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Interview: 'Garden' creator connects to viewers

By Emily Zemler · Monday, July 12, 2004

Zach Braff, the star of the NBC comedy "Scrubs" and now the writer, director and actor of the film "Garden State," shares his experiences making the movie and describes how feeling lost helped him find his way in screenwriting.

Freshman Service Experience's first student-directed year succeeds

By Stokely Baksh · Monday, July 12, 2004

With less than a week before classes begin, 545 AU freshmen have completed more than 14,000 hours of community service around the District by volunteering in landscaping, maintenance, and working with children and the elderly as part of AU's annual Freshman Service Experience, according to FSE leaders.

Punk rockers Face to Face make final D.C. stop

By Jorge Del Pinal · Monday, July 12, 2004

20, 2004 Earlier this year, southern California punk veterans Face to Face announced their retirement. But before it was to become official, the band wanted to do one more cross-country trek. Their final tour stopped at the 9:30 club Aug. 17.

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A week without sales tax

By Anne Godlasky | July 12

There will be no sales tax on clothing, shoes, accessories and school supplies in D.C. stores from Aug. 7 to Aug. 15, the D.C. Council announced in late July.

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The best of Bethesda

By Blair Payne | July 12

While D.C. offers a wide variety of shopping, dining and social life, other areas nearby are worth a visit. Bethesda, located on the Metro's Red Line, is an upscale town that boasts an impressive milieu of restaurants.

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AU collegiate dictionary

By Blair Payne | July 12

Each college has its own set of slang words. Whether the words make fun of buildings on campus or are simply abbreviated versions of names, they're used by all. It's easy to pick AU slang, but here's a helpful guide.

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Homeland Security stays across street

By Phil Turner | July 12

The Department of Homeland Security will now permanently reside across the street from AU at the Nebraska Avenue Naval Security Complex after the passage of a House bill, which squelches the fears of D.C. Congresswoman Eleanor Homes Norton (D-D.C.) that the department would move outside the city, taking thousands of federal jobs with it.

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Music Notes - Aug. 6

July 12

Read reviews of the latest releases from Matt Pond PA, Rogue Wave and The Presidents of the United States of America, three bands that will play in D.C. before the end of August.

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Polyphonic Spree robes up for D.C. show

By Daniel Longino | July 12

Polyphonic Spree, a band with more than 20 members that don robes before going on stage, will play at the 9:30 club Monday, Aug. 16. They are touring in support of their second album, which has more depth than their first release, the Spree's trombonist said in an interview.

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Music Notes - July 30

July 12

Reviews of the latest CD releases from Lloyd Banks, Midtown, Black Dice and "Spider-Man 2."

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Health Center director soon to arrive

By Rebecca Bellville | July 12

New Student Health Center Director Daniel Bruey, who currently directs Temple University's Student Health Services, will begin work at AU Aug. 30, with no current plans of changing the center, he said.

Opinion

Convention reaction - 'Give me something concrete'

By Mike Inganamort | July 12

President of the AU College Republicans responds to the Democratic National Convention, saying, 'For four straight days I've heard about every program they oppose and every broad ideal they support.'

Sports

Rugby faces tough competition this summer

July 12

This summer the AU men's rugby club team has made some painful strides in trying to improve their program by competing in multiple matches during the off season. In late June the Eagles competed to a one-and-three record at the Potomac Athletic Club 7s Rugby Tournament.

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Interns sponsor powwow

By Ryan Grannan-Doll | July 12

Interns, Native Americans and onlookers gathered on the Quad Saturday afternoon, July 10 for the Washington Internships for Native Students POWWOW.

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AU eye on the Olympics - potential and former Olympians reflect

July 12

People watch the Olympics with varied interest. To some, the games inspire national pride, to others they offer entertainment. Yet of all the television viewers around the world, few connect to the athletes like the competitors of past Olympic Games and trials. Here, AU athletes and coaches relay their Olympic experiences.

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Film Clips

July 12

Read reviews of "King Arthur," "Spider-Man 2," "Before Sunset," and "White Chicks."

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Burning Bush at high temperature

July 12

"Fahrenheit 9/11" has earned significant critical acclaim and, to top it off, equal public interest since its debut. Like him or hate him, Michael Moore has a giant stick embedded in the American consciousness, and he is stirring.

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Students celebrate Independence Day, despite weather's tyranny

July 12

Despite rainy conditions, AU students managed to celebrate Independence Day in a number of ways.

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Transformer Breaks Leaving Letts Residents Powerless

By Khai Ha | July 12

Power for Letts Hall began to fail Sunday night prompting technicians to completely turn off the electricity early Monday morning at 2:00 a.m. to assess the situation. Technicians concluded that the power transformer had worn out due to old age. It is expected to take a week for a new transformer to arrive and be replaced.

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Introducing 'Icebreaker'

By Mishri Someshwar | June 21

Two seniors created AU Icebreaker, a Web site that kicked off the first week in June, so that others could get to know each other through an online forum.

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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