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NBC to air students’ show in January

By Sonia Ledwith · Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013

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.

AU closed until 11 a.m.

By Chloe Johnson · Monday, Dec. 9, 2013

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

5 ways to relieve stress during finals

By Rhea Akiki · Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013

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 AU-owned property at 4825 Glenbrook Road pictured in 2011, before it was demolished in 2012.

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Dig at Glenbrook Road begun

By Devin Mitchell | November 25

Weapon materials are expected to be found during the excavation of 4825 Glenbrook Road.

AU students hold up a sign saying “Kerry: Stop K.XL” outside the School of International Service Building near the intersection between Nebraska Avenue and New Mexico Avenue.

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Protesters urge John Kerry to address Keystone Pipeline

By Heather Mongilio | November 21

AU students rallied outside of SIS to alert John Kerry, who was set to speak at AU today, about the controversies surrounding the Keystone Pipeline.

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Kerry absent from planned event at AU

By David Lim | November 21

The Secretary of State missed the private conference held in the School of International Service Building since his attendance was required at the White House.

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AU takes steps to protect student work with anti-plagiarism service “Turnitin”

By Kenneth Meyer | November 21

When licensing with the service, the administration required that “Turnitin” not retain any student work online.

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Student environmental conference discusses today’s green issues

By Jake Assael | November 20

The SEED conference hosted guests from William and Mary, George Washington University and Penn State.

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Update: Nine on-campus buildings to experience power outage

By Amber Cohen | November 20

There will be a power outage tonight between 2 and 2:30 a.m., according to an email from Facilities Management.

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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