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Student drivers make quick car trips with 'Zip'

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AU recently joined Howard University, Georgetown University and George Washington University in an agreement with a new car rental service available to students, staff and faculty on campuses, according to Gwen Gass of the Auxiliary Services office.

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University jumps in U.S. News rankings

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AU is now ranked No. 86 in the nation, according to the political magazine U.S. News and World Report. The university improved from last year's 99th place ranking, while its cross-town rival George Washington University fell one spot from 51 to 52. Compared to schools in the area, including GW, Georgetown, Howard and Catholic universities, AU has the third best ranking.

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Sports

Soccer stripped down during offseason

In 2003, most thought 2004 would be "the year" for the AU men's soccer team. But after a crazy, volatile and ultimately disappointing season last year, an older, wiser but depleted squad is taking things one step at a time. "The only expectation I've given these guys," said AU head coach Todd West, "is to work harder than everyone else, and to play as a team."



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Shagin shows promise at U.S. Amateur

After a freshman college season that took him up and down, Eagles' sophomore golfer Todd Shagin set his sights on the 2004 United States Amateur Golf Tournament. Shagin set out on his quest to make the 104th U.S. Amateur at Royce Brook Country Club in Somerville, N.J.


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Drinking rules change in D.C., but not at AU

In a change from last year, improved and increased enforcement of underage drinking laws will be practiced by the Metropolitan Police Department. This is part of an annual effort to let students know that underage drinking will not be tolerated, said Assistant Police Chief Peter Newsham.


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Eagles start season on right footing

The AU women's soccer team beat a gritty Mount St. Mary's 3-2 in its season opener Tuesday at Reeves Field. But while the Eagles won, their performance displayed both their offensive firepower and their defensive inconsistency. Senior forward Maha Elnabawi scored a dramatic game-winner with five minutes left to finally secure a victory after numerous chances.


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AU's Muslim students get new leader, new chaplain

Sarah Ahmed's two words that sum up her hopes for the Muslim Students Association this year are "knowledge sharing." Ahmed, the new president of the MSA for the 2004-05 school year, said she believes that the goals of her club should include providing services for Muslim students including lecture events, recreational activities and inter-religious activities with student groups.



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Opinion

All Thumbs

The Eagle gives: some cheers to students on the campaign trail, support for capitol steps, and zipcars serving campus; some jeers to the AU student teacher ratio, and south side fire alarms.



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Ali G brings high quality to low-brow

"Da Ali G Show" itself is one of the funniest on television, along with "The Daily Show With Jon Stewart" and "South Park." Cohen's creation of the character of Ali G is essentially the dumbest MTV VJ on the planet, interviewing important political and business figures under the guise of a legit news show for teens.


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Students welcomed, again

Student, faculty and administrative leaders officially welcomed students to the 2004-2005 school year at the Opening Convocation in the Woods-Brown Amphitheater on Friday morning. After a procession led by the City of Washington Pipe and Drum band, the platform speakers, including AU President Benjamin Ladner, Student Confederation President Polson Kanneth and University Scholar/Teacher of the Year Pat Aufderheide, addressed a large gathering of students and staff.


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Opinion

Movin' on up

AU is continuing to receive positive recognition, as seen in the recent ranking as the 86th best school in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. The improvement from 99th on last year's list was a pleasant surprise. This shows that President Ladner's efforts to make AU a top-tier school are producing positive results and that AU is heading in the right direction.


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Alive & Kicking: Warped Tour thrives

Despite the mass consumption of pop music and indie rock across America, it is the Vans Warped Tour - truly a punk rock festival - that is drawing the biggest crowds and surviving the test of time. Eagle columnist Emily Zemler explains why.


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Opinion

Letter from the Editor

Anne Godlasky, Editor in Chief of The Eagle: Hello, AU community, and welcome back to school. This is Intro to The Eagle 101. Because new and returning students have approached me with questions about The Eagle I am writing this in response to encourage full disclosure and connectedness between The Eagle and its readers.


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AU students, profs attend GOP convention

Two AU College Republicans who are in New York City for the Republican National Convention this week were encouraged by the upbeat atmosphere there, despite the appearance of anti-Republican protesters at one of their events.


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Summer tours slump in 2004

In 2004 the magic of the summer tour season seemed to depart quietly. This summer ticket sales have slumped deeply and across the board. Speculation is running high regarding the reasons for these slumps, with the responsibility of major losses hanging over the music industry's head.




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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