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Not even Zacharias Moussaoui deserves death penalty

By Paul Perry · Monday, April 24, 2006

I am utterly disgusted by the fact that I live in a country that still sees fit to practice capital punishment. I firmly believe that the death penalty is just one of those things that, given the moral clarity of hindsight, when its abolition becomes a reality years from now, we will look back on this barbaric practice and say to ourselves, "What were we thinking?" The same has proven true for such travesties of American history as the denial of women's suffrage, slavery, and the Japanese internment during World War II.

Staff editorial: Annual day of silence ends with a quiet scream

Monday, April 24, 2006

GLBT students ended their annual day of silence with a group scream on the quad. After not speaking for an entire day, a silence symbolizing marginalized GLBT people, the scream was not only an outlet for pent-up speech, but also pent-up anger. Many students agree that AU is generally a GLBT-friendly campus and issue awareness is strong.

Personal info sent in USC e-mail

By Rebecca Kern · Monday, April 24, 2006

The University of South Carolina accidentally e-mailed a database of 1,400 students' Social Security numbers, local and permanent addresses, phone numbers and dates of birth, reported The Gamecock, USC's student newspaper. A department chairwoman sending out information about summer classes mistakenly attached this database file to an e-mail she sent April 16.

News

Eye solution linked to fungus

By Kyra Smerkanich | April 20

Fusarium, a fungal infection that can cause red or swollen eyes, blurry vision and blindness may be linked to the usage of ReNu eye contact solution. According to the Food and Drug Administration, there have been 109 cases of suspected fusarium that are currently under investigation by the Centers for Disease Control and public health officials in 17 states.

Opinion

Enforcing immigration laws is necessary; not racist or unkind

By Will Haun | April 20

The current immigration debate has succeeded in providing, to quote President Bush, a "comprehensive" look at its legal, cultural, and economic aspects. The problem is most of the solutions proposed are political, with Democrats doing everything to paint Conservatives as racist and some Republicans more concerned about the Hispanic vote than law enforcement.

Songstress Regina Spektor relied mostly on her piano on Sunday.

News

Spektor plays minimalist set at 9:30

By Chris DeWitt | April 20

Regina Spektor is so sweet her dandruff must be Kool Aid mix. She sweats stage presence and charisma. On Easter Sunday night at the 9:30 club, she performed solo, commanding the attention of the packed venue. Spektor's recorded output is full of lush strings, drum machines and electronic keyboards, but Sunday night it was just the piano and her pipes (and the occasional guitar).

News

Caffeine content

April 20

The average American consumes approximately 200 milligrams of caffeine per day, with the average teenage boy taking in 21 ounces of soda every day. How much caffeine are you getting with your favorite drinks? The following popular cold beverages are listed according to caffeine content, in milligrams per 12 ounces, with the most jitter-inducing at the top.

The new DVD, directed by former bandmate Kristofer Steen, chronicles the demise of celebrated punk band Refused.

News

Refused doesn't go out quietly with new DVD

By Chris Moreno | April 20

In the music world today, the term "punk" seems to be used very loosely. Thanks largely to the explosion of "alternative" culture in the '90s, ideas of rebellion and anti-establishment become a joke and now can be safely purchased for the reasonable price of $18.

News

D.C. Council candidates discuss schools, health

By Jimm Phillips | April 20

Four candidates vying for seats on the D.C. City Council debated the best way to provide students with opportunities to excel and constituents with equal health care facilities at a forum held at Woodrow Wilson High School Tuesday. Councilmembers Kathy Patterson, D-Ward 3, and Vincent Gray, D-Ward 7, who are candidates for Council chair, as well as Councilmember Phil Mendelson, D-At Large, and former D.

Davenport Lounge remains a mainstay for campus coffee.

News

Addicts unite for hip status, caffeine

By Kevin Hilgers | April 20

Hillary Tolson, a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences, follows a strict routine: two cups of coffee every day, always a regular and a latte. And she'll only get them from two places: Einstein Bros. Bagels on campus or a nearby Starbucks. Surely there's a science to her choosiness.

Opinion

All thumbs

April 20

Thumbs up A/C in the dorms... Just in time for warm weather. You can use your mail key if your RA hasn't turned yours on yet. 8 more class days... Where did the semester go? Good luck on finishing work before finals. Thumbs down ReNu eye fungus... Stop using ReNu's eyedrops! If untreated this fungus could lead to blindness.

Opinion

U.S. should seek fair, practical solution on immigration

April 20

Fear and anger are effective political tools. I was sorry to see the GOP use these weapons to stir the American people, urging a crackdown on illegal immigrants. Concentrating solely on border control and ignoring the plight of the hard working illegal immigrants and the better interest of the US economy, the GOP-controlled House passed in December a law to treat illegal immigrants as felons and punish even those who help them.

Sports

Men's tennis fighting for a final home showdown

By Dan Jacobson | April 20

The men's tennis team is gearing up for its most important match of the year against Army on Sunday for the right to host the Patriot League tournament. Currently the Eagles and the Black Knights are battling at the top of the conference standings. Both teams are undefeated in league play.

News

Top ten

April 20

1. Cart Talk Punjabi fishmongers Priya and Apu will answer all of your technical questions about cart maintenance, cart culture and cart blanche. Call in so we can hear your wacky stories about your axle breaking on the way to market and your entire summer harvest of sweet potatoes spoiling.

News

Police blotter

By Lauren Gardner | April 20

Wednesday, April 12 A computer monitor was reported stolen in Mary Graydon Center. Officers responded and are still investigating. Thursday, April 13 Two individuals reported having items taken from their locker in Jacobs Fitness Center. The items have not been recovered.

Opinion

Staff editorial: Student volunteers pitch in to spruce up campus

April 20

Kudos to the four hundred plus volunteers who mulched, planted and labored as part of this year's Campus Beautification Day. The barbecue and free stuff, including "Be Beautiful" shirts and giveaways from Nextel, certainly helped draw volunteers, but the early start time limited participation.

Opinion

Staff editorial: Palenstinian awareness week successful; rare

April 20

Last week the Students for Justice in Palestine hosted an awareness week on the quad, pitching an eye-catching white tent and hosting exhibits to raise Palentinian cultural and political awareness among AU students. The annual event raises awareness on issues affecting Palestinians in the ongoing problems with Israel.

News

National briefs

April 20

Former student found dead in Ore. Evian DiStefano, a former AU student, was found dead on a forest road east of Portland, Ore., last Thursday, according to the Mail Tribune, a southern Oregon news source. A passer-by discovered DiStefano's body shortly after midnight on an access road through Mount Hood National Forest to the Columbia Gorge, Multnomah County Sheriff's Lt.

Sports

In home finale, Eagles' rally falls short

By Justin Hall | April 20

The AU women's lacrosse team staged a major second-half rally but fell short of its goal, losing to the Drexel Dragons Wednesday, 14-11, in the final home game of the season. It was truly a game of two distinct halves. Senior Moriah Linnell scored her 100th career goal only 40 seconds into the game, one of her four in the match, to give AU (5-10) a quick 1-0 lead.

News

SPA sophs fundraise to build Africa school

By Elyse Franko | April 20

The School of Public Affairs Leadership Sophomore Class is co-sponsoring a dance on April 21 to raise money to build a school for AIDS orphans in Uganda. According to the World Health Organization, Uganda is one of a few countries to have experienced a decrease in HIV/AIDS prevalence in the past 15 years.

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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