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University proposal suggests allowing alcohol in residence halls

By Katherine Saltzman · Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015

RHA and administrators draft pilot program to allow on-campus alcohol possession in some situations for those over 21.

Transgender activist Sarah McBride talks advocacy

By Courtney Rozen · Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015

McBride, who transitioned as an AU student and has worked in advocacy since graduation, encouraged the audience to fight for causes they support.

SIS professor’s documentary explores history of Islam in Europe

By Riddhi Sarkar · Monday, Oct. 26, 2015

Ambassador Akbar Ahmed’s film “Journey into Europe” was viewed by a full house Thursday night.

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The Rhodes ahead

By Ellie Hartleb | October 26

Sophomore Alec Rhodes plans a cross-country bike trip to raise funding for childhood cancer research.

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Students unify to start AU Elects club

By Jill O'Donohoe | October 26

Organizers seek to focus on getting students involved in the political process, rather than any one candidate.

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Title IX: Changes on campus since the federal investigation began

By Brooke Evans | October 24

Since the start of the Department of Education’s Title IX investigation into AU on March 11, the University has sought to create a safe space for all genders by preventing sexual assaults, as mandated by federal law.

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For Greek groups, different paths to campus

By Theresa Maher | October 24

For some students looking to start a new fraternity or sorority, the rules may seem to be written in Greek.

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Racial advocacy continues with workshop on structural racism

By Deanna Mudry and Nadia Palacios | October 24

After media attention, student movement The Darkening to continue educating on campus

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Aramark workers decry job conditions at Student Worker Alliance event

By Ariel Alexander Gomez | October 22

Workers say Aramark has been cutting hours, benefits and positions in dining and custodial departments

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David Gregory speaks about new book at SIS event

By Riddhi Sarkar | October 22

David Gregory's new book is titled "How's Your Faith?: An Unlikely Spiritual Journey."

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Undergraduate Senator resigns in letter attacking Senate culture

By Ellie Hartleb | October 21

Former Senator Louis Ryan called the group a “nightmare secret society” and blamed a negative culture on former Speaker Will Mascaro.

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Interfraternity Council votes to push for Good Samaritan Policy

By Theresa Maher | October 20

If enacted by administration, the policy would protect organizations from misconduct charges in cases when students at events with alcohol seek medical help.

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Madeleine Albright encourages bold career decisions at KPU event

By Katherine Saltzman | October 18

Former Secretary of State discusses her career and the challenges of technology and globalization during All-American Weekend.

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Car flips in Ward Circle in the middle of afternoon traffic

By Elli Bloomberg | October 16

A collision on Friday left at least three cars damaged.

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‘Safe Campus’ and ‘Fair Campus’ bills may change sexual assault reporting

By Deanna Mudry | October 16

The authors of the bills seek to ensure due process rights for the accused, but 28 advocacy groups have come out against the legislation.

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After arrest, former staff member and others to continue worker advocacy

By Katherine Saltzman | October 16

Jim McCabe, who was arrested in TDR on Wednesday, said students had previously been responsive to his messages about poor benefits for service workers.

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Former professor arrested in TDR while protesting worker benefits

By Chloe Johnson and Katherine Saltzman | October 14

James McCabe was arrested while handing out flyers about unequal benefits for service workers, had been involved in recent protests on campus.

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Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson to speak on Oct. 27

By Chloe Johnson | October 14

The Kennedy Political Union event will be held in room one of the Ward Circle Building

Features

Mindful Mondays bring meditation and intention to students

By Aubrey Violeta Gelpieryn | October 13

Two AU advisers created the program to help students adjust to the often stressful college environment.

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Bender Library now offers all textbooks over $150 in course reserves

By Riddhi Sarkar | October 13

Books for core classes and general education courses were already on reserve.

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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