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Exercise your right to run at Jacobs

By Olga Khazan · Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007

Democracy has rules. Democracy only works if people follow rules. It does not work if people cheat - if there are ballot stuffers, chronic disenfranchisement of minorities or an electoral college, for example. The AU gym is a democracy. As in other democracies, there are limited resources, and there is a system for deciding who has access to which resources at which time.

Editorial Cartoon

Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007

MOVIE SELL OUT - People browse the emptying shelves at Hollywood Video in Tenleytown. All movies and merchandise are being sold for low prices. The store will be closing in the near future because the cost of the building's rent recently doubled.

Hollywood Video to close

By Rachel Trainer · Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007

Hollywood Video, a movie rental store in Tenleytown, is set to close within the next two months, but a definite closing date has not been set, according to Kendra North, a former Hollywood Video employee. It has stopped renting its merchandise and is currently selling all movies, video games and candy for a fraction of their usual cost.

News

Students rally for Darfur divestment

By Amanda Hamedany | October 11

More than 300 students demonstrated outside the Old Executive Office Building Oct. 1 in support of the 2007 Darfur Accountability and Divestment Act. The legislation would authorize state and local governments to divest money from companies that do business with the Sudanese government, an action taken by the AU board of trustees more than a year ago.

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Campus brief

October 11

ormer WAMU host dies less than a month after retirement Red Shipley, former host of the WAMU 88.5 show "Stained Glass Bluegrass," died of cancer Saturday, according to a WAMU press release. Shipley's career in the radio industry spanned over 50 years. He retired from hosting "Stained Glass Bluegrass" following the show's final broadcast Sept.

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE - The National Gallery of Art's special exhibit hosts the largest collection of Edward Hopper's work outside of New York City. Hopper's work frequently examines the loneliness and solitude of U.S. life, depicting the culture of 1940s c

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Exhibit showcases urban landscape

By Jess Alter | October 11

Far from the peaceful landscapes of the impressionists, the works of iconic American artist Edward Hopper - now on view at the National Gallery of Art - exude a different type of tranquility. Individuals captured in a lonely world replace the flowers, ponds and lakeside camaraderie that typically define landscapes.

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Week in Fun Calendar

October 11

THURS 11 Douglas Wolk 7 p.m., free WHERE: Olsson's Books and Records, 1307 19th St. N.W. INFO: Wolk discusses his book "Reading Comics: How Graphic Novels Work and What They Mean." The book delves into the history of comics and examines some of Wolk's favorite graphic artists FRI 12 Solar Decathlon 10 a.

TOP SECRET - George Clooney plays Michael Clayton, a "fixer" for an international law firm who prevents information from getting into the hands of the wrong people. When his conscience kicks in, he realizes he is on the wrong side and tries to make amends

News

Mundane plot plagues 'Clayton'

By Jack Douglass | October 11

A manic-depressive is on the loose, spilling valuable and job-threatening information about one of the country's largest firms. A lawyer must fight for the truth after years of making money by twisting it. A car explodes. Surely, a movie with all this can't be boring.

BLOCK - Goalie Chris Sedlak shows off his soccer maneuvers as he palms the ball. Sedlak has registered more than 180 saves thus far in his AU career. As a senior and one of five goalies on the men's soccer team, Sedlak acts as a leader for the Eagles. You

Sports

Soccer goalie Sedlak: life on and off the field

By Rita Gallina | October 11

From age 4, goalkeeper Chris Sedlak has taken part in what he calls the "rich tradition" of soccer and hopes to continue the tradition after graduation in May. For seniors, graduating is a bittersweet moment, but Sedlak knows he is leaving his team in good hands.

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National brief

October 11

jailed shoplifter's 'drugs' are crystallized cat urine A Florida woman was released from jail last week after lab tests revealed a substance in her handbag was crystallized cat urine and not drugs, according to United Press International. Police found what appeared to be a vial of methamphetamines in Cynthia Hunter's purse after she was arrested almost two months ago for shoplifting outside Tampa, according to UPI.

PLAYING FROM HIGH HEIGHTS- Cameron Petty watches as fellow Eagle Cooper Bryant does anything it takes to get his opponent away from the ball, even if it means jumping over him to prevent a goal.

Sports

Men's soccer falls short to Penn, 2-1

October 11

Despite scoring the first goal of the game, the men's soccer team lost to Penn Tuesday, 2-1. The Eagles traveled to the home of the Quakers coming straight from a scoreless tie with their last opponent, Lafayette. Midfielder Cameron Petty scored the game's opening goal.

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International brief

October 11

British man finishes 13-year trek around world Jason Lewis, a British man, became the first person to circumnavigate the globe without the help of motors, sails or anything other than his own muscle power after completing a 13-year trek Saturday. The trek ended in the English town of Greenwich, which is south of London.

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'Eat, Pray, Love' inspires readers to find themselves

By Samantha Tyrka | October 11

A 30-something divorcée sells her house, packs up her life and sets off for Italy to "find herself." This isn't a new concept. We've seen it in countless books, such as Frances Mayes' "Under the Tuscan Sun," or a similar male version in Peter Mayle's "A Good Year.

Opinion

Letters to the Editor

October 11

Columbus editorial incomplete I'm not sure who wrote the "Move Over, Columbus" editorial in your Monday edition, but I'm going to say they have no idea what they're talking about. As a member of the Undergraduate Senate, I voted on the resolution, and what was in The Eagle can't be any further then the truth.

News

EU must embrace growing diversity

By Madalyn Wasilczuk | October 11

Upon learning that I speak Spanish, the first question my roommate asked me was what I thought of Mexicans. Obviously, the States' racial and ethnic tensions are known well beyond its borders. But Europe, divided ethnically for most of its history, is beginning to experience diversity - and its challenges - to a greater degree than ever before thanks to the European Union.

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AU given middling grade for LGBT help

By Chris Cottrell | October 11

AU received slightly above-average rankings on a recent study that rated universities' friendliness toward gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender students and employees, but was rated lower than two other D.C. area schools. AU received 3.5 of a possible five stars, or 61 percent on the Campus Climate Index survey.

Opinion

Ethanol: The cure for global warming

By Travis McArthur | October 11

Leftist NGOs like Rainforest Action Network and Food First are sounding the alarm on ethanol, claiming that it will increase greenhouse gas emissions and starve millions of people. They are correct regarding corn-derived ethanol. Industrial corn production in the United States is inefficient and causes topsoil loss and groundwater depletion.

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Campus Calendar

October 11

Thursday, Oct. 11 "Pink Ribbon Days" for Breast Cancer Awareness 11 a.m.-3 p.m. WHERE: Campus Store INFO: Stop by the tables in front of the Campus Store for refreshments, to receive breast cancer awareness information and to enter a drawing for prizes. Pink merchandise will also be available for purchase, and part of the proceeds will go to fund cancer research.

Opinion

Corrections

October 11

In "Fighting AIDS," Ravenna Motil-McGuire was misidentified as a sophomore in the School of International Service. She is a junior and the director of HIV/AIDS Outreach for Women's Initiative.

FIGHT FOR THE BALL - (Top) Freshman Daniel Shannon balances on one foot as he approaches the ball and three opponents. (Bottom) Running down the field, junior Philip Purdy remains steady as he heads toward a goal. In a game against the Lafayette Leopards,

Sports

Men's soccer scoreless against Lafayette

October 8

The men's soccer team battled into double overtime against the Lafayette Leopards in an aggressive and intense home game Saturday resulting in zeros on both sides of the scoreboard. This 0-0 tie adds to the Eagles' undefeated record in the Patriot League. Despite several attempts to score throughout regular play, both teams were unable to penetrate the defensive line.

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.

Solutions by The State News