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Civitas Week aims to perk up politeness

By Katie Jennings · Thursday, Sept. 23, 2004

The Office of the Vice President of Campus Life kicked off "Civitas Week" on Monday. The week will feature five days of events, presentations and initiatives aimed at promoting civility and respect on the AU campus, according to the office. Several student organizations co-sponsored a voter registration drive held on the Quad.

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"Brainwashing 101" creator visits campus

By Khai Ha · Thursday, Sept. 23, 2004

The College Republicans presented a preview of the movie "Brainwashing 101," a film that explores the issue of liberal biases on college campuses, on Monday night in Ward Circle Building, marking the first screening of the documentary at a university.

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Some in AU's South Africa program claim disorganization, insensitivity

By Kate Oczypok and Dave Hodges · Monday, Sept. 20, 2004

Some AU students in South Africa said that their study-abroad program requires too much work and is disorganized, though AU Abroad officials disagree and say they are working to meet student needs. In a series of e-mails several AU students in South Africa said that changes to the program were not adequately explained, and that the program's new director, School of International Service professor Caleb Rossiter, is insensitive and assigning too much work.

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U.S. hit by multiple waves of hurricanes

By Kate Oczypok | September 20

The southern United States have experienced an unusually strong wave of "monster hurricanes" this season. Now, Floridians and citizens of the Gulf Coast can add Charley, Frances and possibly Jeanne to their list of deadly hurricanes within the past two years.

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007 Week finishes

By Anna Drabant | September 20

James Bond ruled last week as the Class of 2007 held "007 Week," which included a Guapo's party, forum and a sophomore-hosted, Bond-themed TDR dinner.

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Saturday's political comedy fest features legendary comedian

By Mary Specht | September 20

The School of Communication's Political Comedy Festival continued Saturday at AFI Silver Theatre with screenings of "The Great McGinty" and "Election" introduced by Turner Classic Movies host Bob Mankiewicz, a live episode of "Political Dish" hosted by The New York Times' Todd Purdham and "An Evening with Dick Gregory" featuring Gregory himself, co-hosted by the First Amendment Center's Gene Policinski and SOC alumnus Good Morning America's Tony Perkins.

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Hundreds attend opening of political comedy fest

By Mary Specht | September 20

AFI Silver Theatre's 400 seats were filled at 7 p.m. Thursday for the D.C. sneak preview of "Silver City," followed by a question-and-answer session with director John Sayles and producer Maggie Renzi, moderated by AU professor and director of the Center for Social Media Patricia Aufderhiede.

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Joe Klein speaks about Primary Colors

By Kristen Northrop | September 20

Joe Klein, Newsweek columnust and author of the best-selling book "Primary Colors," participated in an interview with AU adjunct professor Pat Dowell Friday night as part of SOC's Political Comedy Festival. Following the screening of "Primary Colors," a film starring John Travolta, based on Klein's ...

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Beslan victims receive aid

By Anna Drabant | September 20

Since hundreds of people were taken hostage at a school in Beslan, Russia, two weeks ago, several organizations have formed to help aid the victims and their families.

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Campaigns hunger for humor

By Stokely Baksh | September 20

Panelists at Sunday night's American Forum agreed that this year's election is "grim and lacking humor" common in past elections and the desire for a funnier election is palpable. The forum "Presidential Shtick and Political Speechwriters" discussed the importance of political humor for politicians.

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National ban on assault weapons expires

By Theodora Blanchfield | September 20

The national ban on assault weapons expired Sept. 13, making it legal to purchase AK-47s, Uzis, TEC-9s and other assault weapons. The expiration of the ban, imposed by former President Bill Clinton in 1994, pleases some gun owners, but has critics furious.

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Dewey says multilateralism necessary

By Claire Maude | September 20

A State Department official stressed the importance of a multilateral approach to humanitarian aid and reconstruction for the United States that involves the United Nations at the Mary Graydon Center Thursday night.

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Alum, 'Wag the Dog' director Levinson discusses political satire

By Stokely Baksh | September 16

In the political satire "Wag the Dog," a U.S. president is caught in a sex scandal 14 days before an election, so his adviser and Hollywood manufacture a war that deceives the American people and he ultimately wins the election. This movie has become a pop culture icon and synonymous with government propaganda and manipulation.

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SC chief of staff resigns

By Stokely Baksh | September 16

Senior Jeremy Holt, chief of staff for Student Confederation President Polson Kanneth, stepped down from his position on Friday for academic reasons and time commitments. "I realized after the first couple of weeks with my grad classes that I didn't have the time to commit," Holt said.

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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