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Students start off Black History Month

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The Black Student Alliance kicked off Black History Month at AU on Tuesday with a speaker commenting on "The Essence of Blackness," this month's theme. Keynote speaker Todd Robinson, an AU history professor and '95 alumnus, said that during a trip to the barbershop he realized that the essence of blackness could not be defined in just one word or phrase.

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BlackBerries for Kogod

Kogod recently announced that it will be giving 300 free BlackBerries to students, faculty and administration in the graduate school. In addition to the hardware, it will be giving them six months of free service. This is being made possible by an agreement between administration and T-Mobile, distributor of BlackBerry 7100t.

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Sex columnist status scares 'em off

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Being a sex columnist is ruining my sex life! Yes, it's sad but true. Most men out there in the abyss I call "the black hole of dating" want a virgin in the bar and a beast in the bedroom. But where does a woman that spends her days writing about sex, between her look of innocence and her foul-mouth, fall in this virgin-slut dichotomy?

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Tennis serves in new year

AU Tennis wrapped up its first month of the spring season last weekend as the men outlasted George Washington, 5-2, and the women stumbled at Penn State, 7-0. The men (2-1) didn't manage a doubles victory but took five matches from the Colonials in singles play.


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SIS forum looks at relief for Sri Lanka

Two native Sri Lankans shared the effects of the recent tsunami that hit their home country and discussed relief efforts at an AU forum Wednesday. "Tsunami Relief: Now and In the Long Term" was part of the School of International Service's International Issues Forum.


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Police Blotter

Friday, Jan. 28 A male student reported being harassed and followed by individuals. No specific action was reported. An individual leaving a parking space in Bender Library Lot collided with and damaged a student's vehicle. A sex offense was reported off campus.


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Bush proposes domestic sweeps

Congress needs to act now and reform Social Security to ensure its existence for younger Americans, President George W. Bush said last night in his State of the Union address. This is Bush's first address since Sept. 11 that focused primarily on domestic issues.


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Norton tries for voting rights again

For the third year in a row, Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.) and Sen. Joseph Lieberman (D-C.T.) have introduced a bill that would grant the District full voting rights. At a press coference last week, Norton, Lieberman, two Iraq war veterans from the District, and an Iraqui American Washington resident showed support for the bill.


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Campus Briefs: WCL hosts 2005 Opportunities Day

The Washington College of Law hosted its fifth annual Opportunities Day on Tuesday for about 400 first-year law students. First-year law students don't get to choose their classes and are still learning basic principles at this point, said David Jaffe, WCL dean of students.


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Students compete in one classy concerto

The handful of people who attended Saturday's concerto and aria competition in Kay Spiritual Life Center learned just how much talent hides in AU's Kreeger music building. Violinist Alyson Slack won the competition and the opportunity to play with the AU symphony orchestra in its spring concert with her phenomenal performance of Jean Sibelius' Violin Concerto in D minor.


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Students without borders

More AU students earn full rides to exotic study-abroad programs than applicants from any other school through the prestigious David L. Boren Fellowship. The undeniable bonus to the big money is an intense life experience.


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Opinion

SC president shows spirit, sets example

With the Student Confederation elections coming up soon, many people are trying to decide if they should run and whom they should vote for. These elections, as they do every year, will shape not only next year but also many years into the future of American University.


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Women's b-ball falls short, 62-59

The AU Women's Basketball team should have lost in regulation at Bender Arena Wednesday night. With the score tied at 53, Maryland-Eastern Shore guard Ashley Chase held for the final shot, drove the lane, and then dished off to forward Kristi Veltkamp, who stood alone on the low block.


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PATRIOTs vs. EAGLES

Ian Quillen Eagles: 23 Patriots: 21 On paper, New England is the only choice. But that doesn't make it the right one. Terrell Owens will play, catch a touchdown and then re-injure his knee, jeopardizing his career and leading to a Pats comeback. Adam Vinatieri, whose previous two title-winning kicks came with the game tied, will miss from 48 yards and time expiring.


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Movie Matches: Weddings to remember

"Leprechaun 2" - 1994 On his 2,000th birthday, the Leprechaun has to find the descendent of the bride he chose on his 1,000th birthday and marry her. The treasure-hoarding Leprechaun is played masterfully by Warwick Davis, the dude that played Willow and the Ewok Wicket in "The Return of the Jedi.


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Opinion

Student gov't - losers by any name

In case you didn't know (chances are you don't), shortly before school let out for winter break, a brand new Student Confederation constitution passed through the backing of a well-represented special election, turning out a whopping 194 votes, including six abstentions.


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Arcade Fire lives up to hype with hot show

Come ye sick, ye broken, huddled masses. Another shore is calling you, a golden city to the North. It is home already to many of your friends. It is Montreal. Be not afraid. The Arcade Fire, the Canadian quintet (give or take some guests) led by former Texan Win Butler, says "put down your weapons.


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Tuition to increase more than $1,000

Students should expect a 4.5 to 6.5 percent tuition increase per year in AU's upcoming two-year budget plan, said Provost Neil Kerwin on Monday at a town hall meeting in the University Club. This would raise the current $25,920 tuition to between $27,086 and $27,605.


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Campus Briefs: Eli Reed showcases his photography

Eli Reed, one of the most recognized photographers of Magnum, a collective of photojournalists, spoke at AU in Wechsler Theater last night. Described by famed photographer Gordon Parks as a "gentle, compassionate hulk of a man," Reed has captured some of the most stimulating moments of what he calls the "normal beat of life.


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Out of Context

"A male student required a hospital transport from Leonard Hall. He suffered an injury to his penis while having relations with his girlfriend. He required medical attention and was transported to Sibley Hospital." - reported by Public Safety Apparently the tension between China and Taiwan is more than just political.



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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