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University, Student Government respond to new Title IX complaint

By Casey Wexler · Friday, March 25, 2016

Administration says confidentiality agreement does not prevent victims from discussing their allegations with others.

Will Mascaro, pictured at a student government presidential debate in 2016, was fired from his position as CASE director on Oct. 31. Supporters are calling for his reinstatement.

AUSG Judicial Board finds Mascaro innocent of all coercion charges

By Ivy Kaplan · Thursday, March 24, 2016

Mascaro issued two hour suspension for using SG office space for campaign purposes

Candidates answer questions at the AU Dems debate on March 19.

AU College Democrats host SG candidate debate

By Ivy Kaplan · Monday, March 21, 2016

Candidates went head to head for club endorsement on March 19

The three presidential candidates, Will Mascaro, Matt Mullin and Devontae Torriente take questions from students during a town hall on March 17

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SG presidential candidate Will Mascaro accused of ethical violations

By Courtney Rozen and Ivy Kaplan | March 20

Student Government presidential candidate and sophomore Will Mascaro’s campaign was temporarily suspended this past weekend after a series of complaints were filed with the SG Judicial Board, accusing Mascaro of pressuring other candidates to opt out of their races.

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AU students vote in favor of Metro University Pass

By Jillian O'Donohoe | March 18

85 percent of the student population support Metro changes

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Four takeaways from last night’s Student Government presidential forum

By Haley Samsel and Courtney Rozen | March 18

Candidates talked diversity and inclusion, mental health and sexual assault

RAW Studio, Sacramento, CA.
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Photo: John Giamundo

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Wrestler Mick Foley to talk sexual assault at AU

By Cuneyt Dil | March 18

World Wrestling Entertainment hall of famer Mick Foley will speak at AU next month, but he won’t be here to talk body slams.

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Canadian Prime Minister encourages crowd to take ownership of their country’s future

By Jillian O'Donohoe | March 11

Justin Trudeau addressed AU community and media on March 11 in the SIS Atrium

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AU Associate Librarian Emerita passes away

By Jillian O'Donohoe | March 10

Elizabeth “Betty” Nibley passed away after a battle with cancer

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AU student files federal Title IX complaint against AU

By Shannon Scovel | March 8

Faith Ferber accuses the University of mishandling her sexual assault case.

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Mental Health at AU

By Deanna Mudry | March 8

An inside look at mental health on campus and the services provided for students.

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Public Safety offers self-defense courses

By Casey Wexler | March 7

While some martial arts classes may be costly, AU Public Safety offers free self-defense classes to all members of the AU community.

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Policy changes at the Berkshire Apartments catch AU off-guard

By Jillian O'Donohoe and JILLIAN O'DONOHOE / THE EAGLE | March 4

The building's management informed residents via email of changes in the building’s roommate release program and allegations that three AU students will be expelled for marijuana possession

AU President Neil Kerwin sat down with The Eagle to discuss issues of race on campus. Kerwin published an op-ed in the paper on Nov. 4, pledging to hold discussions on inclusion.

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AU President announces long-term plan to create a more inclusive campus community

By Courtney Rozen and Ivy Kaplan | March 3

Neil Kerwin identifies five points to make it happen

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Plans for new student Metro pass program discussed at town hall event

By Maria Carrasco | March 3

Metro officials explained how the UPass program will be implemented and how the plan will benefit students

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SOC’s Center for Environmental Filmmaking to host “Classroom in the Wild: Chesapeake Bay” over spring break

By Ana Tarlas | March 3

The program takes the classroom outdoors and gives students real experience with environmental filmmaking

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TEDxAU encourages audience to ‘Transform’

By Riddhi Sarkar | March 1

The event, which was held on Feb. 27, featured speeches from eleven speakers on a variety of topics

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Donna Brazile named WONK of the Year

By Kate Magill | March 1

The Kennedy Political Union has named Donna Brazile, the vice-chairwoman of the Democratic National Convention, as the 2016 WONK of the Year.

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New referendum to appear on spring SG ballot

By Ivy Kaplan | February 29

Students will have the opportunity to decide whether or not to eliminate class councils and restrict the power of School Council presidents in appointing senators

From Young Americans for Liberty American University.

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Young Americans for Liberty to bring Milo Yiannopoulos to campus in April

By Haley Samsel | February 29

Announcement sparks conversation about free speech on campus

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.

Solutions by The State News