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Alum Toby McChesney creates 'McChesney Challenge'

By Aly Seidel · Friday, April 25, 2014

Alum Toby McChesney pledges to donate $25,000 to AU if 1,000 alumni donate by May 11.

AU student hospitalized in alleged assault by three other students

By Chloe Johnson · Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Two EI members mentioned in recently leaked emails and one other AU student arrested and awaiting hearings for assault charges.

Congressman Keith Ellison encourages students to fight for change

By Kate Magill · Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Ellison spoke about how optimism and hard work can overcome obstacles at KPU event.

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New sorority to include trans, genderqueer students

By Lindsay Sandoval | April 21

Gamma Rho Lambda is the new multicultural/inclusive sorority on campus.

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KPU in review: speakers predominantly male

By David Lim | April 21

The Kennedy Political Union brought 25 men and 10 women as speakers to campus over the past four years.

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East Campus to include more housing, academic buildings

By Kate Magill | April 21

Construction will break ground on the site of the new East Campus portion of AU beginning this May.

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First man exonerated by DNA speaks at AU

By Sean Meehan | April 17

Kirk Bloodsworth spoke about his fight against the death penalty and his life in prison.

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Update: Gail Hanson responds to EI emails and petition

By David Lim , Samantha Hogan and Alejandro Alvarez | April 17

Leaked documents included emails and text messages mentioning illegal behavior of EI brothers.

Left: Barton Gellman, Pulitzer-prize winning Washington Post journalist

Right: Gen. Michael Hayden, former NSA and CIA chief

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Journalist and former NSA chief debate security and privacy

By David Lim | April 15

KPU and Political Theory Institute event featured Washington Post writer Barton Gellman and Gen. Michael Hayden.

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OIT alerts AU community to "Heartbleed"

By Alejandro Alvarez | April 13

The Office of Information Technology (OIT) notified the AU community on Thursday about a newly-discovered security breach affecting several of the internet’s most popular websites. The bug, codenamed “Heartbleed” by cybersecurity experts, refers to a serious flaw in OpenSSL, a widely-used method of encryption meant to protect private data such as password and credit card information from hackers.

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Two men arrested behind Kay Life Spiritual Center

By Jared Angle | April 9

Metropolitan Police Department and AU Public Safety were on the scene.

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AU students, construction workers protest for third day

By Lindsay Sandoval and Aly Seidel | April 8

Protesters urge AU to reconsider hiring a construction company that allegedly uses unsafe working practices.

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Sen. Richard Blumenthal touts the importance of strong laws on March 31

By Chloe Johnson | April 7

At KPU event, Blumenthal discusses career in legislature and as Attorney General of Connecticut

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AU announces commencement speakers for spring 2014 ceremonies

By David Lim | April 3

AU announced commencement speakers for the 2013-2014 academic year on April 1 on the AU commencement website. SOC – Katie Couric Katie Couric is a journalist who has hosted numerous programs throughout her career, including NBC’s “Today Show” and her own show “Katie”. AU will award Couric with a honorary doctorate of humane letters degree. Kogod – Paul J.

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Sophia Wirth wins presidency in first all-female SG executive board

By Simbi Ntahobari and Kate Magill | April 3

Sophia Wirth wins election with 38.4 percent of the vote and the student activity fee referendum passed.

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AU alumnus runs for mayor

By Lindsay Sandoval | April 1

Reta Jo Lewis seeks Democratic nomination in D.C. Mayoral race.

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KPU to bring US Senator Richard Blumenthal

By Sadie Ruben | March 28

AU will welcome Senator Richard Blumenthal to campus as the next Kennedy Political Union speaker on March 31 at 7:30 p.m.

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TEDx to debut at AU

By David Lim | March 28

Only 100 tickets are available for a day of speaking events on innovation and globalization.

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Student Activity fee referendum amended for margin of error

By Simbi Ntahobari | March 28

The new changes may result in a distribution of 56 percent to SG and 22 percent each to AUCC and the Student Media Board.

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Dick Cheney denies war criminal allegations at KPU event

By Simbi Ntahobari | March 28

Former Vice President Dick Cheney spoke about his reputation as a war criminal, Syria, Crimea and the NSA’s surveillance during a KPU event.

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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