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AU administration, SG welcome freshmen at opening convocation

By Zach C. Cohen · Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2011

Freshman students were welcomed to AU with pomp and circumstance Aug. 26, as they processed into Bender Arena for the Convocation ceremony accompanied by bagpipes, the AU pep band and school deans in their academic robes.

SOC, SPA deans to step down at end of school year

By Julia Ryan · Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2011

One-third of freshmen identify as racially diverse

By Zach C. Cohen · Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2011

In light of University efforts, the Class of 2015 brings racial diversity to AU.

DRIVE ON - Yearly resident parking rates were increased to $988 in May, up from $964 in May 2010. One-semester parking rates were raised to $494, up from $482 last year.

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Main campus parking rates rise again

By Paige Jones | August 30

A breakdown of parking costs on campus and guide to getting a parking permit

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Student Government updates its website for second time in two years

By Anna Scalamogna | August 30

Au Student government hopes to give students an easier time managing their website with a new re-design focused on ease of use.

Rising up - Freshmen heard from Center for Community Engagement and Service Assistant Director Robin Adams (left) and D.C. Deputy Mayor of Health and Human Services Beatriz Otero at the FSE closing ceremony Aug. 25 in Bender Arena.

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Freshmen ‘shake things up’ with service in D.C. during Welcome Week

By Julia Ryan | August 30

Incoming freshmen make an impact during welcome week through the Freshman Service Experience, volunteering across DC.

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Honors program to be updated

By Paige Jones | August 30

Interim Honors Director Michael Manson has big plans for the Honors Program.

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Hurricane power outage cancels WCL classes Monday

By Paige Jones | August 29

A WCL power outage from Hurricane Irene cancels law school classes Monday.

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McDowell Hall replaces dorm room keys with smart-chip ID cards

By Kay Dakin and Kate Froehlich | August 29

McDowell Hall's summer renovations included smart-chip enabled IDs and locks that replace mechanical dorm room keys.

Fire trucks and police cars sit outside the Tenleytown Metro station after responding to reports of a smoking escalator.

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Smoking Tenleytown Metro escalator causes stir

August 26

A minor mechanical problem reportedly caused a Tenleytown Metro escalator to smoke just after 3 p.m. today. The street-level escalator was on the west side of Wisconsin Avenue near Best Buy. The issue stopped when the escalator was turned off, said Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority spokesperson ...

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Students react to D.C. earthquake

By Zach C. Cohen | August 23

American University evacuated all on- and off-campus buildings for a short period of time following a 5.9 magnitude that rocked the eastern United States Tuesday. No one on campus was injured in the earthquake and there was no apparent damage to any AU buildings, according to emails from the University. The ...

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DPS reports higher transport, theft rates during Welcome Week

By Anna Scalamogna | August 23

Welcome Week may be known for its parties and celebrations, but all the fun may come at a cost for new and returning students. There are about twice the weekly average number of transports and alcohol and drug violations during the first week of the semester, according to Adam Cooper, AU’s Public ...

$McDonald\'s on AU\'s campus is closing after its lease expires in December.$

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AU updates dining options on and off campus

By Rachel Karas | August 23

From increased seating in TDR to new vendors in Tenley, AU is expanding options for diners. Read the full fall guide including exploring the music scene, explanations of AU's administration and the low-down on student leaders.

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A guide to student leaders on and around campus

By Leigh Giangreco | August 23

From recruiting captivating speakers to planning festivals to rallying and educating students, here are some Eagles you’ll see flying around campus making it happen.

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AU ranks as fifth most politically active college

By Julia Ryan | August 23

Once ranked most politically active campus in the country, AU has fallen to number five on that list.

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Protests to political speakers: spring 2011 in review

By Nicole Glass and Rachel Karas | August 23

From protests to fundraisers, spring semester was packed with news and events.

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Dining Dollars offers food discounts to students

By Rachel Karas | August 23

Students can now purchase food and receive discounts with a program similar to EagleBucks.

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Getting to know AU administration

By Paige Jones | August 23

Freshman, transfer and even returning students can be overwhelmed and confused in the face of AU's large administration.

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Getting to know AU administration branches

By Nicole Frederica | August 23

For Eagles young and old, the branches of AU administration can be overwhelming. Here are a few campus offices and departments that everyone should know:

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Best of the Spring 2011 Police Blotter

August 23

Each week, The Eagle prints the best and worst of incidents to which the Department of Public Safety responded. Here are a few fan favorites from last semester.

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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