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STREET CRED - Freshman Kristen Parotta performs her version of Bob Dylan's "Mr. Tambourine Man" at the Tenleytown Metro station. Parotta is one of several performers taking music to the streets of D.C. She embraces street music as a professional and perso

Musicians go back to basics, hit streets

By Ryan Pickett · Monday, Oct. 29, 2007

The District prides itself on being diverse. From politics to restaurants, one can find a mix of styles and cultures that suits any and every need. The music scene is as diverse as the rest of the city, and to find it, all one has to do is keep one's ears open while walking down a busy street or coming out of the metro.

THE ELECTRIC SLIDE - Murray Lerner's film chronicles Dylan's transition from his eponymous 1962 debut to "Bringing it All Back Home" in 1965 - a move from acoustic to electric that shocked the orthodox folk crowd.

'Mirror' reflects Dylan's soul

By Laura Busche · Monday, Oct. 29, 2007

He sat on a wooden stool, acting as though the hollering crowd around him did not exist. The enchantment of Bob Dylan's harmonica cannot be reduced to words, and the producers of "The Other Side of the Mirror" seemed to understand that fully. The 80-minute recital contains no narration, chronicling Bob Dylan's appearances at the Newport Folk Festival from 1963 to 1965.

Take a hike: Hit gym instead of bottle to relax

By Alyssa Pry · Monday, Oct. 29, 2007

Midterms are finally over for me, and I am wiped out. All I've wanted to do lately is curl up in a ball and sleep for hours and hours on end. Plus, I haven't been home in a few months; my parents didn't come for Family Weekend and I am feeling the overwhelming urge to get as far away from college as possible.

Opinion

Common sens: Intrusive regulation undercuts freedom

By Charlie Szold | October 29

In 2003, when France refused to support our plan to invade Iraq, Americans started calling french fries "freedom fries." This is ironic because our "freedom fries" are now anything but free. Recently, the federal and state governments of our wonderful country have been banning trans fats and other artery-clogging oils from fried foods.

News

Kogod fares well in national rankings

By Jen Calantone | October 29

U.S. News and World Report, The Wall Street Journal and the Princeton Review recently ranked the Kogod School of Business as one of the top business schools in the region and nation. In U.S. News and World Report's America's Best Colleges, Kogod's undergraduate business program ranked 83rd among the top 150 business programs in the nation.

News

International brief

October 29

The Italian Civil Protection department is claiming aliens are to blame for a series of unexplained appliance fires in northern Sicily, according to an official report leaked to the Italian press last week. The two-year, $1-million report was ordered by the Italian government and featured the input of dozens of experts, including scientists and electrical engineers, according to telegraph.

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National brief

October 29

Durex, a U.S. condom maker, has received 4,000 applicants since last Monday for an offer to volunteer to test its products first-hand and report the results, the New York Post reported. Durex said 1,000 applicants will be chosen, with one tester receiving a $1,000 cash prize, United Press International reported.

News

MPD to up DUI enforcement

By Patricio Chile | October 29

Each year, countless people live a nightmare on Halloween. However, the terror isn't from crazed slashers or zombies, but rather from the life-threatening effects of drunken driving. With D.C. being home to a variety of nightlife establishments and especially with a large college student community, District officials have stepped up efforts in the past few years to prevent tragedies resulting from people driving under the influence.

News

Review: Total Magique; Grade: C+

October 29

We Are Wolves "Total Magique" (Dare to Care Records) Sounds Like: A coarse electro-punk howl. This album cover looks like a take on Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon." And before I heard We Are Wolves' "Total Magique," I thought Floyd was dark. Hell, no.

News

Families tour, learn AU history

By Jimm Phillips | October 29

Former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay's speech and the discussion with White House correspondents David Gregory and Helen Thomas were two of the on-campus events held as part of Family Weekend, which took place Friday to Sunday. On Friday, AU held several tours of the campus and the surrounding area.

Sports

Field hockey holds 5-0 conference record

By Anna Tuman | October 29

The field hockey team traveled to Holy Cross Crusader turf to beat the Crusaders 4-0 on Saturday. The Eagles now enter the Patriot League tournament with a 13-4-0 overall record and an undefeated 5-0 record for conference games. The first half of play was slow, with only one goal scored.

News

SG brief

October 29

The Undergraduate Senate confirmed former Senator John Cipriani as Class of 2009 Senator by a vote of 21-2-3 at its meeting Sunday. Cipriani was appointed to the previous senate and chose not to run in the most recent election. "I was stepping out of the race to see if someone else would step in," he said.

Sports

Volleyball sweeps Navy 3-0 on home turf

By Justin Hall | October 29

The volleyball team defeated the Navy Black Knights 3-0 Friday night at Bender Arena, improving its home record to 13-1 on the year as well as boosting the team's PL record to 9-1 and overall record to 18-7. The match was one of the most dominating performances of the year for the squad.

Opinion

The people vs. Roddy Flynn: 'Moral neutrality' plagues politicians

By Roddy Flynn | October 29

Americans are given the runaround on many issues during campaigns. Candidates try to appeal to everyone everywhere, avoiding any kind of firm stance so that they can bobble-head their way to appeasing the "average voter." This, I suppose, is OK with issues that don't really affect society.

Opinion

Correction for Oct. 22, 2007

October 25

In the Monday photo spread headlined "Dalai Lama awarded medal of honor," it was incorrectly identified that the Dalai Lama was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor; he was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. The Congressional Medal of Honor is a military honor; the Congressional Gold Medal is a civilian honor.

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Campus brief

October 25

The D.C. chapter of the International Television Association gave the Distinguished Achievement Award on Saturday to John Douglass, an associate professor and director of the film and media arts division of the School of Communication. The ceremony took place at the National Press Club during the 2007 Peer Awards ceremony, according to the press release.

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AU GOP brings Paul to fundraise

By Kim Selman | October 25

A libertarian-leaning Republican presidential candidate from Texas may turn out to be the College Republicans' best fundraiser of the fall term. It cost $10 per person to hear Rep. Ron Paul speak at one of the AU College Republicans' biggest fundraisers of the semester Wednesday evening.

Opinion

Staff editorial: Study abroad survey results

October 25

More than half of AU students will study abroad at some point in their academic careers - at least 65 percent did in 2006 - yet, as an independent survey conducted by The Eagle showed, students are generally dissatisfied with the services the AU Abroad office provides.

RAISING FUNDS - Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, speaks Wednesday night at a College Republicans' fundraiser. The Republican presidential hopeful raised many issues, including legalizing medicinal marijuana.

News

AU GOP brings Paul to fundraise

By Anthony Jaffee | October 25

Presidential hopeful Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, advocated the virtues of what he called a "free society" during an event hosted by the AU College Republicans Wednesday night. AU CR SPEAKERS SPEAKERS THUS FAR: Grover Norquist, president of Americans for Tax Reform Former U.

Opinion

Staff Editorial: Blue light response times

October 25

Although the results of Public Safety's most recent blue light response time test are a little disturbing, perhaps they speak to a much larger issue. First, it's commendable that Public Safety conducted the tests with the help of the Student Government, Women's Initiative and the Residence Hall Association.

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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