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Mental health symposium addressed mental health as a social justice issue

By Jill O'Donohoe · Monday, Sept. 28, 2015

Speakers and panelists discussed microaggressions and D.C.'s stress culture.

Students attend rally during pope’s speech to Congress

By Elli Bloomberg · Friday, Sept. 25, 2015

A group of AU students joined climate justice advocates on the National Mall Thursday morning for the Moral Action on Climate Justice Rally, an environmental justice gathering organized around Pope Francis’ address to Congress. Between 60 and 80 AU students attended, according to Audrey Irvine-Broque, a senior and organizer for Fossil Free AU.

Muslim Student Association invites Muslim and non-Muslim students to Eid celebration tonight

By Riddhi Sarkar · Friday, Sept. 25, 2015

The celebration is the organization’s biggest event of the year.

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SIS professors discuss the effects of climate change at teach-in Monday

By Elli Bloomberg | September 23

The teach-in was held in anticipation of the Pope’s speech on climate justice on Thursday.

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Former Treasurer Bay Buchanan to speak Oct. 7

By Chloe Johnson | September 23

Buchanan was U.S. Treasurer from 1981 to 1983, under President Ronald Reagan.

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Mental health as a social justice issue to be discussed at upcoming symposium

By Jill O'Donohoe | September 22

The event aims to unify the AU community around an issue that affects 25 percent of college students.

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SG passes a bill to expand on campus jobs for work-study students

By Alexis Cooney | September 22

SG members hope more federal work study jobs will help ease financial burden on students, but implementation faces hurdles.

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Faculty Senate passes resolution supporting free speech in wake of trigger warnings debate

By Cuneyt Dil | September 22

The resolution said “the academy must stand firm” for free expression.

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Forums held to discuss changes for first floor of Mary Graydon Center

By Katherine Saltzman | September 22

Marketplace to undergo redesign and renovation

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AU PhD student helps discover new species

By Anagha Srikanth | September 22

Becca Peixotto will speak about the discovery at a Social Justice Colloquium on Sept. 28

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Retired AU professor charged with committing child rape in the 1970s

By Deanna Mudry | September 18

Former professor Elliott McGinnies had previously been charged with fondling a minor in 1986.

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Spam emails flood inboxes of University community

By Megan Yoder | September 16

Spammers often try to steal money or personal information with links to malicious websites.

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New Greek life administrator wants to empower students, correct misconceptions

By Theresa Maher | September 15

Assistant Director of Greek life Colin Gerker hopes to promote service and grow the Greek community through his new position.

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New SG fund offers money to students for extra class costs

By Elli Bloomberg | September 14

The $1,000 fund will help finance expenses like art supplies, but excludes textbooks.

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AU ranked a top college for queer women

By Haley Samsel | September 14

Center for Diversity and Inclusion and the atmosphere of D.C. factored into ranking.

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Application deadline for alternative breaks pushed forward

By Ellie Hartleb | September 14

Earlier deadline designed to make the program more accessible to students seeking grants.

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Madeleine Albright to speak at All-American Weekend

By Chloe Johnson | September 14

Madeleine Albright to speak at All-American Weekend

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Wellness Center searches for new Sexual Assault Prevention Coordinator

By Jillian O'Donohoe | September 12

Daniel Rappaport, who previously held the position, left for a new job during the summer.

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“Daily Show” Correspondent Jessica Williams encourages minorities and women to share their voices at KPU event

By Ana Srikanth | September 11

Williams shared how her personal experiences and frustration with national affairs have shaped her comedy.

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Former Provost Milton Greenberg dies

By Chloe Johnson | September 10

Milton passed Aug. 27, served from 1980 to 1993.

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