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Sports Resolutions, Countdown

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2004

The Eagle sports desk itemizes its top ten resolutions for this great Olympic and election year.

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AU alum found dead on Mass. Ave.

By Rebecca Bellville | January 15

A former AU student who is remembered as a musically talented social butterfly was found dead in his Embassy Row apartment during study days last month. Tymon Birchett, 29, widely known as "Tymex," was found dead inside a duffel bag Wednesday.

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Campus Briefs

January 15

Brief news from around campus concerning the Student Confederation and the Eagle Endowment.

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Breaking News: Student dies in car accident

By Mackenzie Ryan , Dan Zak and Keith Shovlin | January 15

AU student Andrew Burr was killed in a car accident Sunday night at the intersection of Wisconsin Avenue and Edmunds Street, near the Naval Observatory. The Washington Post reported that a Subaru Outback, driven by Shelly Wentworth, 22, of 26th Street NW, ran into the back of a Buick Riviera carrying Burr, 20, and four other people - all of which are AU students. Burr and Kyle Bastanchury, 24, were taken to George Washington University Hospital while the other passengers were transported to Georgetown University Hospital. Bastanchury is in serious, but stable, condition, MPD told the Post. Ahmed Nzibo, 21, the son of the Kenyan Ambassador, was in the vehicle but had only minor injuries, the D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services said to the Post. Wentworth has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and driving while intoxicated by D.C. Superior Court after having a blood alcohol level of .13, .05 above the legal limit. She was released on bond Monday afternoon but faces trial Feb. 6, according to WUSA 9 News. She is a recent graduate of Georgetown University and works at Clyde's in Georgetown, WUSA reported. Burr was an international student from England, according to Julie Weber, executive director of Housing and Dining Programs.

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Water troubles hit campus below belt

By Rebecca Bellville and Kate Oczypok | January 15

AU experienced campus-wide water pressure problems Monday and Tuesday because of a leaky valve. Johnnie Hemphill, spokesman for the Washington Water and Sewer Authority, said the Authority was conducting a test on a valve near Fort Reno in Tenleytown. This testing took place Monday night, according to Julie Weber, executive director of Housing and Dining Programs.

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Remembering the dream

January 15

Events on campus and around D.C. in January to honorMartin Luther King Jr. in particular

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Best music of 2003

December 8

The Eagle's music writers choose their favorite albums of the year - the albums they expect to inspire listeners and revolutionize the music biz. Check out their extra five picks on the special online edition.

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'Return of the King' completes LOTR

By Daniel Longino | December 8

As the semester winds down, many are frantically trying to salvage grades, while others are looking forward to returning home for the holidays. However, there is another event that has captured the imagination and interest of many at AU - the final chapter in what may be one of the biggest events in film history: the release of "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King." Check back for The Eagle's review of the film before it's released Dec. 17.

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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