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Starbucks set to open this January

By Sadie Ruben · Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013

Starbucks will open an on-campus location under the tunnel this January.

Robbery occurs at Greenberg Theater, AU Alert sent out

By Amber Cohen · Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013

No weapons were used in the robbery, according to an AU Alert.

Student groups hold live tweet-chat about being black at AU

By Lindsay Sandoval · Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013

Students used #BBAU to join a live tweet of what it is like to be a black student at AU.

An AU Public Safety officer stands outside Gray Hall after D.C. police searched the building.

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Gun scare sparks on-campus lockdown

By Amber Cohen and Jared Angle | December 11

After two hours of lockdown, AU Public Safety and D.C. police determined the suspected gunman was an off-duty policeman.

Two police officers stand outside Gray Hall after D.C. Metropolitan Police Department searched the building.

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Campus lockdown cleared after gunman scare

By Amber Cohen and Jared Angle | December 11

A gunman was spotted on the AU campus, according to an AU alert.

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AU closed for snow all day

By Suzanne Gaber | December 10

AU closed Dec. 10 due to inclement weather, causing exams to be delayed until Wednesday.

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NBC to air students’ show in January

By Sonia Ledwith | December 10

Students in a TV Studio Production class have been working to develop a 16 episode show called Operation W.A.T.E.R. that will be aired on NBC.

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AU closed until 11 a.m.

By Chloe Johnson | December 9

AU will be closed until 11 a.m. this morning, disrupting finals schedule and other offices on campus.

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5 ways to relieve stress during finals

By Rhea Akiki | December 8

Too many papers, tests and projects? Here are five simple steps to make your exam week more bearable.

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Meg Weekes leaves AU for unknown reasons

By Devin Mitchell | December 7

SPA Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies Meg Weekes will be leaving AU after this semester and Jessica Waters will be her replacement.

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Obama says he is ‘humbler’ because of presidency

By Paige Jones | December 5

President Barack Obama spoke about his time as president during an interview for MSNBC’s “Hardball with Chris Matthews” at AU.

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AU boots ballet rehearsals for Obama interview

By Chloe Johnson | December 5

AU canceled Ballet Petite’s rehearsals in Greenberg Theatre for MSNBC’s interview with President Obama.

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Students carol Kerwin for workers’ rights in Bangladesh

By Kate Magill | December 5

A student group protested the working conditions of AU’s apparel manufacturing warehouse by singing protest songs to common Christmas carols outside President Neil Kerwin’s office.

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Kogod professor fined for embezzlement

By Chloe Johnson | December 4

Professor John Katkish was investigated for moving more than $240,000 from his clients’ account during his work as a financial adviser.

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Take Action: Six charities helping the Philippines you can trust

By Amber Cohen | December 4

The Eagle researched six organizations that will use your donation to build the typhoon-struck country.

President Barack Obama speaks during a rally in Virginia in 2012.

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Obama coming to AU

By Suzanne Gaber and Heather Mongilio | December 3

MSNBC’s Chris Matthews will interview the president as part of his show “Hardball.”

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Student blasts AU over denied tuition reimbursement

By Amber Cohen | November 26

Senior Oscar Jacob was denied a tuition reimbursement after withdrawing from classes for his job. He created an online petition, which has received more than 1,400 signatures so far.

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Five ways to give back this Thanksgiving

By Emily Packer | November 26

The Eagle has gathered five groups that tackle a variety of issues, ranging from feeding the hungry to promoting recycling.

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New club advocates for the city’s homeless

By Jacquie Lee | November 26

A new group on campus raises awareness about homelessness in the D.C. area.

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WAMU 88.5 general manager takes new position

By Sam Bermas-Dawes | November 25

General Manager Caryn Mathes leaves WAMU for Seattle public radio’s KUOW.

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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