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Cities attract college grads

By Rebecca Kern · Thursday, April 20, 2006

A new analysis by The Associated Press shows that increasing numbers of college graduates are heading to large cities in search of jobs and housing. Trisha Reichler, a professor in AU's literature department, said she came to D.C. as a student at the George Washington University.

Metro briefs

By Ryan Grannan-Doll · Thursday, April 20, 2006

GW moves aid costs to donors George Washington University is trying to counteract increased operational costs by shifting some financial aid costs away from the university budget and passing them on to donors. Funds raised through GW's advancement office can now be used toward financial aid, relying less on tuition funds.

Josh Fine and Frances Arroyo share some laughs at the Spring Fling talent show Wednesday.

Talent show kicks off Spring Fling

By Brian Kalish · Thursday, April 20, 2006

AU's first ever Spring Fling event began last night with a talent show in the Woods-Brown Amphitheater, co-sponsored by Eagle Nights. Six groups performed in front of nearly 200 students who could then purchase tickets to vote for their favorite groups. All proceeds benefited the newly created Student Media Collective, comprised of The Eagle; The Talon, AU's yearbook; American Word, the online student paper; and American Literary, AU's literary journal.

Opinion

Corrections and Clarifications

April 20

In response to feedback regarding the April 17 issue of The Eagle, content from a subscription news service was used because the issue's publication deadline conflicted with the Easter holiday. The choice to use wire content does not signal a change in The Eagle's use of original, student-written content in future issues.

Sports

Truth getting lost in media hype

By Jesse Epstein | April 20

Spring is officially here. With baseball in full swing, the NFL Draft approaching and all kinds of winter sports playoffs, there's plenty to talk about. But, we'll start off with something none of us want to talk about. Truth: The media is making way too big of a deal about the Duke Lacrosse rape scandal.

News

Growing out of collegiate 'slut phase'

By Blair Bryant Nichols | April 20

There are several different ways that people choose to deal with the stress that arises from work, class and their personal lives. Whether it's excessive sleeping, eating or drinking, our actions go to the extreme to compensate for the energy expended on this heightened pressure.

Sports

AU is also cutting women's progress

By Simone Echeverri-Gent | April 20

As the women's tennis team played its last match Tuesday, I couldn't help but reminisce on the history of women's tennis. You see, its history is one of struggle for the equality of women, not just in sports, but in other social issues. When I look back at these courageous individuals, these are the women who made it possible for girls to play their hearts out any way they wanted.

News

Comedian Mencia's 'Mind' DVD proves mildly mediocre

By Chris Moreno | April 20

Since the debut of George Lopez, comedy has seen a number of Hispanic comedians come onto the scene. Carlos Mencia is one of the leaders of this movement and is also nothing like George Lopez. For those who love George Lopez for his show about family values in a Hispanic family, Carlos Mencia may not be heartwarming for them.

News

A Dictionary of Coffee Terms for the Enthusiast and the Amateur

April 20

Aged coffee: Coffee that is stored in the green state (before roasting) to create a specific, intense flavor. Barista: A coffee-making professional. Cappuccino: A hot drink made from one shot of espresso and one-half steamed milk, one-half foam. A mainstay among people with fashionable tastes.

Students enjoyed sun and friends Tuesday.

News

Volunteers landscape campus

By Kendra Garstka | April 20

Students and faculty invested in the upkeep of campus as part of Campus Beautification Day Tuesday, which AU Director of Facilities Management Willy Suter called a "celebration of the AU community." Campus Beautification Day is an annual event that generally occurs the week before the spring Freshman Day.

Sports

Women's tennis goes out on high note

By Patrick Ambrosio | April 20

After losing 10 out of its first 12 matches this spring, the AU women's tennis team could have given up on its final two. But, following a 4-3 victory over Colgate, the Eagles dominated their last outing ever, winning all seven matches over Manhattan Tuesday afternoon to send the program out on a two-match winning streak.

News

Campus calendar

By Kate Oczypok | April 20

Thursday, April 20 "Civilian Defense Counsel Trying Courts-Martial in Combat Conditions" 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., WCL room 101 Participants will relate their experiences defending courts-martial in dangerous locations, such as wartime Iraq, Vietnam and Afghanistan.

Palestinians walk over the debris of homes destroyed by Israeli missile attacks last week.

News

Palestinian Awareness Week

By April Astor | April 20

A white tent erected on the quad last Monday marked the beginning of the fourth annual Palestine Awareness Week on AU's campus, and symbolizes the plight of Palestinian refugees. AU Students for Justice in Palestine staffed the tent all week, providing information on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict along with Palestinian food and music.

News

Campus calendar

By Kate Oczypok | April 13

Thursday, April 13 Making the Most of Your Benefits Brown Bag Lunch: Building Your Financial Future Noon-1 p.m., Mary Graydon Center, room 5 Learn about the importance and advantages of early retirement planning with particular emphasis on maximizing retirement plan contributions.

News

DVD captures venue voices without live footage

By Jeff Lambert | April 13

For 20 years, They Might Be Giants has served as a funhouse mirror to popular music, borrowing from all types of genres to create their own quirky, accordion-heavy nerd rock. With two children's albums already in their library, releasing an experimental record isn't something new to the band.

News

Off the beaten path

By Chris Moreno | April 13

Nestled deep within Northern Virginia, right off Interstate 66, is a small historical town named Falls Church, Va. Falls Church has two metro stops, one for the East and one for the West. If one were ever to find themselves getting off at the East Falls Church Station along the blue or orange line, one might automatically think to themselves, "Dammit, I've gotten off at the wrong stop and landed right smack dab in the middle of Pleasantville, America.

News

Police blotter

By Lauren Gardner | April 13

Friday, March 31 A female student was transported from Anderson Hall to Sibley Hospital for an illness. A license plate was stolen from a vehicle at the Katzen Arts Center. A ticket writer discovered a vehicle displaying a false permit. It was booted. Saturday, April 1 An intoxicated female refused medical treatment behind the School of International Service annex.

Opinion

Transparency needed in divestment from Sudan

By Casey McNeill | April 13

Genocide continues to occur in Sudan and, despite claims of "never again," meaningful response is still lacking. Among American University's community, concern about this issue is widespread, but translating those feelings into action has been more difficult.

News

Insomniac DVD keeps audience in stitches

By Jorge Del Pinal | April 13

What is this DVD? Basically, four hilariously dirty comics hit Vegas and Comedy Central tapes it. Dave Attell hosts this night in Vegas with Sean Rouse, Greg Giraldo and Dane Cook. Attell has the most airtime, though it is chopped up among the beginning and middle and also between the other comedian's sets.

News

Students march, speak for sexual assault awareness

By Kyra Smerkanich | April 13

A record number of AU students marched through campus and into the Kay Spiritual Life Center Tuesday as part of the third annual Take Back the Night, taking a stance against domestic violence and sexual abuse. "Take Back the Night has a different effect for each participant," Hollander said.

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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