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AU grad finds internet fame with Run Von Run meme

By Tori Dalcourt · Saturday, June 1, 2013

A photo of 2010 SIS graduate Von Gerik Allena has been turned into a popular meme.

Public Safety investigator Keith Gray said he believes Gray Leonard, a freshman in the College in the Arts and Sciences, is pictured here right before the vandalism of the machines. Gray also said Leonard confessed to vandalizing the machines.

Coke machine vandalism suspect arrested

By Zach C. Cohen · Thursday, May 16, 2013

CAS freshman Gray Leonard was charged with destruction of property worth under $1,000 in connection with the vandalism of the Coca-Cola vending machines in Ward Circle Building.

TKE International closes AU chapter amid hazing allegations

By Rachel Karas · Friday, April 26, 2013

Tau Kappa Epsilon International closed AU's chapter of the fraternity on April 25, effective immediately due to a "demonstrated absence of strong and responsible leadership," according to TKE International Chief Executive Officer Shawn Babine.

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Stacks of The Eagle's last weekly issue disappeared

By Zach C. Cohen and Heather Mongilio | April 25

Stacks of the latest issue of The Eagle have disappeared from the stands the morning of April 25. An investigation is ongoing.

TKE brothers allegedly abandoned blindfolded pledges in Cabin John Regional Park in mid-February.

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TKE under investigation for hazing

By Rachel Karas | April 25

AU's chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon is the subject of a University hazing investigation for the second time in the past year, according to members of the fraternity. Some of the alleged hazing includes forcing pledges to march 10 miles, drink alcohol and smoke marijuana.

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University welcomes first new Panhellenic sorority in 20 years

By Devin Mitchell | April 25

Alpha Xi Delta will be the newest National Panhellenic Council social sorority to start at AU next year, according to Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life Curtis Burrill. The sorority is the newest NPC addition to the University since Chi Omega joined in 1993. “This is really exciting,” ...

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No renewal for Schaler stirs debate

By Leigh Giangreco and Tori Dalcourt | April 25

A group of students protested on April 24 against the University’s decision not to renew the contract of Assistant Professor Jeffrey Schaler. Schaler taught in the Department of Justice, Law and Society starting in 1990, according to his university profile. During this time, he received a mix of ...

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Anita Bonds wins at-large D.C. Council seat amid low turnout

By Lindsay Sandoval | April 25

Interim At-Large Councilmember Anita Bonds will keep her seat on the D.C. Council for the next term, beating out five other challengers in a special election on April 23. Bonds, the D.C. Democratic Party chair and former senior government official under former Mayor Marion Barry, assumed the temporary ...

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RHA to hold special election after president-elect resigns

April 25

Residence Hall Association president-elect Alex McQuade resigned April 21 to accept a position as a resident assistant in Nebraska Hall, according to an RHA press release. This resignation triggered a special election for his replacement that will be held between April 25 and 26. The RHA constitution ...

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WCL alumna opens first all-local grocery store in Dupont Circle

By Iulia Gheorghiu | April 25

Prompted by her passion for the environment and frustrated by the lack of legislative action, a Washington College of Law alumna opened a new grocery store in Dupont Circle featuring all-local produce and goods. As a fourth generation grocer, Danielle Vogel used her genetic legacy to put her passion ...

Students place plants during Campus Beautification Day.

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Campus status as arboretum earns higher award for green efforts

By Jordan-Marie Smith | April 25

Campus Beautification Day, the annual planting of trees and flowers and laying of mulch around the campus, had a record turnout of 392 staff, faculty and students volunteers April 16, according to Assistant Grounds Director Mark Feist. In his 15 years at the University, Feist said he has never seen ...

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Transparency, lack of communication discussed during SG town hall

By Chloe Johnson | April 25

SG representatives suggest a stronger presence on social media as a way to communicate goals and accomplishments to students.

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Board of Trustees creates new student position

By Tori Dalcourt | April 24

Board of Trustees Chairman Jeffrey Sine announced the creation of a new position for a Student Trustee-elect, during an open forum on April 4. This position will be in addition to the current job of Student Trustee. The trustee-elect will serve a year shadowing the student trustee at Board meetings ...

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Maddow decries constant U.S. war

By Suzanne Gaber | April 24

MSNBC host Rachel Maddow discussed activism and war in the United States with AU students as part of her book tour on April 21 in Bender Arena.

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Three candidates left for new social sorority

By Tori Dalcourt | April 18

A new social sorority chapter from the National Panhellenic Conference will join AU

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Second Tolstoy bust to move to library

By Devin Mitchell | April 18

A new Leo Tolstoy statue will be placed outside the library.

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Conference puts social media in the spotlight

By Ean Marshall | April 18

Social Media Club held its third annual learning summit, educating SOC faculty and students about social media.

New restaurants will include Sweetgreen, Bene Pizza and Pasta, and Global Fresh Foods.

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AU overhauls campus dining services

By Devin Mitchell , Tori Dalcourt and Steven Murphy | April 18

Aramark will replace Bon Appétit as food provider while Starbucks and Elevation Burger will replace McDonald's and Tavern, respectively.

In a speech at AU, Axelrod discussed political ambition in college.

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Axelrod calls for bipartisanship after Boston Marathon bombing

By Suzanne Gaber | April 18

David Axelrod discussed youth involvement in politics here at AU and opened his speech with a word of support for the victims of the Boston bombings.

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SG circulates petition to create committee on AU's investments

By Kierstyn Schneck | April 18

Student Government is collecting signatures for a petition calling for the creation of a "Socially Responsible Investment Committee."

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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