence shelter that will provide support for survivors of domestic violence, offering counseling, individual case management and resources for finding supportive services.
The shelter, which opened Oct. 13 during the observation of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, is a collaborative effort of the office of D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (D), the D.C. Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants (OVSJG) and My Sister’s Place (MSP), a District-based nonprofit that provides housing and leadership tools to domestic violence survivors and their children. MSP opened the space with the help of a $4.5 million grant from OVSJG, aiming to serve
as a model on how to provide low-barrier services for domestic violence survivors. The shelter contains six apartment units, some of which can accommodate large families and will assist domestic violence survivors by serving as a launching pad into transitional housing, allowing families to spend between three and six months at the shelter before moving, according to the press release. Torisha Monroe, deputy director of MSP, said the
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Washington, D.C., opened a new shelter for surrvivors of domestic violence Oct. 13 in time for Domestic Violence Awareness month, offering counseling and supportive services.
shelter will support District residents who are survivors of domestic abuse. “The new shelter means that we have the support of the Mayor and city to address the rampant domestic violence in the District,” Monroe wrote to The Hoya. “Everyone has a potential to be at risk for domestic violence, but some populations are more at risk and have less access to resources. And that’s why we do that work we do.” Around 4,000 women die each year from domestic violence, and women between the ages of 18 to 34 and women of color tend to be affected at higher rates. In the United States, 35.6% of women and 28.5% of men will experience intimate partner physical violence, sexual violence, or stalking in their lifetimes. In D.C., rates are higher for women, with 39% of women and 25.5% of men in D.C. experiencing these forms of abuse. Monroe said this project and Domestic Violence Awareness Month will shed light on the importance of building healthy relationships and a community of loved ones to fight the threat of domestic violence. “I hope that people take from this month the importance of communication and healthy relationship building,” Monroe wrote. “Additionally, for those who
At the event, Pence praised Generation Z and said the students in the audience should work to uphold the foundations of freedom in the United States outlined in the Constitution. “The truth is, what we need is a debate and a government as good as our people,” Pence said at the event. “I am confident See PENCE, A6
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Photo of the Week: A climate activist protesting outside of the World Bank on October 14.
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GUSA Executive Disappoints
Mr. Georgetown Takes the Stage
Domination Over Villanova
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After months of cloure because of ongoing renocations, the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum reopened Oct. 14
The Editorial Board argues the GUSA Executive has not lived up to their promises eight months into their tenure.
Jacob Livesay (COL ’23) won the title of Mr. Georgetown at the annual, all-male peagant.
New Dual Degree Introduced
Midterm Voting is Essential
Declan McKenna Falls Flat
Women’s Soccer Triumphs
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The College and MSB launched a new joint degree program of International Business, Language and Culture.
Molly May (COL ’25) calls on Georgetown students to ensure they vote in the midterm elections Nov. 8.
The indie-rock artist disappointed fans with an unengaging stage presence Oct. 12 at D.C.’s 9:30 Club.
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Women’s soccer increased their streak of shutout games to 11 with a close win over Big East rival Providence.
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