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Student Government president launches the Student Involvement Fund

By Lydia Calitri · Thursday, April 20, 2017

Student Government President Devontae Torriente announced the creation of the Student Involvement Fund on April 4 to allocate funds to support students’ involvement in campus organizations.

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Discover DC’s best dessert food trucks

By Cordilia James · Thursday, April 20, 2017

Ah, spring, the time of year that brings the end of Lent, which marks the time of year that brings an end to Lenten fasts and where people around the world celebrate Easter.

Preview: Forgotten Kingdoms

By Adena Maier · Thursday, April 20, 2017

Written by AU professor Randy Baker and directed by AU professor Cara Gabriel, the play “Forgotten Kingdoms” premieres on April 21 at the Rorschach Theatre on H Street.

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Concert Review: Red Hot Chili Peppers

By Dilpreet Raju | April 20

The Red Hot Chili Peppers paid a visit to a sold-out Verizon Center on April 12, putting on a show celebrating a majority of the band’s discography.

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SASA hosts annual Holi celebration on the quad

By Emaan Khan | April 20

Organization uses “festival of colors” to expose students to South Asian culture

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AU Dance Company brings fresh perspectives with spring concert

By Alix Mammina | April 19

Celebrating both a rich history and a new direction, the AU Dance Company will host its annual spring dance concert on April 21 and 22.

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Senate denies SG judicial board chair nomination

By Maria Carrasco and Lydia Calitri | April 19

SG Senate voted majority to reject Ballester

The class of 2021 acceptance rate is the second lowest in AU's history.

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AU accepts 29 percent of applicants for the class of 2021

By Deanna Mudry | April 19

2017 saw the second lowest acceptance rate in the University’s history

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Five D.C. bookstores you should check out this weekend

By Caroline Rinker | April 19

In a city that practically runs on high-speed info and quick access to news, a bookstore is the perfect place for a college student to escape from deadlines and due dates.

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Preview: National Park Week

By Elisabeth Holmes | April 18

The National Park Service and National Park Foundation are hosting National Park Week from April 15 to 23.

Music

Concert Preview: Heather Mae

By Griffin Rowell | April 18

Queer indie-pop artist and Northern Virginia native Heather Mae will perform at The Mansion on O Street on Sunday, April 23.

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SPA dean leaves behind legacy of success

By Emily Martin | April 17

SPA Dean Barbara Romzek raised SPA’s rankings and fostered a community among the faculty and students

Music

Album Review: Mastodon

By Michael Valenti | April 17

Mastodon’s seventh album “Emperor of Sand” continues the band’s trend of moving toward a more pop-centric, radio-metal sound that their fans have been avoiding.

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Free condom dispensers installed in three dorms

By Grace Bird | April 17

Male latex condoms available at four locations across campus in pilot program

Music

My music diary mixtape

By Zach Ewell | April 17

My parents keep telling me that college is the best time of your life. I don't know if that's true, however it's definitely a time when one grows the most.

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KPU will not host Wonk of the Year in spring semester

By Haley Samsel | April 17

The Kennedy Political Union will not host a Wonk of the Year speaker this semester due to scheduling difficulties with Bender Arena and the previously selected speaker, KPU director Valeria Ojeda-Avitia said on April 12. Ojeda-Avitia pointed to the lack of campus venues that can hold at least 500 people as a reason for the cancellation of the event, which she said was originally set for April 10.

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Five Hidden Gems of DC

By Jack Reilly | April 15

Every AU student knows about the big places in D.C. that everyone needs to go to like the National Mall, C & O Canal and Smithsonian Museums, but what about the places that only longtime residents know about?

Guest Columns

AU, start supplying contraception for your student body

By Steph Black | April 14

Sophomore Steph Black argues for supplying free contraception through the Student Health Center

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Life After Hours: April 14-16

By Emily Martin | April 14

Spring has sprung! If you don’t want to tan on the quad or hide in the library, venture off campus for yoga, fireworks, art, a festival or a dance party. Cherry BlossOM Yoga in the Courtyard Start your Saturday by stretching your body and soul at this free event.

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Your DIY guide to Easter brunch

By Anusheh Khan | April 14

Try some of these ideas for a unique at home brunch this weekend

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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