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Internships, class credit put on hold after government shutdown

By Sonia Ledwith · Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2013

Many students’ internships have been put on hold following the government shutdown on Oct. 1, possibly jeopardizing class credit for some.

IT problems delay SG elections

By Rebecca Zisser · Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2013

Student Government elections were delayed following technology issues that prevent students from voting.

Jack Cassell (left) speaks at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Cassell Hall with Stafford Cassell Jr. (right) on Sept. 27.

Q&A: Jack Cassell

By Suzanne Gaber · Monday, Oct. 7, 2013

Cassell Hall’s new, buzzworthy donor chats with The Eagle about his time at AU.

ANC Commissioners Rory Slatko (left) poses with Joe Wisniewski (right) for a picture in 2012.

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More students take on local DC politics

By Sonia Ledwith | October 7

Eight D.C. students ran for office in 2012, an increase from three years prior.

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Anderson Cooper tickets sell out in 15 seconds

By Alex Greco | October 7

Tickets to the KPU event featuring Anderson Cooper sold out in less than a minute.

Fiona Decaudin leads an early morning PT session in 2010.

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ROTC students' pay, training halted for government shutdown

By Mary Perez | October 7

Training and compensation for members of AU’s Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program came to a halt because of the Oct. 1 government shutdown.

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WMATA considers changing 96 Metrobus

By Katherine Saltzman | October 4

The 96 metrobus may stop running between Tenleytown and Capitol Heights.

Paul Tergat (third from right) competes in a race for Kenya.

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Olympic medalist to speak at AU

By Alex Greco | October 4

Olympic medalist Paul Tergat will speak in the School of International Service Founder’s Room on Oct. 10.

College students regularly consume large amounts of caffeine daily.

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Fact or fiction: caffeine addiction on college campuses

By Rain Freeman | October 3

The term addiction, as opposed to dependence, is incorrectly used to describe students’ use of caffeine.

AU alumnus Daniel Maree won the Do Something award in July.

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AU alum wins award for speaking out against gun violence, racial profiling

By Iulia Gheorghiu | October 2

Alumnus Daniel Maree won the 2013 Do Something Award for his organization, Million Hoodies Movement for Justice, which he created after the death of Trayvon Martin.

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WMATA lowers SmarTrip fare, adds new payment options

By Sadie Ruben | October 1

SmarTrip cards can now be purchased at a lower cost starting Oct. 1.

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AU recognizes Cassell family for new residence hall

By Suzanne Gaber | October 1

The Cassell family was recognized at a dedication ceremony for Cassell Hall on Sept. 27.

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How the government shutdown could affect you

By Ethan Bennett | September 30

With the government’s imposing shutdown, AU students could be affected more than they realize.

Washington Post Columnist Ezra Klein sits down with Eagle writer Suzanne Gaber before the event.

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Ezra Klein discusses growing polarization in American politics

By Suzanne Gaber | September 28

The Washington Post columnist discussed the growing problem of partisanship in U.S. politics for a KPU event on Sept. 26

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Alternative Break program celebrates 15 year anniversary

By Sofia Baneth | September 27

The Center for Community Engagement and Service will host a variety of events this week to celebrate the Alternative Break program’s 15th anniversary.

A view of the Westgate mall from AU students’ apartment complex in Nairobi, Kenya on Sept. 23.

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Kenya abroad program to continue after shooting

By Steven Murphy | September 26

AU Nairobi program will continue as planned despite a nearby mall shooting that left 72 dead.

The AU-owned property at 4825 Glenbrook Road pictured in 2011, before it was demolished in 2012.

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Glenbrook dig expected to find weapons material

By Devin Mitchell | September 24

The Army Corps of Engineers excavation of an AU-owned property will last a year. Workers are expected to find experimental weapons material during this time.

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DC ranked No. 1 for college students and graduates

By Sadie Ruben | September 23

D.C. ranked best city for college graduates and college students on Business News Daily’s and AIER’s websites.

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From gray to green: AU wins award for SIS grounds

By Samantha Hogan | September 23

AU completes sustainability certification on School of International Service’s grounds and seeks to apply same initiative to East Campus.

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Is hot yoga safe?

By Iulia Gheorghiu | September 23

Researchers and yoga instructors agree that despite appearances, there is little danger in the popular exercise practice.

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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