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AU and Street Sense host Real Talk on Life, Art & Poverty

By Laura Turner · Saturday, April 9, 2016

The conversation centered on the experience of Street Sense vendors and what students can do to help.

Syrian dissident to speak at AU

By Kate Magill · Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Ahed al Hendi will talk on behalf of Help Syria Now on April 11

Survivor and Title IX activist Wagatwe Wanjuki shares her story at AU

By Anagha Srikanth · Monday, April 4, 2016

Wanjuki spoke to students in honor of SG Women’s Initiative’s Women’s History Month

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Prime Minister of the Netherlands Mark Rutte talks U.S.-Europe relations

By Riddhi Sarkar | April 2

Rutte was in the District for the 2016 Nuclear Security Summit

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Anita Hill to speak at AU

By Kate Magill | April 1

Activist Anita Hill will speak at AU on April 7, according to a press release from the Kennedy Political Union.

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Camille A. Nelson to serve as dean of Washington College of Law

By Cuneyt Dil | April 1

She will be the first woman to serve in this position since 1947

Photos Courtesy of Kennedy Political Union; collage created by HALEY SAMSEL/THE EAGLE

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Representatives Roe and McNerney to speak on campus on April 14

By Jillian O'Donohoe | April 1

The Congressmen will talk about veterans affairs as they pertain to AU Vets and ROTC

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Kerwin looks back

By Matt Holt | March 31

Dr. Neil Kerwin sat down with the Eagle to discuss his time as President, his thoughts on the University and his future plans after he steps down in May 2017

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California Rep. Mark Takano to speak on campus April 12

By Jillian O'Donohoe | March 30

Congressman Mark Takano (D-CA) will address AU students on April 12 at 8:15 p.m. in MGC 4-5 at an event brought to campus by the Kennedy Political Union. Takano, a representative of California’s 41st District since 2012, is the first openly gay person of color to serve in the United States Congress.

AU President Neil Kerwin sat down with The Eagle to discuss issues of race on campus. Kerwin published an op-ed in the paper on Nov. 4, pledging to hold discussions on inclusion.

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President Kerwin to step down in May 2017

By Kate Magill and Jillian O'Donohoe | March 28

After serving in his post for 12 years, Kerwin will return to the AU faculty after a sabbatical leave

Ryan Hansan, 08' alumnus and founder of Scratch DC

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After AU: Alumnus Ryan Hansan, founder of ScratchDC

March 28

Hansan talks about the inspiration behind the healthy meal delivery system, his company's part in food delivery and his journey to success in the D.C. food industry

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Donna Brazile accepts "Wonk of the Year" Award

By Riddhi Sarkar | March 26

Brazile discussed the current political climate and encouraged students to become involved in politics in her acceptance speech.

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Town halls held with candidates for Vice Provost of Undergraduate Studies

By Deanna Mudry , Brooke Evans and Patrick Haggerty | March 26

The position is currently held by Associate Professor Virginia Stallings

Graphic designed by COURTNEY ROZEN/THE EAGLE. Photo Credits (top to bottom): COURTNEY ROZEN/THE EAGLE, JILLIAN O'DONOHOE/THE EAGLE, JILLIAN O'DONOHOE/THE EAGLE, COURTNEY ROZEN/THE EAGLE

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Torriente, Rokowski, Vervaeke and McDermott elected to SG executive board

By Courtney Rozen and Ivy Kaplan | March 25

Sophomore Devontae Torriente will serve as the next Student Government president, winning 60.5 percent of the total unofficial vote count according to a news release put out by elections commissioner Jamie MacRitchie.

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University, Student Government respond to new Title IX complaint

By Casey Wexler | March 25

Administration says confidentiality agreement does not prevent victims from discussing their allegations with others.

Will Mascaro, pictured at a student government presidential debate in 2016, was fired from his position as CASE director on Oct. 31. Supporters are calling for his reinstatement.

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AUSG Judicial Board finds Mascaro innocent of all coercion charges

By Ivy Kaplan | March 24

Mascaro issued two hour suspension for using SG office space for campaign purposes

Candidates answer questions at the AU Dems debate on March 19.

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AU College Democrats host SG candidate debate

By Ivy Kaplan | March 21

Candidates went head to head for club endorsement on March 19

The three presidential candidates, Will Mascaro, Matt Mullin and Devontae Torriente take questions from students during a town hall on March 17

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SG presidential candidate Will Mascaro accused of ethical violations

By Courtney Rozen and Ivy Kaplan | March 20

Student Government presidential candidate and sophomore Will Mascaro’s campaign was temporarily suspended this past weekend after a series of complaints were filed with the SG Judicial Board, accusing Mascaro of pressuring other candidates to opt out of their races.

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AU students vote in favor of Metro University Pass

By Jillian O'Donohoe | March 18

85 percent of the student population support Metro changes

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Four takeaways from last night’s Student Government presidential forum

By Haley Samsel and Courtney Rozen | March 18

Candidates talked diversity and inclusion, mental health and sexual assault

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.

Solutions by The State News