Daily Archives: August 6th, 2008

Great Wall of Expectations

We have done plenty of homework on Beijing. Now we’re about to taste the real thing.
Kelly: After months of studying about boycotts, environmental issues and security problems, I must admit I’m a little nervous.  I’m convinced this will be a great experience, but with reports of Internet filtering and monitoring in [...]

Beijing Bound: GW Crew Takes Off

Editor’s Note: When Lisa Delpy Neirotti lands in Beijing on Tuesday, she will extend an enviable streak: 14 consecutive Olympics. It’s also the ninth time the George Washington University professor has brought along students as part of her groundbreaking “Behind the Scenes at the Olympic Games” program. Co-author of The Ultimate Guide to Sports Event [...]