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Wal-Mart construction continues despite neighbor worries

By Amber Cohen · Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012

Wal-Mart will make its debut in the District with two locations even though a local appeal to the D.C. Zoning Board.

Registration dates moved in response to hurricane

By Samantha Hogan · Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012

Some class registration dates for the spring semester have been pushed back to help students who may lose power during Hurricane Sandy.

Students in MGC after being evacuated from south side.

Southside evacuated during Hurricane Sandy

By Heather Mongilio · Monday, Oct. 29, 2012

Students living in Anderson, Centennial and Letts were evacuated to Mary Graydon Center after a fire alarm went off in the Southside residence halls Oct. 29 as Hurricane Sandy rained down on the campus.

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University closed in anticipation of Hurricane Sandy

By Zach C. Cohen | October 28

The University closed Oct. 29 and 30, including on-campus classes, in anticipation of Hurricane Sandy.

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New grant programs reward clubs for multicultural engagement, community service

By Rebecca Zisser | October 25

The AU Club Council started two new grant programs this year to promote multicultural engagement, community service and interaction between clubs.

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AU vets struggle to make ends meet without GI Bill funds

By Amber Cohen | October 25

Veterans at AU are experiencing delayed GI Bill payments due to a surge of returning soldiers from Afghanistan and Iraq.

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Spring class to explore "Fifty Shades of Grey" trilogy

By Chloe Johnson | October 25

The class will be in the American Studies program of the College of Arts and Sciences (AMST-330-005).

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AU student puts a face to undocumented immigrants

By Suzanne Gaber | October 25

School of International Service senior Daniel Leon spoke about his hardships as an undocumented immigrant and his struggle to gain residency at a panel on Oct. 22.

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Student apathy could slow new SG constitution ratification

By Samantha Raphelson | October 25

If students approve new constitution, the AU Student Association will replace SG.

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Students accuse Public Safety of hiding laptops

By Alex Greco | October 25

Four students claim that Public Safety officers hid their laptops during a fire drill in Leonard Hall.

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AU reallocates amount of need-based aid in budget

By Andy Lin | October 25

In an ongoing effort to accomodate students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, AU has been shifting funds from merit-based scholarships to need-based aid.

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Shuttle Bus experiences 'minor engine problems'

By Amber Cohen | October 25

Shuttle Bus No. 103 experienced “minor engine problems” on Ward Circle on Oct. 20 at 12:30 a.m., according to Assistant Director of Facilities Management Mark Feist.

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Dept. of Homeland Security relocates

October 25

To alleviate parking problems, the Dept. of Homeland Security will be moving its headquarters to the St. Elizabeths campus in Congress Heights.

Charles A. Hamilton, 59, has been charged with the death of former AU professor Ruth Allen.

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Former AU professor allegedly shot by brother

By Tori Dalcourt | October 23

Former AU professor Ruth Allen, 68, died on Oct. 16. Her 59-year-old brother Charles A. Hamilton has been charged with murder.

Members of the Coalition of American University Students (CAUS) protested on the Quad Oct. 20.

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Students demand tuition freeze, response from Kerwin

By Jared Angle | October 23

Students handed a petition to President Neil Kerwin during All-American Weekend demanding a tuition freeze.

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Adjunct faculty, University negotiating new contract

By Paige Jones | October 22

Administration and union representatives report negotiations over adjunct faculty wages are "amicable" and moving apace.

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Live Stream: Keep up with election results as they come in

October 22

The Eagle has partnered with ABC to live stream tonight's debate right here.

Gov. Tim Pawlenty, R-Minn., puts Gov. Bill Richardson in a friendly sleeperhold before their discussion in Bender Arena on Oct. 20.

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Pawlenty, Richardson reminisce on their presidential campaigns

By Leigh Giangreco | October 21

Tim Pawlenty and Bill Richardson, former presidential candidates and governors, talk about the current presidential election and their own campaigns.

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Following technical hiccups, SG completes elections

By Maddi Pariser | October 21

After multiple technical errors, Student Government certified all of its elections Oct. 10 that started Oct. 4.

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Anti-Coca-Cola vandals break on-campus vending machines

By Samantha Hogan | October 19

Vandals spray-painted and cut the cords of Coca-Cola vending machines on campus on Oct. 18 and 19. They also posted flyers on the machines reading "Stop Killer Coke."

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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