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Men sink Hoyas in splash down

In a close battle, men’s swimming and diving edged out the Georgetown Hoyas 120.5-118.5, while the women’s team fell 83-159.

SOC students get schooled at NBC

As a result of a partnership between the School of Communication and NBC, six AU students are participating in a one-credit course as part of the NBC4 Washington Broadcast Media Semester.

Simplified FAFSA cuts questions

Filling out the infamous Free Application for Federal Student Aid became a little easier this year, thanks to the U.S. Department of Education.

Ask AU: What do you think about greek life on campus?

The Eagle's Sarah Parnass asked students their opinions about greek life at AU.

Panel at WCL reviews Obama’s first year

A year after President Barack Obama’s inauguration, he is struggling to cope with populist backlash and vigorous Republican opposition, according to panelists at a recent discussion at AU.

D.C. health department offers swine flu vaccine at Wizards game

Basketball fans will be able to receive swine flu immunizations while watching the Washington Wizards game Tuesday.

Eagle rants

TODAY'S TRENDING TOPICS: Pro-tips, or (protips), tampons and other toilet troubles. TODAY'S TOP RANT: To the inconsiderate asshole who keeps covering the toilet with paper towels and then leaving them to clog the toilet: Okay you're a germaphobe, I get it. However, if you want your stall to be so clean please be considerate enough to take your dozen paper towels and throw them out when your done. I know I don't want to touch your ass sweaty paper towels and neither does anyone else. So clean it up. Thanks.

‘Rock’ shows soft side in ‘The Tooth Fairy’

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson makes his latest Hollywood appearance as a rather macho mythical creature in “The Tooth Fairy.” Despite its lack of Oscar appeal, the movie brings some witty moments that make the viewing experience more worthwhile. Scene writer Hilary Leister gives it a C+.

‘Scientists’ discover formula for success

If you think nerd rock only applies to bands like Weezer, you may want to redirect your attention to New York-based band We Are Scientists.

Fans adore ‘adventures’ with Brooklyn indie duo Savoir Adore

Anyone who thinks they couldn’t possibly hear another straight-out-of-Brooklyn indie band should think again. While many new artists and bands rely on a rotation of musical gimmicks or trademarks to establish themselves, boy/girl duo Savoir Adore win over fans by giving them the best of everything.

Bethesda opens to frugal diners

After spending a month or so away from school and re-acclimating ourselves with home cooking, we blissfully forget the long lines and lack of diversity at TDR. Yet we are now two weeks into the new semester and once again back to campus food reality. Even if your excitement for yet another trip to Chipotle ...

Ansari loses ‘intimacy’ with retreaded material

Aziz Ansari "Intimate Moments for a Sensual Evening" (Comedy Central Records) GRADE: B Sounds like: an overly-caffeinated pop culture snark-fest. Aziz Ansari has seen his stock rise dramatically in the comedy world over the last few years. After starting as an intern at the Onion, his sketch comedy ...

Providence won’t sell out for success

Up-and-coming band This Providence had a good year in 2009. They released their third full-length album, “Who Are You Now,” and their single, “Letdown,” got decent radio play and significant notice from MTV, as did “Keeping On Without You.” They even got to play at Seattle radio station ...

‘Format’ singer brings ‘fun.’ to District venues

With a name that makes automatic spelling and grammar fixes an unwelcome burden, fun. are simply as their name describes: fun, period. The band formed just a couple years ago when frontman Nate Ruess’s band, The Format, broke up. He joined forces with Jack Antonoff (formally of Steel Train) and Andrew ...

‘King: A Filmed Record’ captures Martin Luther King's legacy

King: A Filmed Record GRADE: A To many educated in the American public school system, a documentary about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. may sound a bit old. Most of us are well-versed about the life of this great and beloved leader. We’ve heard his recorded speeches since grade school, read about ...

Conan O'Brien makes classy exit

This season, television shows were chock full of drama and new beginnings. Whether you are a longtime fan gearing up for the new season of “Lost,” a late-night aficionado clinging to the last remaining episode of “The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien” or a college kid glued to the television ...

Goodbye, cell phone!