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Spring class to explore "Fifty Shades of Grey" trilogy

By Chloe Johnson · Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012

The class will be in the American Studies program of the College of Arts and Sciences (AMST-330-005).

AU student puts a face to undocumented immigrants

By Suzanne Gaber · Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012

School of International Service senior Daniel Leon spoke about his hardships as an undocumented immigrant and his struggle to gain residency at a panel on Oct. 22.

Student apathy could slow new SG constitution ratification

By Samantha Raphelson · Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012

If students approve new constitution, the AU Student Association will replace SG.

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Students accuse Public Safety of hiding laptops

By Alex Greco | October 25

Four students claim that Public Safety officers hid their laptops during a fire drill in Leonard Hall.

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AU reallocates amount of need-based aid in budget

By Andy Lin | October 25

In an ongoing effort to accomodate students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, AU has been shifting funds from merit-based scholarships to need-based aid.

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Shuttle Bus experiences 'minor engine problems'

By Amber Cohen | October 25

Shuttle Bus No. 103 experienced “minor engine problems” on Ward Circle on Oct. 20 at 12:30 a.m., according to Assistant Director of Facilities Management Mark Feist.

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Dept. of Homeland Security relocates

October 25

To alleviate parking problems, the Dept. of Homeland Security will be moving its headquarters to the St. Elizabeths campus in Congress Heights.

Charles A. Hamilton, 59, has been charged with the death of former AU professor Ruth Allen.

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Former AU professor allegedly shot by brother

By Tori Dalcourt | October 23

Former AU professor Ruth Allen, 68, died on Oct. 16. Her 59-year-old brother Charles A. Hamilton has been charged with murder.

Members of the Coalition of American University Students (CAUS) protested on the Quad Oct. 20.

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Students demand tuition freeze, response from Kerwin

By Jared Angle | October 23

Students handed a petition to President Neil Kerwin during All-American Weekend demanding a tuition freeze.

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Adjunct faculty, University negotiating new contract

By Paige Jones | October 22

Administration and union representatives report negotiations over adjunct faculty wages are "amicable" and moving apace.

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Live Stream: Keep up with election results as they come in

October 22

The Eagle has partnered with ABC to live stream tonight's debate right here.

Gov. Tim Pawlenty, R-Minn., puts Gov. Bill Richardson in a friendly sleeperhold before their discussion in Bender Arena on Oct. 20.

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Pawlenty, Richardson reminisce on their presidential campaigns

By Leigh Giangreco | October 21

Tim Pawlenty and Bill Richardson, former presidential candidates and governors, talk about the current presidential election and their own campaigns.

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Following technical hiccups, SG completes elections

By Maddi Pariser | October 21

After multiple technical errors, Student Government certified all of its elections Oct. 10 that started Oct. 4.

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Anti-Coca-Cola vandals break on-campus vending machines

By Samantha Hogan | October 19

Vandals spray-painted and cut the cords of Coca-Cola vending machines on campus on Oct. 18 and 19. They also posted flyers on the machines reading "Stop Killer Coke."

(L-R) JosÃ© Ramirez-RÃvera, Josh Halpren and Christina Pierpaoli will study in Canada on scholarship in the spring.

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AU students win $5,000 scholarship to study in Canada next semester

By Emily Clapp | October 18

Five of the 20 American students awarded this year with the Killam Fellowship currently attend AU.

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AU alum steps in as new community relations director

By Tori Dalcourt | October 18

School of Public Affairs ‘07 graduate Andrew Huff will start as AU's new director of community relations on Nov. 7.

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Student group creates SafeWalk program to escort students home

By Maris Feeley | October 18

The Coalition of American Unversity Student launched a program to escort students between Main Campus and apartments on Massachusetts Avenue.

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Tryst owner opens new restaurant

By Lindsay Sandoval | October 18

AU alumnus Constantine Stavropoulos's new restaurant The Coupe boasts a bar, lounge, and café.

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Students show support for girls' education

By Jordan-Marie Smith | October 18

New AU chapter of She's the First advocates girls' education worldwide.

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New group on campus advocates access to clean water worldwide

By Steven Murphy | October 18

AU chapter of The Thirst Project was founded in September.

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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