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By Stefanie Dazio | April 21

Before fall classes begin in the new School of International Service building, it will host the SIS seniors in a graduation reception May 5, according to Joe Clapper, assistant dean for Facilities and Administration.

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Police Blotter

April 21

Actions on campus as reported by the Department of Public Safety.

The Backup Plan
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New Jennifer Lopez romantic comedy needs ‘back-up plan’

By Melissa Chavez | April 21

Think of Jennifer Lopez’s newest film “The Back-Up Plan” as a mash-up of “Baby Mama” and “Knocked Up,” but not nearly as funny. While it is better than some of the more recent romantic comedies, the two main characters are hardly intriguing enough to keep the plot afloat. It is only the underused supporting cast and outlandish situations the couple face that help carry the film.

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Top 10 ways to be entertained for summer without going outside

By Michael W. Richardson | April 21

Even though the weather gods that control D.C. have seemingly gone off their medications temporarily, it’s likely they’ll calm down soon and usher in that oppressive heat and distracting sunlight that outdoorsy people call “summer.” (EDITOR’S NOTE: This climate theory has yet to go up to peer review.) And though we don’t have to worry about ash clouds or earthquakes, sometimes enjoying the outside world can be boring. Here are our picks for entertainment that do a great job of explaining what summer is like, just short of stepping out your front door.

MANCHESTER, TN - JUNE 14: Snoop Dogg performs on stage during Bonnaroo 2009 on June 14, 2009 in Manchester, Tennessee. (Photo by C. Taylor Crothers/FilmMagic) *** Local Caption *** Snoop Dogg
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Southern hospitality opens arms to Bonnaroo bands

April 21

If you’re a student in D.C., then it’s likely you weren’t able to drag yourself all the way to California for the epic music festival that is Coachella. But never fear, with summer 2010 rolling around there’s a music festival of equal legendary status coming up, and it’s only a bus ride away — yes, that’s right, Bonnaroo.

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Three directors prove cinema still has a future

By Donny T Sheldon | April 21

I’ve been ranting, raving, reviewing and, as of recent, trashing “Avatar” for four years now, but my time has finally come to an end with The Eagle. Before I bid this fine publication farewell and we enter the second decade of the 21st century, I want to take a look back at the past 10 years and spotlight a few directors I think you should all trust in the future.

VIDEO KILLED THE RADIO STAR — Despite the decrease of music videos in rotation on television, musicians like Vampire Weekend, Lady Gaga and OK Go have taken the initiative to put their elaborate and inventive videos on the Internet.
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Vampire Weekend, Lady Gaga reinvent music videos for Internet

By Maggie Hollander | April 21

Some might say that earlier this year — when MTV officially took the word “music” out of their logo — is the day the music video died. Although Web sites such as YouTube allow fans to watch a music video as many times as they want, music videos no longer define an artist. In fact, they seem to have very little impact on our lives compared to a decade ago when Britney Spears was doing full-fledged routines rather than just sitting there, naked.

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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