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College-friendly healthy snack options

By Jody Aremband · Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012

Very easy and quick options for making yourself a delicious meal or snack from things that you do, or probably should, have in your fridge.

A-Trak, who previously toured with Kanye West and started his own record label, will perform at AU Dec. 1 at 9:30 p.m.

DJ A-Trak will perform in Tavern Saturday

By Yohana Desta · Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2012

The Student Union Board will host world-renowned DJ A-Trak Dec. 1. A-Trak previously toured with Kanye West and launched Kid Cudi's music career with his record label, Fool's Gold Records.

Helio Sequence and Ramona Falls bring mellow energy to the Black Cat

By Suzanne Gaber · Monday, Nov. 26, 2012

Don’t let their slow start fool you. Portland-based bands Ramona Falls and The Helio Sequence give a mellow and lively performance simultaneously.

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Chiddy Bang, Hoodie Allen play high-energy show in the Tavern

By Jane Morice | November 19

Hundreds of AU students lined up outside of the Mary Graydon Center on Nov. 18 to see hip-hop group Chiddy Bang and its special guest, Hoodie Allen.

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Audiophile: 11.15.12

November 14

Looking for new music? DJs at WVAU share their thoughts on a range of recent releases.

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AU Players tackle comedy with 'Bald Soprano'

By Mark Lieberman | November 14

The comedy will air in Katzen's Studio Theater from Nov. 15-17.

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Take 5: TV, films take on Lincoln, Biden

By Mark Lieberman | November 14

Vice President Joe Biden will guest star on an upcoming episode of “Parks and Recreation,” while Daniel Day-Lewis tackles the role of Abraham Lincoln in Steven Spielberg film “Lincoln.”

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TV Pick: "American Horror Story"

By Yohana Desta | November 14

“American Horror Story: Asylum” airs on Wednesday nights at 10p.m. on FX.

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Aretha Franklin, Dan Deacon to tour D.C.

By Aurora de Peralta | November 14

The Scene takes a look at some of the best concerts in the next week.

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AU Chamber Choir performs Russian, German works

By David Kahen-Kashi | November 14

The AU Chamber Choir performed a series of Russian, German and American works on Nov. 10 and 11.

EARTH, WIND, FIRE â€” Peter Kephartâ€™s works use the elements, along with gunpowder and paint.

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D.C. art exhibits get elemental twist, draw from international influences

By Sean Meehan | November 14

Fine Art for Free rounds up the best free arts events in the coming week to help you stretch that paycheck just a little bit further.

American rap group Chiddy Bang, who set the record for longest continuous rap at the MTV O Music Awards in 2011, will perform in the Tavern on Nov. 17.

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Chiddy Bang, Hoodie Allen to play Tavern on Saturday

By Maeve McDermott and Rebecca Zisser | November 14

Rappers Chiddy Bang and Hoodie Allen will perform in the Tavern on Saturday, hosted by the Student Government's Student Media Board.

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Movie Review: A Late Quartet

November 12

Heartfelt performances by Christopher Walken and Phillip Seymour Hoffman lift "A Late Quartet" above it's fairly average writing.

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Movie Review: Lincoln

By Jane Morice | November 12

Spielberg's "Lincoln" takes an honest look into the world of one of America's most beloved presidents.

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Oliver Stone and AU Professor Peter Kuznick screen new documentary series

November 9

The two filmmakers showed the first episode of their new series "The Untold History of America."

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Big Sean, A$AP Rocky headline this week's playlist

By Jane Morice | November 8

This week is all about hip-hop and rap. And even though this week’s picks tend to be more mainstream than usual, what’s wrong with a little variety?

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How to prepare for the best concert experience

By Sydney Gore | November 8

Being prepared for a concert is like being prepared for a test: if you don’t practice and study enough beforehand, you’re going to fail.

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Take 5: Disney buys Star Wars, new Bond movie premieres

By Mark Lieberman | November 8

Disney buys Star Wars, NBC reveals its new schedule and Christina Aguilera gets her career back.

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TV Pick: Gossip Girl

By Taheea Khan | November 7

The final season of "Gossip Girl" is mostly mundane, but could provide some long-awaited answers.

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AU dance student performs at Kennedy Center

By Clarence Cabanero | November 7

SPA senior Ellie van Bever takes the stage at the Kennedy Center with the Christopher K. Morgan & Artists professional dance company.

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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