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A semester draws to a close in Paris

Before I left for my semester abroad, I assumed that my academic life in Paris would not be nearly as rigorous as its American counterpart. I was not completely wrong, but I did fail to figure in one crucial variable: whatever the work was, it would have to be done in Paris.

Turkey Handprint Coloring Contest winner announced

The Eagle is proud to announce that Noel Klingler is the winner of our first ever Turkey Handprint Coloring Contest.

Satire: Martians angry over ‘universal’ health care

OLYMPUS MONS, MARS — Martian leaders are outraged over the use of the term “universal” in the U.S. health care debate. The reason being, Martians are not covered under any of the proposed health care legislation.

Satire: Santa Claus coming to Wasilla this Christmas

WASILLA, ALASKA — The mythical man of Christmas spirit and gifts will be making a special pit stop in Wasilla, Alaska this Christmas.

Satire: Bon Appétit staffer confuses mustard gas for mustard sauce

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week a new TDR chef made the grave error of mistaking the World War I weapon of choice for one of America’s favorite condiments.

Michelle Kirk leaves women's basketball team

Senior Michelle Kirk has left the women’s basketball team “for personal reasons," according to a press release from the AU Athletics Department. Kirk’s name has been removed from the roster on the AU Athletics website. In the release, Director of Athletics and Recreation Keith Gill said, “The University supports Michelle’s decision and we wish her the best as she continues her studies at AU.”

The Eagle's guide to Hanukkah

The Eagle wishes everyone a Happy Hanukkah. Check out our Dec. 7 issue for more holiday-related stories.

GOP 'Young Guns' preview 112th Congress at AU town hall

Incoming House Majority Leader Rep. Eric Cantor, R-Va., said he wants to cut taxes to create more jobs for graduating college students at a Kennedy Political Union event Monday night.

Potential Marcum suspect Deandrew Hamlin transported from D.C. to Maryland

Hamlin had been held in D.C. since Oct. 25.

Nov. 23, 2010

Staff Editorial: Don’t punish students over DADT

Imagine that you joined a student group. A club, an organization, whatever you want to call it — you wrote your name down on the sign-up sheet at the club fair and want to get involved. However, every time there is a meeting or an event, you have to trek across the city to attend. Sounds unfair, right?

Seventh ‘Potter’ film displays growth of franchise

The first half of the last 'Harry Potter' film was dark, emotional and surprisingly satisfying for long-time fans and casual moviegoers alike.

AU to provide more resources to ROTC cadets

AU ROTC will be allowed to use certain campus facilities next semester after simultaneous efforts by the AU administration and Student Government to loosen restrictions on the military program. ROTC cadets will be able to use fitness facilities here and AU will offer military science classes, if space is available.

CERF low on funds, asks for $10 fee

A one-time $10 fee may be added onto tuition to help the Clean Energy Revolving Fund raise its goal of $100,000.

National Gallery fountain freezes for festive District skating season

It’s that time of year again. The sundresses are packed away and the bulky jackets are pulled out of closets as the changing red and yellow leaves excuse the darkening skies. And yet, the air is crisp enough for the fountain at the center of the National Gallery of Art’s Sculpture Garden to literally turn to ice.

Real men aren’t afraid to stick up for women

I remember when I first transitioned to a vegetarian diet. As a fledgling convert, I quickly became a zealot, talking to/over anyone who’d listen about my change. I couldn’t suppress my excitement, and although I regret the overbearing tactic now, I did sway a timid supporter.

AU area considered ‘high crime’

Sectors around AU have been designated as high crime areas, according to a report released earlier this month.