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AU closes investigation on former SG presidential candidate Bryan Paz

By Freddy Rodriguez · Thursday, April 16, 2015

The University had ended its investigation on Bryan Paz, but the investigation’s results have not been confirmed.

SG to fund new mandatory sexual assault prevention training

By Freddy Rodriguez · Wednesday, April 15, 2015

All students will be required to undergo the training during Welcome Week

TEDx event to come on Friday

By Casey Ek · Wednesday, April 15, 2015

Second TEDx American University event will feature speakers with “ideas worth spreading”

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Course reserves may be expanded at Bender Library

By Sam Bermas-Dawes | April 14

Bender library considers adding more textbooks for upperclassmen to the course reserves

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Laura Bush accepts WONK of the Year Award

By Anagha Srikanth | April 14

Former First Lady Laura Bush was awarded the 2015 “Wonk of the Year” award in front of a crowd of students and faculty that filled Bender Arena on April 8.

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Sex offense in residence hall prompts release of another Crime Alert

By Samantha Hogan | April 14

An AU student was sexually assaulted in an undisclosed residence hall, and no criminal complaint has been filed.

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Report on state of AU munitions cleanup released

By Katherine Saltzman | April 13

US Army Corp of Engineers says Public Safety Building only AU site with potential munition items

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Scholarships available for students at AU

By Jillian O'Donohoe | April 13

Students with extra need, exemplary achievement may apply for additional awards

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ANC supports proposal to allow longer construction days on East Campus

By Cuneyt Dil | April 9

AU has a request before the D.C. Zoning Commission to allow longer workdays in order to finish East Campus by fall 2016.

Former First Lady Laura Bush speaks at a Bush Institute event celebrating International Women's Day.

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Students disappointed in WONK of the Year choice

By Katherine Saltzman | April 8

Students have expressed mixed sentiments since The Kennedy Political Union and University Communications announced former first lady Laura Bush as the recipient of Wonk of the Year on Feb.

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Sigma Chi Derby Days to raise money for cancer institute

By Deanna Mudry | April 6

The annual fundraiser begins April 6.

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Artists share talent, raise money for Ugandan school girls

By Kim Szarmach | April 3

AU’s chapter of She’s the First continues its efforts to raise money and awareness for girls’ education.

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Sasha Gilthorpe wins SG presidency; Valderruten, Fitzpatrick and Stone also win executive board positions

By Jacquie Lee and Lexie Morrison | April 2

The election of Sasha Gilthorpe as Student Government president marks the third time AU has had a female president in four years.

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From AU to the UN: alumnae raising funds for girls’ education

By Casey Ek | April 1

AU alumnae use Kickstarter to raise thousands to educate girls across the globe.

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Wellness Center sets up OASIS for students to know rights and get help

By Amber Cohen | April 1

A new sub-office in the Wellness Center will consolidate sexual assault victim support and other advocacy services for students.

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Green Eagles jump into spring

By Brooke Evans | April 1

The University’s student-led green educators host “ECOlympics” to get AU engaged in sustainable living

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Meet the candidates

By Jacquie Lee and Lexie Morrison | March 30

Meet the candidates running for the Student Government executive board.

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Candidates stress student worker rights, racial relations, mental health in SG presidential debate

By Lexie Morrison | March 27

Martin Slezak, Bryan Paz and Sasha Gilthorpe vie for votes at ATV live debate

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Campus diabetics join together for education and support

By Lauren Zappone | March 27

Two sophomores start a branch of College Diabetes Network at AU to help inform friends and support peers living with diabetes.

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UPDATED: Paz loses two endorsements, position in Students Against Sexual Violence after allegations; will not seek to stall election

By Freddy Rodriguez | March 26

Paz has worked with Students Against Sexual Violence, Step Up

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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