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NRA-ILA Director Chris Cox at American University on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 presented by the American University College Republicans. Cox spoke about the importance of the 2nd ammendment.

Photographed on assignment for The Eagle.

NRA lobbyist discusses protection of gun rights

By Samantha Hogan · Monday, March 19, 2012

Chris Cox, executive director of National Rifle Association’s Institute for Legislative Action and chief lobbyist, discussed the constitutional right to bear arms at MGC on March 7.

First Ladies Michelle Obama and Samantha Cameron pose with a group of elementary school students during a visit to AU.

Michelle Obama, Samantha Cameron visit AU

By Nicole Glass · Wednesday, March 14, 2012

The First Ladies joined 60 elementary school kids in playing tennis, basketball and soccer, promoting Let's Move and the summer Olympics.

SG presidential candidate violates campaign rule

By Heather Mongilio · Tuesday, March 13, 2012

SG presidential candidate Abigail Finn violated a policy prohibiting campaigning before March 19.

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Angela Davis discusses feminism, social change

By Heather Mongilio | March 11

Political activist Angela Davis, a former Black Panther and Communist Party member, said women's rights have improved but racism is more entrenched in today's world.

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Students run for Student Government positions

By Zach C. Cohen and Zoe Crain | March 11

Find out who is running for Student Government positions.

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Kanazi: "This Poem Will Not End Apartheid"

March 6

Palestinian poet and activist Remi Kanazi performed on March 2 in MGC 4/5 as the closing event of Israel Apartheid Week, hosted by the AU Students for Justice in Palestine.

American University's chapter of STAND marched on the Embassy of Syria in Dupont Circle. Sunday, March 4, 2012.

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AU STAND members rally at Syrian embassy over human rights abuses

By Marie Zoglo | March 6

AU's chapter of STAND protested outside the Syrian Embassy on Wyoming Avenue to draw attention to recent human rights violations by the country's government.

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Today@AU gets new Web-based format

By Rebecca Zisser | March 6

Among a list of new features is the ability for advertisers to choose for their ad to target students, staff, alumni and others.

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Halls continue to fight mice infestation

By Patrick Burnett | March 6

Although complaints about mice have dropped, their presence is still a problem.

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Metro rail and bus fares may increase

By Paige Jones and Mishiel Ayub | March 6

Metro is requesting a bigger operation budget for fiscal year 2013. It will pay for the larger budget in part by raising prices.

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AU Dems meet with U.S. Rep. Chris Van Hollen

By Iulia Gheorghiu | March 6

Unable to visit campus, Rep. Van Hollen invited several members of the AU College Democrats to his office to discuss fiscal policy.

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New deals site offers D.C. discounts

By Jessica Marsala | March 6

SalesVote will offer discounts to D.C. residents through social networking sites.

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Students lend a hand in neighborhood trash cleanup

By Marissa Cetin | March 6

Students organized a Community Trash Cleanup to combat litter around campus.

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Union reps, faculty discuss adjunct issues

By Elijah Mercer | March 6

Now that adjunct faculty are unionized, they talk about what they'll be advocating for.

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University increases President's Circle donation levels

By Samantha Hogan | March 6

The donation requirement to be considered part of the President's Circle will increase by $1,500 on May 1.

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Bon Appetit adopts animal friendly practices

By Joe Ste.Marie | March 6

Bon Appetit is pledging to avoid meats produced with some of the meat industry's more infamous methods, and is even willing to serve less of a given meat if there are not enough suppliers that meet its new standards.

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DC mayor signs green pledge at AU

By Ryan Migeed | March 6

AU's ongoing sustainability efforts put the goals of a new DC-wide sustainability pledge easily within reach.

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AU considers smoking ban on campus

By Zach C. Cohen and Heather Mongilio | March 6

AU is gauging student opinion on making AU a smoke/tobacco free campus. Roughly half the student body thinks AU should be smoke/tobacco free.

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Students protest at Dept. of Education

By Paige Jones and James Boone | March 6

In front of a wall of police, students shared their grievances with an Aide from the Dept. of Education.

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College insurances required to cover contraception costs

By Anna Scalamogna , Hannah Blatt , Sam Jackson and Amanda Muscavage | March 6

Colleges insurance plans will soon be required to offer free contraception to employees and students.

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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