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AU Presidential Search Timeline

By Jimm Phillips | February 1

Oct. 10, 2005 The board of trustees fires President Benjamin Ladner following an investigation into his alleged misuse of university funds. Then-Provost Neil Kerwin is named acting university president. July 10, 2006 The board of trustees announces in a press release that it will formally begin the search for a "permanent president" in September.

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Black Cat, D.C. overflow with love for indie duo

By Hilary Crowe | February 1

The Black Cat never disappoints the District's music fans, even on a Tuesday night. So when newly acquired Dischord band The Aquarium was billed to play Backstage last night, one could count on getting more out of the $6 experience than just a warm place to while away the frozen evening.

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Opinion

Staff editorial: College Dems' could have easily avoided suspension

February 1

Student Activites has suspended the College Democrats for failing to appropriately account for and deal with club funds. The treasurer, who resigned last night, failed to deposit money from club fundraisers into the organization's account with Student Activities, instead keeping the money in a safe in his dorm room.

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Sports

For the love of the game: The Super Bowl is pure "Americana"

By Justin Hall | February 1

Often in today's world of football, most fans and analysts are consumed with numbers, statistics and highlight films of their favorite players. Talking heads on ESPN or Fox Sports spend hours breaking down every minute of a game. Questions such as, "How many touchdowns did this player score?" or "How many yards did this player gain today?" are more important than who won or lost a game.

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U.S. colleges changing image to attract more male students

By Allie Feras | February 1

Women outnumber men in enrollment at many top universities, leading some schools to change their images to attract more men, according to The Chronicle of Higher Education. But AU administrators said they see no problem with women making up a majority of the university student body, according to Acting Director of Admissions Cristan Trahey.

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Opinion

Greek Life Doesn't Deserve A Bad Rep

By Caleb Enerson | February 1

Despite the long and positive tradition of Greek life on many college campuses, fraternities and sororities often come under attack from parents, administrators and other students. While some of this criticism is valid, much of it is holding everyone responsible for the actions of a few bad individuals.

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Sports

Fennell paces indoor progress, stays ahead of competition

By Erin Keaveney | February 1

Running with the success his team has been having all winter, senior Brendan Fennell is quietly having himself a standout season with the AU men's indoor track team. Last weekend, the Pearl River, N.Y. native lapped the competition at the George Mason Patriot Games, winning the 1000 meter in 2:26.

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Campus brief: Eco-Sense week of action to raise awareness concerning climate change

By Kyra Smerkanich | February 1

In a joint effort with Campus Climate Challenge, a North American organization of colleges that promote environmental groups, Eco-Sense will hold a week of action to inform students of important environmental issues, according to a club press release. "At American University, we have already held a successful student referendum to move the university towards wind-generated energy," Eco-Sense President Claire Roby, a sophomore in the College of Arts and Sciences, said in the press release.

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Top ten

February 1

For those who haven't heard, Barbaro - the horse who fought adversity to win last year's Kentucky Derby and our hearts - died Monday. Barbaro's leg was broken, so his owners decided to put him down. The Scene staff, followers of the Barbaro story since that rainy day in a barn when he was conceived, was particularly delighted with The Washington Post's coverage on Tuesday.

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'Lookout' for 'Reign,' 'Shoot' for 'Sunshine'

By Christopher Patriquin | February 1

Having to write off a month in the world of movies is a sad thing, but in the case of February, it was completely necessary. With this in mind, this Trailer Park looks toward a surprisingly bright March, which goes against the norm in 2007 by actually containing films that might be enjoyable and, dare I say, good.

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Opinion

Staff editorial: Symbolic D.C.'vote' in Congress won't help much

February 1

Last week, the House of Representatives passed a bill giving limited voting rights to House delegates from D.C., Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The delegates can now vote in the Committee of the Whole, which considers amendments.

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Al-Jazeera journalist urges students to view other media

By Brian Kalish | February 1

More people across the world trust Al-Jazeera than Western press, said Josh Rushing, star of the documentary "Control Room" and a correspondent for Al-Jazeera English, during a speech in Mary Graydon Center Tuesday. "It's critical to understand that there are different perspectives about how the world works," said Bill Gentile, a professor in the School of Communication, whose class hosted Rushing.

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College Democrats suspended for mishandling club finances

By Kendra Garstka and Kyra Smerkanich | February 1

Student Activities suspended AU's chapter of the College Democrats last Thursday for failing to adequately deposit and keep track of money earned through fund raising last semester, according to College Democrats president Matt Kent. According to Kent, Student Activities Director Karen Gerlach told the College Democrats they will not receive their $1,750 second-semester allocation of AU Club Council funds, but Kent said they will still function as a club.

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Campus calendar

By Brian Kalish | February 1

Thursday Feb. 1 "Making Your Documentary Matter 2007" 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Katzen Arts Center, Abramson Family Recital Hall The Center for Social Media's third annual conference, open to documentary filmmakers, non-profit communications directors, funders and students, will focus on how to craft a powerful communications tool for social change.

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Homegrown advice insufficient on mean streets

By Lindsey Marburger | February 1

Going abroad is an intense process and the preparation is even more intense. First, there is endless waiting for approval. For those studying in Egypt, upon approval there is the obligatory "death and destruction" form to fill out - death and destruction because, in the case of voluntary or forced evacuation or your unfortunate death, AU is not responsible for refunding credits, tuition or shipping your body home.

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Movie Matches: NFL player cameos score big

By Drew Richardson | February 1

In honor of the Super Bowl, we bring back a feature that's an oldie but a goodie: Move Matches. We all know the big game is the largest viewing event of the year. Whether it's the game, the commercials or just complaining how terrible the football and commercials are, there's usually something for everyone.

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Moving prepares students for ultimate transition

By Blair Bryant Nichols | February 1

In the summer of 1996, my family moved halfway across the country, from the northwest Chicago suburbs to Bucks County, Pa. I didn't yet know how terrible starting middle school would be, but having to leave behind my lifelong friends made the move the worst day of my life.

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