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10 Best Things About Being a Hoya

  Congratulations! You have been accepted to Georgetown, one of the greatest universities in the world. There’s a lot in store for you here over the next few years, so…

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Student Blog

5 Pieces of Advice I Wish I Got as a Freshman

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Student Blog

Things I Wish I Knew Before Attending Georgetown

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A Bucket List for a First-Year Hoya in DC

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Ava’s Ways To Relax Around Georgetown

Hey Hoyas! Happy finals season. We’re almost at the end of the semester, but unfortunately, exams have only begun. Even though this can be a very stressful time on the…

December 9, 2022
Student Blog

A Thanksgiving Personality Test To Take When You’re Too Stuffed To Move:
President DeGioia’s Thanksgiving Edition

As Americans rejoice with full tables and even fuller bellies, I spent my own Thanksgiving with Georgetown President John J. DeGioia. No matter if you were also at Georgetown or…

November 17, 2022
Student Blog

How to Survive Midterm Season at Georgetown

Welcome to midterm season, Hoyas! Even though mid-year exams can seem super intimidating, don’t worry, with these tips you will be ready and prepared to take on all your midterms.

October 17, 2022
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Student Blog

How To Feel at Home on the Hilltop

As a freshman nearly finished with her first semester, time feels like it’s flown by. I love the people I’ve met and opportunities I’ve had here at Georgetown. That being…

October 6, 2022
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Student Blog, Student Experience

3 Ways Georgetown Students Can Support Afghan Women

Alara Karahan (SFS'24) joined the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace & Security for an event on women's education with Malala Yousafzai at the U.N. General Assembly in New York City.

October 6, 2022
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Student Blog

Jackson’s Senior Year Bucketlist

My name is Jackson. I’m a senior in the College and I’m majoring in government. I’m originally from Newtown, Connecticut, and was drawn to Georgetown (and DC more generally) because…

September 16, 2022
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Student Blog

Zehra’s Intro to Study Abroad

After only three weeks of studying abroad, I am getting a grasp of what people mean when they say, “study abroad will change your life.” This semester I am studying…

September 15, 2022
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Student Blog, Student Experience

My Nursing Pilgrimage to Lourdes, France

Christine Mauvais (N'24) visited Lourdes, Frances, with nursing students to help pilgrims seeking healing in a city known for miracles. She left with a new—and surprising—view of nursing.

July 29, 2022
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Student Blog, Student Experience

Georgetown Through Jack’s Eyes: 4 Seniors’ Favorite Memories of Walking Jack the Bulldog

The Jack Crew walks Jack the Bulldog around campus and takes him to Georgetown events. These seniors share their favorite memories of walking with Jack for countless hours and miles.

May 11, 2022
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Student Blog, Student Experience

‘It Was All Very Worth It’: A Snapshot of a Senior’s Four Years at Georgetown

Bayley Wivell (B’22) invites readers on her journey as a Hoya – from opening her admissions envelope in a parking lot to preparing to say goodbye to the Hilltop.

April 13, 2022
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