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Author argues the benefits of capitalism

April 6

Andrew Bernstein, philosopher and author of " The Capitalist Manifesto," spoke about global capitalism Monday afternoon to AU faculty and students. Bernstein argued that the implementation of capitalism improves freedom and prosperity.

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D.C. to open office of African Affairs

By Lauren Gardner | April 6

Mayor Anthony Williams signed legislation March 27 creating the District's new Office on African Affairs as a resource for the area's 400,000 African immigrants, including college students, according to Vincent Morris, communications director at the mayor's office.

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Opinion

Staff editorial: Our take: SG elections

April 6

ÿ In what is said to be the highest student turnout ever, more than 1,800 AU undergaduates voted in the Student Goverment elections. The candidates fought hard and the election was less hyped than some in recent history. ÿ Ashley Mushnick was elected president with 50.

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Mushnick wins SG presidency despite controversy

By Kate Oczypok and Cait Douglas | April 6

The results of the 2006 Student Government elections were announced yesterday night in the Tavern amidst controversy over violation of Board of Election sanctions. Charges were brought against presidential candidate Ashley Mushnick, a junior in the School of Public Affairs and president of the College Democrats, for violating sanctions imposed last week that required her to end her campaign seven hours earlier than the other candidates.

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Campus brief: Park Hyatt to interview for positions

By Kate Oczypok | April 6

The Park Hyatt Washington will host two open houses today and next Wednesday to interview candidates who are interested in repositioning the hotel when it opens in May 2006. Those with previous hotel experience are encouraged to apply, according to a press release by the hotel.

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News

Life in the 'friend zone:' lonely'

By Lenore Costello | April 6

It's that time of year again. The birds are singing, the cherry blossoms are blooming and the weather is just warm enough to start taking romantic walks through Georgetown or the mall. Everyone is thinking about love. But with love comes relationships, and with relationships come problems.

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Opinion

Corrections

April 6

In the April 3 article SG candidate's video violates BOE rules, and the staff editorial "BOE needs to grow up," The Eagle did not include the fact that Ashley Mushnick's video also showed interior shots of Mary Graydon Center, which was a factor in the BOE complaint against the presidential candidate.

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News

D.C.'s Darkest Hour prove themselves leaders of metal

By Andrew Yonki | April 6

Among the over-saturated wave of new American metal (read: metalcore), there are few bands that stand out. In order to do so in a scene overrun with mediocrity, a band must truly do something different; and not just do it differently, but do it well. Fortunately for metal fans at the 9:30 club on Saturday night, all three groups who performed are standout bands.

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News

Shoulder to cry on no good if already soaking wet

April 6

Shari Sangster, a sophomore in the School of Communication, represented her sorority in an event during Greek Week. Sororites and fraternities compteted for Greek Achievment Points during the night of singing. This year's events are Olympic-themed, putting the Greek groups into teams of countries, competing for the treasured achievment points.

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News

Interim prez announces SG candidacy

By Cooper Anderson | April 3

Interim university president Neil Kermit resigned his position over the weekend and has launched an aggressive campaign for the university's most prestigious and highly respected position: president of the Student Government. Kermit's write-in campaign will face fierce competition from the student candidates on the ballot in the election that begins today and runs through Wednesday night.

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Sports

AU narrowly tops George Mason

By Dan Jacobson | April 3

Thursday's women's tennis match between AU and George Mason came down to the singles match between each team's No. 1 player. That was where junior Julia Colarusso won in three sets, giving the Eagles a 4-3 victory. Colarusso defeated George Mason's Andrea Fusea, 7-5, 6-4, 1-0 (5).

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Opinion

Staff editorial: BOE needs to grow up

April 3

We thought AU would at least get through SG election week before the tools would start coming out of their boxes. But alas, we were wrong. The Board of Elections is currently punishing presidential candidate Ashley Mushnick for a music video she produced and circulated as part of her campaign.

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News

Latino youth gather at AU

By Susanna Reid | April 3

More than 100 high school students, parents and members of the AU community gathered at eighth annual Latino Youth Conference (LYC), hosted by the Latino and American Student Organization (LASO). LASO has been put on the LYC with the goal of promoting higher education, leadership, community involvement and a positive Latino identity, according to conference material.

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News

Sex column: April Fools Special

By Mare Myant Michels | April 3

After a relationship ends there is always that period of time afterward that is typified by two types of behavior: Either staying in depressed with a pint of ice cream and a stack of movies, or going out hardcore, slutting yourself out like it's your job.

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McCurry discusses interview techniques

By Mike Scher | April 3

Former press secretary for the Clinton administration Mike McCurry spoke at AU on Friday. McCurry, who was press secretary from 1995 to 1998, spoke to Alice Walker's "Art and Science of Interviewing" class in the Battelle Atrium McCurry was known for his genial manner, and quick wit, saying things like "I guess old press secretaries never die-they just get double parked in the no comment zone," according to Walker.

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Sports

Promising young stars mean hope for baseball

By Jordan Beane | April 3

LONDON - I know that summer officially starts on June 21, but for all intents and purposes, summer officially started last night when Mark Buerhle threw the first pitch of the season to Grady Sizemore. It may seem that baseball is heading into a season of turmoil off the field as it tries to deal with a decade of overlooking steroids in the game.

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Mammoth love story melts ice, hearts in new kids' film

By Chris Moreno | April 3

It's been almost four years since the hit animated movie "Ice Age" was released to the acclaim of critics and viewers alike. "Ice Age" was one of many in a slew of animated flicks that appeal to both adults and children. Thanks largely to the success of movies like "Shrek," "Ice Age" drew in a huge crowd at the box office, quickly becoming one of the favorite movies of 2002.

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