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AU cuts golf and tennis programs

By Ian Quillen | February 24

The AU Athletic Department announced it will cut the men's golf and men's and women's tennis programs after this season, according to a statement released Thursday evening. AU will honor scholarships already given to those students should they decide to stay at AU, but in the future scholarships for those programs, part of AU's total of 80 sports scholarships, will be redirected to other sports that do not meet NCAA maximum scholarship limits, the statement indicates.

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News

Return of 007 ... with whom?

By Jennifer Varadi | February 24

He's handsome. He's British. He drives the newest cars and dates the hottest women. He can pull off a tux, drink a martini (shaken, not stirred) and destroy the world's most dangerous villains without even breaking a sweat. Bond ... James Bond, the most famous British intelligence agent on the big screen, is back to save the world again.

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Opinion

Opinion: Isolating minority history marginalizes minorities

February 24

As this year's Black History Month comes to a close, with it ends the teaching in our public schools of anything to do with black Americans, with the exception of slavery, until next February. Why? Because many teachers and school boards see it as the time in which they are to teach the history of black Americans.

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News

Extra Oscar Predictions

By Lisa Petak | February 24

Eagle writers Adam Bender and Lisa Petak weigh in with their Oscar picks.

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News

Tunlaw bus route persists despite complaints

By Mary Specht | February 24

Despite complaints from neighbors, the Metrobus N8 route extension through Glover-Tunlaw will continue its six-month trial period, providing trips to many AU students and other riders, a Metro spokesman said. Metro extended the N8 route in late December.

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News

Police Blotter

By Kate Oczypok | February 24

Weekly Crime Log

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Opinion

Their words: Joe Gallina, President

February 24

The problems we face are right in front of us, and they must be confronted. The administration either fails to act or, when it does, does not take the student voice into consideration. It's wrong that our phone lines are being taken out of our rooms. It's wrong that we will be forced to pay for Ruckus next year.

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News

Seeds of Peace plants cooperation in youth

By Kate Oczypok | February 24

International leaders need to focus on the next generation of young people that will one day be guiding the world, said Dr. Aaron Miller, president of the Seeds of Peace organization, in a speech yesterday in the Kay Spiritual Life Center. Miller spoke about the importance of negotiation in international conflict and the purpose of the Seeds of Peace group to over 70 students and staff members.

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News

Death sentences decline

By Charlie Caffrey | February 24

State government leaders in Georgia and Texas spoke out against the death penalty last week, reflecting a nationwide lack of support for the punishment, according to a study released in late 2004. Members of Georgia's house and senate called for a moratorium on capital punishment last Tuesday at a news conference, saying they would seek legislation to stop executions until a panel could be created to study the use of capital punishment.

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News

And the Oscar goes to...

By Daniel Longino | February 24

As the Oscars approach Sunday, all the speculation from the past year comes to the forefront. To some, the Oscars are awarded on buzz, not quality, and are essentially an exercise in purely missing the point. But regardless, even the most cynical movie buff can get swept up in the pure pleasure of guessing right.

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Sports

Golfers look for a diamond in the rough

By David Bergman | February 24

After a difficult fall season wrought with disappointing finishes, the AU Men's Golf team is looking to rebound with a trip to California and a promising spring season. The Eagles, who placed eighth or lower in three out of four events this fall, have a seven-tournament spring schedule that includes the three-day Intercollegiate at Diablo Grande, a tournament in Patterson, Calif.

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News

Sole secretary candidate drops out

By Mary Specht | February 24

The only candidate for Student Government secretary withdrew from the race Wednesday, leaving the position open for a write-in candidate or a presidential appointment. Kevin Gilnack, a junior in the School of Public Affairs, said he withdrew because he could not be at AU over the summer for personal reasons and would be unable to fulfill the duties of secretary during that time.

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News

Comics

February 24

The comics

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Opinion

Their Words: Nick Johnson, SC President

February 24

I thank The Eagle for providing space for the SC candidates, and I would like to highlight some aspects of my platform. Our campus shuttles provide an excellent service, but they are not operating as safely or as timely as they should. A lot of students have horror stories of being on the shuttle when our safety has been compromised, and that needs to stop.

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News

Oscar-winning prof. shares Academy picks

By Megan Slack | February 24

School of Communication professor Russell Williams was the first African-American to win two Academy Awards, for his sound work in "Glory" (1989) and "Dances with Wolves" (1990). A voting member of the Academy, Williams shared some of his thoughts on the nominees before he jetted off to Los Angeles to attend the ceremony: Who Will Win: "I haven't seen all the Leading Actress nominated films or performances, [but] it's hard to imagine Hilary Swank not walking away with another statuette, for 'Million Dollar Baby,'" Williams said.

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News

Professor weighs in on record number black nominees

By Kate Oczypok | February 24

The 77th Academy Awards has broken records in the number of minorities nominated, with Jamie Foxx ("Ray"), Don Cheadle and Sophie Okonedo ("Hotel Rwanda"), and Morgan Freeman ("Million Dollar Baby") among those competing for top honors. Until this year, no more than three black actors had ever been nominated at once. As an expert in acting and African-American theater, AU professor Caleen Sinnette Jennings, has followed the four black nominees.

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News

Andrew W.K. parties hard for second AU gig

By Jorge Del Pinal | February 21

Another year, another Andrew W.K. Concert. On Friday evening, the Jesus of fun, Andrew W.K., stormed the stage for a crowd of about 400 people, according to SUB estimates. Jason Geisinger, assistant director of SUB, considered the show a resounding success.

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