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Hot Holiday Sequels: Metroid Prime 2, Halo 2, and GTA: San Andreas

By Ryan Grannan-Doll , Daniel Longino and Jorge Del Pinal · Monday, Dec. 6, 2004

With the holiday season approaching, several high-profile video game franchises are looking to cash in on the upcoming gift-giving frenzy. Eagle critics took a look at three of the biggest sequels to three of the biggest titles for the three big console systems: "Metroid Prime 2: Echoes" for the GameCube, "Halo 2" for the Xbox and "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas" for PlayStation 2. PC fans, don't fret, because we haven't forgotten you: A "Half-Life 2" review is coming soon.

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AU study abroad ranks 12th for undergrad participation

By Stokely Baksh · Monday, Dec. 6, 2004

AU ranked 12th out of the top 20 U.S. doctoral/research institutions for estimated undergraduate participation in study-abroad programs, according to a study from the Institute of International Education. This is the first time AU has achieved a ranking in this particular report. The total number of AU students going abroad has increased by 65 percent in the last three years to 887 students this year, according to AU Abroad.

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More U.S. undergrads go abroad, fewer foreign students study in U.S.

By Stokely Baksh | December 6

While the number of U.S. students studying abroad has increased since 9/11, the number of international students studying in the United States has significantly decreased due to factors that include difficulties in obtaining student visas and perceptions of American distrust of foreigners, according to a study released by the Institute of International Education. The number of international students studying in the United States decreased to a level unmatched since the 1970s, according to the 2004 Open Doors Report, which was released last month and funded by the State Department's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

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Back to the Futureheads

December 6

Crazy Brits. That's what comes to mind after the first listen to "Le Garage," the opening track to the Futureheads' self-titled debut. But when the album came to its conclusion 35 minutes later, listeners will feel compelled to play the album again ... and again. The Futureheads have an extremely infectious sound. Some reviews have compared them to tourmates Franz Ferdinand, but perhaps a more apt comparison would be Weezer, if they grew up in the United Kingdom. The Futureheads play simple and poppy new wave/garage/punk tunes with incredible enthusiasm and tightness.

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Bills inhibit file sharing

By Kelly Kerr | December 6

While two bills working their way into federal law do not specifically address the common practice of illegal sharing of music and movie files, they represent a greater effort to crack down on widespread illegal use of today's technology. One bill, the Cooperative Research and Technology Enhancement Act, known as CREATE, currently awaits President George W. Bush's signature.

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A merry gospel Christmas

By Crista Scaturro | December 6

The holiday season is upon us once again, and all over campus students are beginning to celebrate. The AU Gospel Choir held its annual Christmas concert Thursday to celebrate not only presents and mistletoe, but more centrally, the birth of Jesus. During the hour-long performance, the choir performed songs focused on their religious dedication to Christ. The talent of this group of singers was evident from the very first song, "I Just Can't Stop Praising His Name."

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GW student efforts to join Board of Trustees thwarted

By Valerie Smith | December 6

In mid-November, two high-ranking officials at George Washington University rejected student efforts to put a student on the Board of Trustees. University President Stephen Trachtenberg and Board of Trustees Chairman Charles Manatt said they did not support a Student Assembly resolution in favor of adding a permanent student member to the Board of Trustees, The Hatchet, George Washington's student newspaper reported. AU's Board of Trustees adheres to a similar policy. The Board is one of the highest decision-making organizations at GW and most other colleges, including AU.

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Bull Dozing: Is Red Bull the new java?

By Rachel Pleatman | December 6

Late nights and early meetings. Block classes and boring professors. Fire alarms at 4 a.m. Life as a college student does not conduce being bright-eyed and bushy-tailed in class. As a result, many undergraduates rely heavily on coffee, soft drinks or energy drinks like Red Bull to get around through hectic days, exhaustion and boredom. With 80 milligrams of caffeine in each 8.3-ounce can, Red Bull more than doubles the 34 milligrams of caffeine found in a 12-ounce can of Coca-Cola.

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AU celebrates Lee Hamilton's service

By Stokely Baksh | December 6

AU's Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies presented former congressman Lee Hamilton with the Distinguished Public Service Award at the center's 25th anniversary celebration Nov. 16. Hamilton is the president and director of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars and also commits time to the Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies and the School of Public Affairs. He has lectured on campus and received an honorary degree from AU last spring.

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Music Notes

December 6

The Scene staff reviews new and notable music releases. This week, judgment comes down on albums from Jadakiss, Jimmie's Chicken Shack, The Exies, Daniel Johnston and The Icarus Line.

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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