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At KPU event, Mary Cheney said challenges lie ahead for GOP

By Kim Szarmach · Friday, Jan. 23, 2015

The Republican Party and the public’s response to same-sex marriage and LGBT rights will play a major role in the 2016 elections, Cheney said.

Kiplinger Financial ranks AU 50th best value among private universities in annual list

By Gabe Bichinho · Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015

University rises nine spots in ranking since 2013

Snow blankets AU's campus

By Amber Cohen · Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015

AU students respond to snowfall on social media[View the story “AU Community Welcomes Snow” on Storify]

Subway will move into the empty space in the tunnel formerly occupied by TIGI Salon.

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Preparations begin for new Subway, Kogod anniversary celebration

By Amber Cohen | January 20

Most construction finished over winter break, but two major projects will continue through the spring semester.

About 200 students marched around campus in "The Darkening," a rally in solidarity with the nationwide "Black Lives Matter" movement.

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Large turnout expected for first AU teach-in on race relations

By Brooke Evans | January 20

Conversations on race to take place in MGC on Jan. 24

Boulevard Richard Lenoir, where the police officer was shot.

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AU abroad students safe in Paris following terrorist attacks

By Amber Cohen | January 16

All students currently abroad in Paris have been accounted for and more will arrive soon.

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New victims' advocate sits poised to make big impact

By Samantha Hogan | January 16

Wellness Center welcomes new advocate for survivors of sexual assault to staff

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Former Kogod professor Donald Brenner passes away

By Aly Seidel | January 14

46-year member of Kogod faculty served as acting Dean, retired in 2003.

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Founder's Day to be held at National Air and Space Museum

By Freddy Rodriguez | January 14

Founder's Day will be held on Feb. 21 from 8-11 p.m.

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Kerwin talks about lawmaking on CSPAN

By Jillian O'Donohoe | January 11

AU president focuses on the ignored sides of rulemaking in part of Public Affairs and Advocacy Institute.

Mary Cheney, right, with wife Heather Poe.

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Mary Cheney, daughter of former vice president, to speak at AU

By Mark Lieberman | January 7

The businesswoman and political advisor is the Kennedy Political Union’s first speaker of 2015.

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AU launches partnership with Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting

By Cuneyt Dil | January 5

SOC to offer global reporting fellowships in new program with center.

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AU unable to send complete information to The Washington Post

By Freddy Rodriguez | December 23

AU declined to submit a comprehensive file on this year’s projected freshman class for two stories that The Washington Post published on Oct.

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DC Council unanimously approves deal for DC United stadium

By Cuneyt Dil | December 18

The 20,000 seat stadium is slated to open in time for the 2017 season

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AU Counseling Center stretched thin

By Kate Magill | December 18

The average wait for an appointment at the Counseling Center is three weeks.

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AU students join thousands in ‘Justice for All’ march

By Cuneyt Dil | December 18

Dozens from AU attend march aimed to call attention to racial injustice and police brutality

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AU alum Ki'tay Davidson passes away

By Kim Szarmach | December 17

The disability justice activist passed away in his sleep on Dec. 2.

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Removal of chemical munition on AU property continuing this month

By Samantha Hogan | December 11

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers resumed work on Dec. 1 to clean up and remove possible chemical munition on AU’s property.

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AU completes severing of ties with unsafe factories in Bangladesh

By Samantha Hogan | December 11

The University will no longer carry apparel manufactured by JanSport.

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On Stands Now: AU Debate Team stretches mind, promotes diversity

By Samantha Hogan | December 5

Weekly competitions keep students on their toes and promote quick, intelligent thinking.

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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