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Chick-Fil-A Opening

It started out simple. A taste test. Some friends, some chicken, a few fries, and a mission to figure out whether the spot was worth our lunch money. We weren’t expecting it to get philosophical. But then the sauce hit the fan. One question kept resurfacing: can you enjoy Chick-fil-A without thinking about the controversy behind it? The recent opening of a Chick-fil-A on the GW campus brought that question a little closer to home. For a lot of students, it was a win. It’s

How Students Make the Most of College Visits

College brochures, picture by Sadie Greenhalgh Every year, college representatives travel to Walls to meet with students and share what their campuses have to offer. These visits give sophomores, juniors and seniors a chance to ask questions, learn about the admission process, and explore opportunities without leaving the building. For many, it’s the first step in discovering which college might be the right fit. Ellianie Kalala (‘27) explained that college visits “helped m

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Fear is Ravaging Latino Communities. Solidarity Can Help Us Fight Back.

In Washington, D.C., neighborhoods that once pulsed with music, food vendors, and the chatter of families now feel hollow. Streets in Columbia Heights, normally lined with fruit stands and crowded with delivery drivers, are strikingly empty. Community members, including students from School Without Walls, say the reason is simple: fear. Over the past few months, the increased presence of national guard troops, local police, and immigration enforcement agents has created a cl

Eva Peres de Camara and Britney Pereira Gamez on behalf of the Latino Student Union

Nov 33 min read

Choir Room Mold Infestation Cleared

A putrid stench fills the air as students crowd into the strangely stuffy choir room. Slowly, one by one, they realize that circular, black patches dot the ceiling, and panic ensues.

Emma Busso

Nov 32 min read

Department of Justice Targets GW for “Hostile Educational Environment”

George Washington University, the 59th best university in the country per US News & World and one Walls has deep educational connections with, seems to be the next subject of the presidential higher education crackdowns enforced by President Trump.

Elise Monte

Nov 32 min read

As Spotted Lanternflies Multiply, They Annoy Students and Threaten the Environment

You’ve probably noticed the spotted lanternflies everywhere. These invasive bugs, easily recognizable by their gray and black spotted wings, open up to reveal a striking red underneath. They’ve been showing up all over the city—even right outside our own building, School Without Walls.

Clara Bernstein

Nov 32 min read

Soccer Team Faces Mixed Results at Francisco Hope Tournament

Every year, the SWW soccer teams attend the Francisco Hope Tournament at the beginning of the season. Four teams, from four schools, meet at St. Andrews High School campus to compete for DMV glory.

Maura Cunningham

Nov 33 min read

From left: Nadia Lytle (‘25), Rory Leavitt (‘25), Lars Kearney (‘28), Benji Shepard (‘28), Reia Stock-Heard (‘27). Photo credit: Sidney Scruggs-Rodgers.

From DC to NYC: A Look Back on Walls Track’s Successful Postseason

Following a successful 2024-2025 Indoor Track and Field season, Walls sent 5 athletes to compete in 2 prestigious national meets. Nadia Lytle (‘25), Lars Kearney (‘28), and Reia Stock-Heard (‘27) attended Nike Nationals, each competing in their respective events, while Rory Leavitt (‘25) and Benji Shepard (‘28) attended Adidas Nationals.

Cecile Nouga-Ngog

Jun 183 min read