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Spring trends blossom at Georgetown show

By Annie Regan · Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013

The D.C. chapter of Fashion Group International held a preview of this spring's fashion trends.

Three student leaders navigate identity at AU

By Derek Siegel · Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013

Identities are full of tension and are difficult to define precisely. At times, they are labels thrust onto us by others, yet they are also sources of pride.

(from left) Larry Diamond, Robert Patino, Esraa Abdel Fattah and Ben Moses speak on a panel about â€œA Whisper to a Roar.â€

Documentary highlights global push for democracy

By David Kahen-Kashi · Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013

The film "A Whisper to a Roar" chronicles the various points of conflict when democracy movements begin to arise in developing countries.

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Katzen sculpture exhibit recalls life in the USSR

By Dan Affsprung | January 30

The sculpture project "H-Hour" by Grisha Brushkin will be on display in Katzen though March 17.

Sports

Women’s basketball is tied for first after taking down undefeated Army

By Josh Paunil | January 30

After their first regular season Patriot League loss in nearly two years, the women’s basketball team responded by beating an undefeated Army squad to create a four-way tie for first place.

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Staying healthy during flu season

January 30

Tips on how to avoid the flu

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Beloved TDR employee remembered by AU community

By Chloe Johnson | January 30

AU students mourn and reflect on Shirley Epps, a devoted TDR employee for 48 years.

Stephen Lumpkins makes a shot against Bucknell Jan. 30. The Eagles fell to the Bison 56-55 on a buzzer beater.

Sports

Season long struggles continue for Eagles against Army

By Gennaro Farone | January 30

The Eagles continue to struggle with turnovers and second half play as the Eagles fall to Army, dropping their conference record to below .500

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Library to host academic support programs

By Rachel Weiss | January 30

AU's library will soon be under renovation to enhance student academic support.

Opinion

Letter to the Editor: AU should divest from fossil fuels

January 30

Fossil Free AU has begun a campaign in response to the threat that the burning of fossil fuels poses to current and future AU community members along with people around the world.

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Hemp use is the focus of new AU club

By Jared Angle | January 30

A new campus organization called the Student Hemp and Cannabis Coalition will promote hemp as an alternative sustainable resource for both AU and the United States, despite federal laws against growing cannabis plants.

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D.C. takes on extensive Metro construction

By Lindsay Sandoval | January 30

WMATA unveiled its new plan, “Momentum,” outlining major track renovations and rail expansions into Maryland and Virginia.

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Jake Assael

January 30

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Dan Affsprung

January 30

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Campus plan construction on schedule despite weather

By Steven Murphy | January 30

An update on campus construction: SOC building, Cassell and Nebraska Halls

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Mark Lieberman

January 30

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Ellie Goulding lights up Fillmore Silver Spring

By Bowen Tibbetts | January 30

The "Halcyon" singer showed off her range of talents with a diverse set on Jan. 20.

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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Spring trends blossom at Georgetown show

Three student leaders navigate identity at AU

Documentary highlights global push for democracy

Katzen sculpture exhibit recalls life in the USSR

Women’s basketball is tied for first after taking down undefeated Army

Alex Chavers

Staying healthy during flu season

Chloe Johnson

Beloved TDR employee remembered by AU community

Season long struggles continue for Eagles against Army

Rachael Weiss

Library to host academic support programs

Letter to the Editor: AU should divest from fossil fuels

Hemp use is the focus of new AU club

D.C. takes on extensive Metro construction

Jake Assael

Dan Affsprung

Campus plan construction on schedule despite weather

Mark Lieberman

Ellie Goulding lights up Fillmore Silver Spring