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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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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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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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Opinion

Staff Editorial: Don't stand by, offer assistance

February 21

Picture this: You're standing around by the Tenleytown Metro stop in the middle of the day, minding your own business. You look up and see a man in hot pink accost a young lady and steal her purse. The man then flees, though not very well, as the young lady tries to find a way to get back her purse.

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Staff Editorial: Be smart, discreet with your blog

February 21

Several controversies have recently erupted regarding people's web logs getting them in trouble with their employer. Some have gotten fired because of their comments online about the company they work for. This is a very slippery topic; because of the newness of blogs, there is no established protocol on how to deal with them.

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Opinion

Letters to the Editor

February 21

Dear Editor: I just read The Eagle's most recent sex column from Feb. 17 regarding the abundance of hookups and the demise of dating. It hit a note with me. As a 25-year-old guy who wishes he could go back to the children's table during family gatherings, I find myself in an awkward position.

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Metro Brief: District students gather for GLBT conference at GW

By Mary Specht | February 21

Three D.C. area schools met to discuss gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues in the first conference of its kind Saturday at the OUTSpoken Conference, held at George Washington University. "The passion and energy of students, especially those in D.

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: Author alum reads from new book

By Rochelle Chounet | February 21

Leslie Pietrzyk, a local writer and AU alumna, discussed and read an excerpt from her new book Wednesday evening in Butler Board Room. Her book, "A Year and a Day," is a humorous account about a girl's grief after her mother commits suicide. The book takes place in a small, imaginary town in Iowa, in 1975, and Alison, the main character, begins hearing her mother's voice after the suicide.

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Opinion

Editorial Cartoon: Cell phones

February 21

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Come on down to South Park for a fifth (season) time

February 21

The people most offended by "South Park" have never watched it. OK, out of context the plot idea of a mother attempting to murder her son after finding out that her husband has been visiting porn theaters and gay bathhouses might not sound very Disney. Heck, in context it's pretty messed up too, but the simple truth is that Trey Parker and Matt Stone's cartoon is offensive to the point where it's difficult to be offended.

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Vaginas - something to talk about

By Greg Wasserstrom and Leana Zbrovsky | February 21

During AU's fifth annual production of "The Vagina Monologues" 23 performers moved a diverse audience from mild discomfort to the hysterical laughter of recognition to the tears from those who identified with the victims of violence. The women used only their bodies, voices and radiant energy. No costumes, no set. Just words.

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Campus Brief: SIS undergrads host symposium

By Jeannette Kimmel | February 21

The School of International Service is hosting its eighth annual Undergraduate Research Symposium Thursday, during which undergraduate students will form and moderate panels and participate as analysts. "This extraordinary event is completely organized by SIS students and highlights significant student-conducted research on pressing topics in today's world," said Nanette Levison, senior associate dean of SIS.

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No one running for secretary

February 21

Kevin Gilnack, who had been running unopposed for the secretary position in student government, has dropped out of the race. Gilnack, a junior in the School of Public Affairs, said that he would not be able to stay in D.C. for the summer for personal reasons, thus making him unable to fulfill the position's requirements. He wishes good luck to anyone interested in becoming a write-in candidate for the position. Read more...

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Campus Brief: Library announces winners of V-Day Raffle

By Jeannette Kimmel | February 21

The following people won $50 Best Buy gift certificates in Bender Library's student-only Valentine's Day raffle, according to Nick Banovetz, assistant to the librarian: Mike Greene, Christine Daly, Teresa Gallup, Tahani Magie, Joy Henry and Ezra Krumhansl.

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Avert your eyes like Londoners on the Tube

By Colleen McCarthy | February 21

"I like you," a wobbly stranger with a Brooklyn accent and liquor on his breath slurs in my direction. The information we offer, that this train is not headed toward, nor will it ever reach, Liverpool Street, doesn't faze our new friend, especially when he finds out that we are Americans too.

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Employers fire workers over complaints in blogs

By Lauren Gardner | February 21

Blogs are increasingly popular to publish and read, according to the Pew Internet and American Life Project, but their rising popularity coalesces with controversy in the media and workplace. Eight million U.S. adults created web logs or similar online diaries by the end of 2004, according to two November 2004 telephone surveys conducted by the Pew Internet and American Life Project, which studies the effects of the Internet on such aspects of society as families and communities.

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Race affects voting rights

By Janel Knight | February 21

The racial makeup of D.C. affects the fact that citizens do not have a voting representative in Congress, said Washington College of Law professor Jamin Raskin at the Table Talk Lunch titled "Race and Politics: The Case for the District of Columbia" in the Kay Spiritual Life Center on Wednesday.

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