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Chilean Nobel Prize winner celebrated

By Blair Payne · Thursday, Sept. 30, 2004

It wasn't a typical birthday party. At the end of Pablo Neruda's centennial tribute Wednesday night, many who attended the event were lost in thought instead of rejoicing in song. There was standing room only in Kay Spiritual Life Center as students, faculty, award-winning authors and others listened to a recorded recitation from the Chilean poet.

Baseball in D.C.'s home stretch

By Phil Turner · Thursday, Sept. 30, 2004

Nearly 33 years to the day since the Washington Senators left D.C. and became the Texas Rangers, Mayor Anthony Williams officially welcomed Major League Baseball back to the District, hoping that it will rejuvenate fans and the Anacostia region, where the new stadium will be built.

Dem-O-Cat Says: Kerry will 'earn back' trust

By Catherine Kozak · Thursday, Sept. 30, 2004

Columnist from the left Catherine Kozak comments on Kerry's keen points and clear plans in response to the first presidential debate.

News

GarcÂ¡a Bernal moves from 'Y Tu Mama' to 'Motorcycle'

By Emily Zemler | September 30

Gael GarcÂ¡a Bernal, a Mexican actor who caught the eye of audiences with his performances in "Y Tu MamÂ Tambi?n" and "Amores Perros," recently took on the awesome task of becoming a 23-year-old version of political leader Guevara in Walter Salles' "The Motorcycle Diaries."

News

American Indian exhibits disappoint

By David Hodges | September 30

If there is one word that can be used to describe the new American Indian Museum it is incomplete. While excited crowds and a nearby festival mark the exterior of the building, the interior of the building does not live up to expectations.

Opinion

Editorial Cartoon

By Ann Detwiler | September 30

Ann Detwiler's editorial cartoon for September 30, 2004.

Opinion

Dem-O-Nat Says: debate spells mistake for Bush

By Nathalie Marechal | September 30

Columnist from the left Nathalie Marechal reacts to the presidential debate, criticizing Bush's stubborness and praising Kerry's clarity.

News

Terror from outside in at Spy Museum

By Crista Scaturro | September 30

The International Spy Museum added a spectacular new exhibit and, once again, raised the bar on what a museum experience should be. "The Enemy Within," a 45-minute, self-guided audio tour, explores the history of terrorism within the borders of the United States.

Opinion

Wizard's Lair

By Dan Friedman | September 30

Dan Friedman's Wizard's Lair comic for September 30, 2004.

Opinion

Not Quite Wrong

By Ross Nover | September 30

Ross Nover's Not Quite Wrong comic for September 30, 2004.

News

Police Blotter

By Caroline Solomon | September 30

A brief overview of notable events reported by the Office of Public Safety for the week of September 22.

Sports

AU shoots down colonials, 1-0

By Ian Quillen | September 30

On Tuesday, the AU Women's Soccer team continued its best season start in history, dropping host George Washington, 1-0, on a late first-half goal from senior forward Marcela Ricupero. The Eagles (8-1-1 overall) haven't lost since their second match of the season on Sept. 4, going 7-0-1 in that stretch.

Opinion

Minority Report: Bush's convictions come through

By Seth C. Johnson | September 30

Columnist from the right Seth C. Johnson reacts to the first presidential debate pleased with Bush's steadfastness and disappointed, but not surprised with Kerry's "wavering."

News

Students anticipate presidential debate

By Stokely Baksh | September 30

Thursday night President George W. Bush will face off against Senator John Kerry (D-Mass.) in Miami for the first of three presidential debates. Citizens across the country and across party lines will be tuning in, as will some AU students who are having "debate parties," though others plan to ignore the event.

News

Jefferson's coin gets a makeover in 2005

By Brittney Galloway | September 30

The nickel's design will be changed to commemorate the bicentennial of 19th century explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark's journey into the American West. U.S. Mint spokesman Michael White said the nickel design comes after legislation Congress passed last year.

Opinion

Accuracy of the Bible is unrivaled as a text

By Joshua Wu | September 30

Joshua Wu discusses the historical authenticity of the bible according to three tests of historical reliability.

News

Students split on Bush-Kerry debate

By Matt Bocchino | September 30

The political climate at AU during the presidential debate between President Bush and Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass.) Thursday night represented the nation in general: intensely divided.

Opinion

Baseball is back

September 30

After 33 years, baseball is finally back in D.C. The Montreal Expos will relocate to the District this spring, giving local baseball fans time to rejoice. Read the opinion of The Eagle's editorial board on the matter.

News

"Going Upriver" with Kerry

By Matt Rajput | September 30

In this allegedly very important election year, there's a lot of so-called entertainment being released with underlying meanings. Michael Moore's "Fahrenheit 9/11" led the pack of anti-Bush films that includes "Outfoxed" and "Silver City," as well as a number of lesser known quasi-documentaries shown in indie theaters and released on DVD for sale on the Internet.

News

Delta Gamma raises money for blind people

By Kate Oczypok | September 30

AU's chapter of the Delta Gamma sorority will hold "Anchor Clanker" day on the Quad on Saturday to raise money for Service for Sight, a program for the blind and visually impaired. The sorority has held Anchor Clanker day annually for about 10 years, according to Delta Gamma President Elizabeth Claps.

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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