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SG advocates smartphone app, ROTC priority registration

By Heather Mongilio · Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Updates on last-minute SG business before the semester ends.

AU strides to decrease carbon footprint by 2020

By Samantha Hogan · Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Reduction of paper consumption in classes, administration and the library will make a big impact.

D.C. approves WCL move to Tenley campus

By Katie Fiegenbaum · Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Aims to address an expanding student population and current lack of public transportation.

Opinion

Staff editorial: The SG year in review

May 1

SG President, Vice-President and Comptroller overall did well, but the Senate and other bodies should have done better.

News

Student Governement Senate shifts legislation focus to student advocacy

By Heather Mongilio | May 1

“We are changing and there is credible evidence that showcases this shift,” -Senator At-Large Joe Wisniewski

News

AU lobbied Congress for Spring Valley cleanup

By Alex Greco | May 1

Spending on a lobbying firm saved money and time for AU's cleanup project over the long run.

News

New tool on AU portal to help students view finances

By Samantha Hogan | May 1

The Student Snapshot of the AU Portal will begin showing more financial information in June.

News

Adjunct union begins negotiations with AU

By Paige Jones | May 1

Contract negatiations between AU and the union representing ajunct faculty members began on April 16.

News

Obama advocated for lower interest rates on student loans

By Nicole Glass | May 1

Political battle between Obama, House Republicans intensifies with interest on student loans set to double on July 1.

News

Group calls for student advocacy

By Rebecca Zisser | May 1

The Coalition of American University Students hopes to give students the opportunity to advocate for themselves to the University, without Student Government.

News

AU works to stop fraudulent employment emails

By Jessica Marsala | May 1

The AU Career Center and Office of Information and Technology are working together to combat fraudulent emails like those sent last week.

News

SG president's $10,000 stipend remains unchanged

By Heather Mongilio | May 1

Despite an increase in the overall payroll, the Student Government presidential stipend will not change for the next academic year.

Opinion

Don’t Touch Me: The merits of proper hand hygiene

May 1

Finals week is the LAST time you want to become the leaky home for a cold or flu virus. Remember to wash your hands.

Opinion

Cartoon: Between You and Me

May 1

The Eagle's new political cartoon series.

News

D.C. Chillin': (Free) D.C. Summer Fun

By Chelsea Clays | May 1

A guide for fabulously free things to do in D.C. after punching your card at your summer internship.

News

Four TKE brothers leave fraternity after alleged hazing

By Katie Fiegenbaum | May 1

Four members of Tau Kappa Epsilon have formally disaffiliated from the fraternity since last semester.

News

The Styleliner fashion truck to bring chic finds to D.C. this summer

By Jessica Liu | May 1

Globe-trotting clothing-store-on-wheels to bring exotic, undiscovered designer clothing to DC.

News

McDonald's space to remain empty for another year

By Patrick Burnett | May 1

The former McDonald's location will remain empty until spring 2013 at the earliest.

Sports

Thanks to those who helped me get here

By Ben Lasky | May 1

The Eagle's Ben Lasky says goodbye as he gets ready to graduate.

Take Back the Night
American University
April 2012

News

Statistics from local universities do not reflect larger picture of on-campus sexual assault

By Lindsey Anderson | May 1

Taking a closer look at the epidemic of sexual assault on America's college campuses.

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