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$Clinton accepted the \"Wonk of the Year\" award from AU President Neil Kerwin and KPU Director Alex Kreger.$

Clinton discusses shared humanity

By Zoe Crain · Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012

President Bill Clinton spoke about scientific developments, inequality and shared humanity at Bender Arena Jan. 27.

Eagle Rants Jan. 27

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012

Your post-Clinton speech Rants!

SG Senate to consider impeaching Judicial Board Chair

By Heather Mongilio · Friday, Jan. 27, 2012

The Undergraduate Senate will hold impeachment proceedings against Chair of the Judicial Board Anthony Dunham Sunday, Jan. 29. A group of senators have charged Dunham with receiving pay without completing his duties.

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Eagle Rants Jan. 26

January 26

Your Jan. 26 Eagle Rants!

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Eagle Rants Jan. 25

January 25

Your Jan. 25 Rants!

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Zoning Commission delays decision on Campus Plan

By Paige Jones | January 24

The D.C. Zoning Commission will next meet Feb. 16 to discuss the AU Campus Plan.

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Jan. 24 Eagle Rants

January 24

Your Tuesday Rants!

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January 24, 2012

January 24

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In new book, professor explores "Nixon's Darkest Secrets"

By Ryan Migeed | January 24

Professor's new book looks to expose Nixon as the "crookedest president."

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Task force reviews AU alcohol policy

By Patrick Burnett | January 24

Recommendations about AU's alcohol policies will be made this Spring.

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University implements paperless payment system

By Samantha Hogan | January 24

AU will no longer be handing out paper checks to its employees as part of an effort to be more environmentally friendly.

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SIS ranks in top 10 for undergrad, masters programs

By Marie Zoglo | January 24

Foreign Policy magazine gave high marks to AU's School of International Service.

Opinion

2011's Word of the Year: Cloud

By Francesca Morizio | January 24

This year, cloud took the world by storm, referring to climate change and technology developments.

Charles Hinkle contributed eight points and seven rebounds in AUâ€™s 67-55 victory over Army Jan. 21 at Bender Arena. With the win, the Eagles remained in second in the Patriot League at 4-1.

Sports

AU men's basketball improves to 9-0 at home

By Michael Gardner | January 24

The Eagles defeated the Army Black Knights on Phil Bender Day to maintain their unbeaten record at home.

CAS freshman Sarah Kapilow is a singer-songwriter.

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Freshman musician working on solo album

By Christine Ly | January 24

CAS student Sarah Kapilow is an aspiring pop-rock artist.

This year marks the Year of the Dragon, according to the lunar calendar. In the Chinese zodiac, the Dragon is the mightiest of all signs. Celebrate the new year in Chinatown, with a variety of different activities throughout the week, ranging from lion and dragon-filled parades to live music and traditional Chinese calligraphy.

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Ringing in the Year of the Dragon with parades, dances in Chinatown

By Chelsea Clays | January 24

Jan. 23 officially rang in the lunar calendar’s Year of the Dragon, but the festivities go into full swing this Sunday in the heart of D.C.’s Chinatown. The Eagle gives you a full guide to the downtown celebration from what to do, where to go and what to eat! Don’t forget to wear red (a color ...

Leah Breen took home the title in the 50-yard freestyle event to become one of AUâ€™s top swimmers at a quad-meet against Army, Old Dominion and George Mason Jan. 21.

Sports

Ballance shines at swim quad-meet

By Eric Saltzman | January 24

Bobby Ballance added a silver lining to an 0-6 team showing with two wins.

Opinion

Staff Editorial: Gender-neutral housing is a welcome option

January 24

The Eagle applauds the SG and RHA for their successful campaign.

In the nightâ€™s lone match between ranked opponents, No. 13 Darrius Little edged No. 12 Matt Mariacher 5-4. Mariacher and the Eagles will hit the mat Feb. 3 at Binghamton.

Sports

No. 9 AU wrestling drops second straight dual meet

By Tyler Tomea | January 24

The Eagles lost two matches in a row to Hofstra and North Carolina State.

Shuttle drivers typically receive one 30-minute break during their 8.5-hour shifts. Other AU maintenance staffers receive two additional 15-minute breaks during shifts of the same length.

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Students advocate for shuttle drivers' workplace rights

By Nicole Glass | January 24

Student Worker Alliance is fighting on behalf of AU's shuttle drivers for more breaks, contract equality.

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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