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Georgetown Opens New Apartment-Style Student Housing in Byrnes, Hayden and Henle Halls

The new state-of-the-art residential building includes a variety of sustainability features. The solar panels on the roofs of all three of the buildings will generate energy and offset the load to Georgetown’s electrical grid. The complex’s outdoor spaces feature courtyards and seating for studying and relaxation. The interior of the building features living green walls and other spaces designed to connect occupants to nature indoors and support wellbeing. Learn more about this new apartment-style student housing!

September 3, 2025

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Georgetown Advances Waste Management Practices Across Campuses 

Have you ever experienced the confusion of walking up to a waste bin on campus and not knowing which bin your items should be placed in? Over the summer, partners in university operations have worked to improve access and educational signage for waste stations at the Hilltop and Capitol Campuses. With the goal of increasing proper waste management practices, these enhancements will contribute to the progress towards the university’s sustainability strategic priorities.

September 2, 2025

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For College Students, It’s Summer Vacation. For Scavengers, It’s Christmas.

For local scavengers, graduation season is a great time to salvage expensive household items and luxury goods abandoned by departing students.

June 9, 2025