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Smoking is healthier than fascism

By Erin Wildermuth | October 30

The other day I was sitting in a bar, smoking a much deserved cigarette, when I noticed a "no smoking" sign on the wall. I am a regular at this particular bar and happen to know that smoking is permitted. The bar was clearly preparing for January. For anyone who hasn't been keeping up with the news, D.

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Panelists address dangers of FGC

By Shannon Rice | October 30

For most American girls, the idea of a "coming of age" ceremony involves cake and maybe some sort of religious ceremony, but not the mutilation of their genitals. A panel discussion held last Friday shed light on the topic of female genital cutting and ways different organizations are working to stop the problem, such as bringing educators to Africa to talk with tribal leaders.

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Caf? Citron flaunts flavors

By Andrew Gardner | October 30

Caf? Citron 1343 Connecticut Ave. N.W. (202) 530-8844 Metro: Dupont Circle (red line) Price range: $5-$15 for a good portion Grade: B Belly dancers, loud music, funky style and Latin American-inspired cuisine all highlight Dupont Circle's Caf? Citron. The restaurant indulges the senses and creates a unique dining experience in D.

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Students, speaker explore effects of oil in Ecuador

By Emma Kerr | October 30

While getting a taste of Ecuadorian food and music Thursday, AU students and staff heard the story of how a small indigenous group of Ecuadorians armed only with canoes and determination stood up to a large oil company armed with guns and explosives. The event, titled "Indigenous Resistance in the Ecuadorian Amazon," was presented from two perspectives - one from the AU students who traveled there as part of an Alternative Break trip, and the other from a member of that community, Elvis Paul Toala.

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Opinion

Letter to the editor

October 30

Dear Editor: I recently read Peggy Wu's Oct. 26 article, "Forum Tackles Gay Issues." I want to address some issues that Ms. Wu reported incorrectly. In her third paragraph Ms. Wu asserts, "...the number of people who attended was low." She then proceeds to cite, "In the 'Marital Abuses' session, less than 10 people attended.

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Chinese less efficient in comparison to foreign

By Andrea Chong | October 30

In China, foreign firms are more successful and dominant than domestic firms, according to Douglas Fuller, assistant professor in the School of International Service, at a forum Wednesday. The forum emphasized the rise of globalization and its impact in Chinese industry, which is currently experiencing a technological upgrade comprising both technological learning and innovation through foreign firms.

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WCL grant enables human rights work abroad

By Elyse Franko | October 30

The Washington College of Law launched its Freedom of Expression Program Wednesday night, officially announcing the acceptance of a $77,000 grant from the National Endowment for Democracy to fund a program focusing on "freedom of expression" cases in North and South America.

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Tour explores haunted D.C. sites

By Madalyn Wasilczuk | October 30

On a cold, rainy night in D.C., a group of AU students ready to "Experience D.C." embarked on the Capital Hauntings Ghost Tour of Lafayette Park, one of the most "haunted" areas of the District. The tour guide, who went by Renee, told the stories of the Washington elite who made their homes around the park many years ago.

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Sports

Men's soccer falls to Army 3-2, miss PL tournament for first time since '03

By Justin Hall | October 30

The AU men's soccer team failed to earn a spot in the PL postseason for the first time since 2003 on Saturday, losing to Army 3-2 in the regular season finale. The loss ends the Eagles' season at 2-3-2 in the league and 6-10-3 overall, finishing with its fewest win total since the 1991 season.

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Study shows AU profs vote, fund Dems

By Emily Freifeld | October 30

Results from an independent study, conducted by the author, of voter registration records and political contributions revealed that AU professors were mostly Democrats as of spring 2006. The study surveyed voter registration records from D.C. and Montgomery County, Md.

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Corrections

October 30

In a photo caption accompanying the Oct. 26 article "Students recruited to work polls," the subject of a photo is incorrectly identified as Dr. Robert Pastor. In reality, it is Bill O'Field who appears in the photo. The Eagle apologizes for this error.

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Campus brief: WCL to offer first-year electives

By Brian Kalish | October 30

The Washington College of Law will offer electives to first-year students in their spring semester of study, according to a press release. Previously, students all took the same first-year course load, Dean Claudio Grossman said in the press release. Beginning with the current class, first-year students will be able to take one elective course on topics including international law, intellectual property law and trial advocacy principles and techniques.

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Cross Country wins fifth straight PL championship

October 30

The AU men's cross country team had a successful run at the Patriot League Cross Country Championships on Saturday, winning their fifth straight title. The team was led by junior Brendan Fennell's first-place finish, who was one of five AU runners to finish in the top eight spots.

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'Minds' combat mental health stigma

By Chris Nye | October 30

In order to reduce the high levels of depression and anxiety among college students, negative perceptions surrounding mental illness must be eradicated, according to members of the student-based advocacy group Active Minds. According to Active Minds founder Alison Malmon, the purpose of the "Mental Health on Campus Conference," which took place at AU this past Friday and Saturday, is to further the organization's fight against a legacy of ignorance and misunderstanding concerning mental health via a "movement that will break stigma and effect change on campus and in society.

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Metro calendar

By Rebecca Kern | October 30

Tuesday, Oct. 31 "Monster" Through Nov. 26 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. Rorschach Theater, 1459 Columbia Road N.W. Metro: Columbia Heights (green line) "Monster" has been called one of the most frightening and creative adaptations of Mary Shelley's classic novel "Frankenstein.

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Mushnick calls for changes to Tavern

By Cait Douglas | October 30

Student Government President Ashley Mushnick submitted a memorandum Wednesday to Director of Housing and Dining Programs Julie Weber and Bon Appetit Manager Yvonne Matteson addressing student concerns about the quality of service in the Tavern. Mushnick commended Housing and Dining Services for facilitating the first Dining Services Committee Meeting but was wary of what students might take away from negative experiences.

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Novel fuses literature, physics

October 30

"Schr?dinger's Ball" By Adam Felber Random House 226 pages Grade: A- Schr?dinger's cat ranks among the greatest of geeky punchlines. Of all the thought experiments modern physics has provided, none has been as celebrated, mis-explained and mocked as this hypothetical, unseen feline who exists in a state of simultaneous life and death, until he is observed.

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