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TV Pick: Downton Abbey

By Mark Lieberman · Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013

America's latest Anglophile sensation is "Downton Abbey" on PBS.

AU lost 52-42 to Navy as the Eagles dropped their third straight game. Alexis Dobbs (seen here against Lehigh) led all Eagles in scoring with 12.

Second half comeback not enough as women’s basketball loses third straight game

By Josh Paunil · Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013

The women’s basketball fought back in the second half to erase a 13-point halftime deficit before Navy ended the game on an 11-1 run and won, 52-42.

Veterans key to victory on Senior Night as wrestling beats Bucknell

By Eric Saltzman · Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013

Feb. 21â€“23 and March 1â€“2 at 8 p.m. and Feb. 23 and March 2 at 2 p.m. The Studio Theatre in the Katzen Arts Center. Tickets: $15 regular admission, $10 AU community and seniors

News

AU Department of Performing Arts lets students take the lead for improvised 'Wecycling'

By Mark Lieberman | February 20

Innovative play incorporates everyday objects, music, poetr, monologues and movement.

News

SG offers wait-list for students who didn’t receive Founders’ Day tickets

By Kierstyn Schneck | February 20

Student Government sold the first 100 Founders' Day Ball tickets fast, so they sent out a wait-list, which has already accumulated 400 students.

Opinion

I had the extraordinary opportunity this past Sunday to participate in the largest climate change rally in American history. It was quite the experience, made all the better by seeing the climate “hippies” of the 1970s come out from all corners of the country – Iowa, Michigan, Maine, Massachusetts… And ...

Opinion

Letter to the Editor: Consider the kosher community

February 20

Now that AU Housing & Dining is reviewing its campus dining services plan, senior Oren Rabinowitz requests that they consider a kosher/halal meal plan.

News

Complaints about locker room cleanliness on the rise

By Emma Gatewood | February 20

Lifeguards and athletes have complained about the hygiene of both the public locker and swim team locker rooms, questioning the University on how it plans to address their concerns.

News

Increased rat presence attributed to construction

By Amber Cohen | February 20

Because of the recent construction on campus, students have spotted a growing number of rats. Facilities Management said they have it under control, preventing further infestation.

Students called on President Barack Obama to reject the pipelineâ€™s development.

News

AU students rally against Keystone XL Pipeline, global warming

By Devin Mitchell | February 20

AU students join the "Forward on Climate" rally on the National Mall to urge President Barack Obama to reject the Keystone XL Pipeline and combat climate change.

Opinion

Staff Editorial: Quit ignoring the danger on Ward Circle

February 20

After two students were hit by a car outside of Katzen Arts Center, students should learn to be more aware of Ward Circle street danger.

News

Ward Circle accidents raise concerns about area’s safety

By Steven Murphy | February 20

After a recent string of multiple car accidents, including a shuttle bus crash and a hit-and-run, the AU community has begun to raise awareness of danger at Ward Circle.

News

Student Worker Alliance maintains support for adjuncts during contract negotiations

By Devin Mitchell | February 20

“Roses are red, violets are blue. Give our adjuncts a rise, it’s the right thing to do.” The Student Worker Alliance protested on behalf of adjunct faculty working without contracts.

News

Spring SG elections might be put on hold

By Kierstyn Schneck | February 20

The spring elections may be delayed due to Student Government postponing the vote on the Board of Election's new spring election policies.

Opinion

Be above name calling

By Julia Greenwald | February 20

After Kendra Lee's recently published op-ed, "Mind what you're wearing, not what they're eating," sophomore Julia Greenwald encourages healthy conversation on complicated issues instead of reverting to name calling.

Sports

Men’s basketball turns season around, starts second half of Patriot League play with crucial win

By Gennaro Farone | February 20

Eighteen days ago the Eagles were 7-14 and 2-4 in league play. After a heartbreaking loss to Bucknell the Eagles have won three of their last four and improved their overall record, and more importantly their record in the Patriot League. With AU’s slight improvement, it now has the opportunity ...

Opinion

OP/ED: A new beginning for the Student Government Board of Elections

February 20

A story was recently told that went like this: A minister goes to the dictator after a national election and says, “I have excellent news, Mr. President! You won 98.6 percent of the vote in the election! Less than 2 percent of the people dissented! What more could you possibly want?” The dictator ...

News

Global eats, beats, fashion to arrive in Tavern for international showcase

By Annie Regan | February 20

The International Student and Scholar Services will host a showcase of global culture on Feb 22 in the Tavern.

Opinion

Letter to the Editor: PETA ignores the whole story on Ringling Bros.

February 20

As an AU law school grad, I was disappointed to see that The Eagle chose to print an op-ed from a senior vice president of PETA without balancing Mr. Mathews’ unfounded allegations or fact-checking his statements. I know from firsthand experience how much hard work goes into the care of all the animals ...

News

Rachel Maddow to speak in Bender April 21

By Suzanne Gaber | February 20

MSNBC host Rachel Maddow will speak in Bender Arena April 21 at 3 p.m. at a Kennedy Political Union event.

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.

Solutions by The State News