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AU 'leid' on Labor Day

By Kate Oczypok · Thursday, Sept. 4, 2003

Students celebrated Labor Day by using their meal plans to partake in an Hawaiian Beach Party sponsored by the Student Confederation, AU's student body government, and Bon Appetit on Monday.

Eagle Nights sumo-sized for new year

By Rebecca Shillenn · Thursday, Sept. 4, 2003

The weekly phenomenon known as Eagle Nights resumed yesterday in the Tavern with a fun-filled schedule of themed events planned, according to Eagle Nights Director Kyle Taylor.Ã¿Eagle Nights will still retain its wacky flair, said Taylor, who took over for recent graduate Joshua "Shwa" Losben.

Blaster virus infects

By Lisa Pickoff-White · Thursday, Sept. 4, 2003

On the first day, the computer help desk at AU received hundreds of calls about the Blaster virus, according to the Help Desk Manager Sean Stockburger. The virus was released on Aug. 11. On Aug. 18, students began moving back on campus and began flooding the phones again.

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Admissions raises the bar

By Kim Peterson | September 4

AU's Class of 2007 is smaller, smarter and more diverse than last year's freshman class, according to Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions Anna Seltz.

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Police Blotter

By Joseph Popiolkowski | September 4

Items from the campus public safety crime log for Aug. 30 - Sept. 3.

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Big Brother is watching

By Jeff Chalmers | September 4

War is peace.Ã¿Freedom is slavery.Ã¿Ignorance is strength. These slogans are familiar to all who have analyzed George Orwell's "1984." From Orwell's novel has sprung Christopher Gallu's three-act play adaptation, which was presented by the Catalyst Theater Company during the New Play Network's Page to Stage Festival held at the Kennedy Center Aug. 31 and Sept. 1.

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Students seek tech help

By Dena Gudaitis | September 4

It's 12:45 p.m. on the main floor of the Mary Graydon Center and a swarm of students scramble in every direction to make their next class or munch on the last bite of a bagel. One might not notice Terry Fernandez, director of customer services and support, sitting patiently at the e-operations help table.

Sports

Women's Soccer soars after delay

September 4

There were several factors that made Friday afternoon not exactly an ideal day for playing soccer. After waiting out a 45-minute rain delay, the Lady Eagles took to a flawed field to open their season with a 1-0 win over Mount St. Mary's in Emmitsburg, Md.

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CD Review: Arch Enemy

By Fred Netzband | September 4

A review of Arch Enemy's latest release, "Anthems of Rebellion" from Century Media.

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Field Hockey takes no prisoners in win

By Courtney Bennett | September 4

The Women's Field Hockey team dominated the Longwood Lancers, earning a victory for their first game of the season, defeating the Lancers, 4-0. Last Sunday's game at Georgetown showcased sophomore Shannon Goans with one goal and one assist.

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Dashboard to play AU

By Rich Golaszewski | September 4

Classes have started and the opening festivities here at AU are almost exhausted, but perhaps the biggest event is yet to come. This Sunday, Sept. 7, Dashboard Confessional will perform in Bender Arena supported by a great line up consisting of Vendetta Red, Brand New, and MXPX.

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Not Quite Wrong: Sept. 4, 2003

By Ross Nover | September 4

Not Quite Wrong by Ross Nover

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Art celebrates human form

By Pam Martin | September 4

"Prints from the Collection of Luciano & Angela P. Penay," on view in AU's Watkins Gallery through Sept. 27, exhibits both a myriad of styles and a singular passion for the form of the human body, represented both realistically and surreally.

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Weekend shows to please D.C.

By Costa Caloudas | September 4

A look at the concerts hitting the D.C. area from Sept. 4 through 7.

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Fall fashions invade AU

By Dwaun Sellers | September 4

Back to school shopping can be just as important-or unimportant-as college itself. The first day (or week, depending on your personal needs and wants) of school shapes the first impressions you leave on both professors and classmates, and for many it is found through the power of spending.

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Students manage, mingle at Davenport

By Anne Godlasky | September 4

As one of three supervisors at Davenport, a coffee and study lounge in the School of International Service building, sophomore Michelle Norris works 10 to 15 hours each week stocking shelves with gourmet coffees, doling out biscotti from a big glass jar, and whipping up cappuccinos.

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Campus News Briefs

By Joseph Popiolkowski | September 4

Campus News Briefs on a new student-run Web site and an upcoming appearance on campus.

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A water-free way to pee

By Matt Mawhinney | September 4

In the men's rooms of the Ward Circle Building and Mary Graydon Center, the skeletal remains of once-flowing water pipes suggest the need for an "out of order" sign. Curious students approach these water-free urinals with skepticism.

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Honors calls for Cowles

By Jenn List | September 4

Cardboard boxes, cat decorations and colorful children's artwork greet visitors to the office of Maria Green Cowles, the new associate director of the University Honors Program. Cowles replaces John Shosky in the position.

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SIS: More students than seats

By Brittany Farrah | September 4

Graduate students in the School of International Service are being forced to sit a little closer in class this year to create enough room for the increase of graduate students accepted to the school. Approximately 410 students were accepted to the SIS gradate program, a dramatic increase from a few years ago.

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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