Answering calls from students and the broader community, George Washington University will formally change its nickname to the Revolutionaries, officials announced this week.
George Washington University officially drops nickname deemed"extremely offensive," unveils new moniker
"We, as students of the George Washington University, believe it is of great exigence that the University changes its official mascot," reads the description of a petition organized by George Washington University students, which received more than 530 signatures."The use of 'Colonials,' no matter how innocent the intention, is received as extremely offensive by not only students of the University, but the nation and world at large.
Chuck Todd, who hosts the NBC talk series"Meet the Press" and is a GW alumnus, announced the school's new name in a broadcast-style video released on Wednesday. The video also included feedback from students and staff at the school.
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