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Ethnocentricity a barrier in learning history abroad

CAIRO, EGYPT — My international relations professor is a smart man. He is head of Cairo University’s Faculty of Political Science and a member of Egypt’s senate. He’s spoken at lots of conferences with very prestigious-sounding titles. He is well-steeped in almost every aspect of Middle Eastern ...

Smithsonian's 'Human Origins' delves into past of species

We’re going to let you in on a little secret. Prepare to be shocked. You actually might want to sit down (if you aren’t already) before you read this. Just remember, we warned you. There are other things to do in the spring in Washington, D.C. besides going to the National Cherry Blossom Festival. ...

SOC funds update facilities; no progress on new building yet

While work on the new School of Communication building has yet to begin, many current SOC facilities have been upgraded, including the addition of a high-definition TV studio.

New building in Tenley finished by Friday, no tenant

The unfinished building on the corner of Albemarle and Wisconsin avenues is expected to be completed this Friday, but there is no tenant for it yet, according to George Pedas, vice president of Circle Management, the company that owns the space.

SIS honors society Sigma Iota Rho makes comeback

The Alpha Chapter of Sigma Iota Rho, an international relations honor society founded at AU, is working to make a comeback on campus since its re-establishment nearly two years ago.

Pi Kap hopes to pack Bender for wounded veteran basketball

AU fraternity Pi Kappa Phi anticipates several hundred people will attend its Armed Forces Wheelchair Basketball Game this Thursday, according to Inter-fraternity Council Public Relations Chair and Pi Kap brother Adam Tager.

Public Safety requests tips on string of dorm thefts

At least four dorm room thefts of televisions, laptops and iPods occurred in one day in Anderson and Letts Halls.

Is that your bag? Better keep it close. Metro crime on the rise

Lauren Hickey was on her way to babysit in Chevy Chase when she left her wallet and keys on an N4 bus. The freshman in the School of Public Affairs called the Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority warehouse several times before they were able to locate her lost items.

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Students urge AU to utilize small banks

Several AU students formed a Community Investment Campaign this semester and are currently developing a proposal to encourage the administration to transfer 5 percent of the endowment’s cash assets into community banks and credit unions, according to the campaign’s organizer Mary Schellentrager.

Letter to the editor

I don’t drink. I don’t attend parties. I have found the whole college social scene and the culture surrounding it to be irritating and tedious.

AU lacrosse beats undefeated Lehigh, 17-16

The AU women’s lacrosse team beat the Lehigh University Mountain Hawks 17-16 on Saturday. The Hawks had not lost a game this season before the match. This surprise win could mean an exciting season for Eagles lacrosse, especially in light of the mere three wins the team earned last season.

Start of season marks new era for Major League Soccer

The end of March not only marks the start of the Major League Baseball season, but also the start of Major League Soccer.

Capitals' John Carlson has potential to be top D-man

Rookie defenseman John Carlson finally found the back of the net Thursday night against the Carolina Hurricanes, but Washington Capitals fans shouldn’t be surprised if he continues to light the goal lamp. Carlson was the team’s top prospect heading into the season, but it seemed as if he was several years away from making it to the NHL. He progressed quickly during development camp and was called up by the team in November. While it was only a three-game stint, he showed he could keep up with the speed of the game.

Collin Eutis takes first in 3000-meter run at Maryland Invitational

The AU men’s track team finished in sixth place at the 2010 Maryland Invitational on Saturday, while the women’s team came in 12th. Zach Wright recorded seven points in the high jump to tie UMBC’s Victor Gilreath for second place in that competition. The Eagles earned 30 points with a strong ...

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