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$New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof spoke to the AU community in the University Club on Sept. 10 about the \"Half the Sky,\" a book about women\'s empowerment.$

Kristof: women's inequality is the "cause of your time"

By Zach C. Cohen · Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012

Nicholas Kristof admits he is the last person you’d expect to write about women’s issues around the world.

Former SG Comptroller Eric Reath resigned suddenly Sept. 2, citing personal reasons. He was going to be the lead student representative in University budget talks.

SG speaker replaces Reath as comptroller

By Heather Mongilio · Monday, Sept. 10, 2012

Student Government President Emily Yu appointed former Speaker of the Senate Joe Ste.Marie on Sept. 9 to be the SG's next comptroller. Eric Reath resigned suddenly on Sept. 2 as comptroller and lead student representative to University budget talks.

Crime Alert: Sex offense on Massachusetts Avenue

Friday, Sept. 7, 2012

A sex offense occurred near main campus along Massachusetts Avenue on Sept. 7 at approximately 4:30 a.m. The victim in this case is an AU student.

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New York Times columnist Kristof to speak at AU

By Zach C. Cohen | September 3

New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof will speak at AU on Sept. 10 at 8:30 p.m. in the University Club.

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New service makes it easier to give more information to 911 responders

By Tori Dalcourt | September 3

D.C. released a new service called “Smart 911” on July 12 that will allow residents to give more information to emergency medical personnel. Smart911 is a free service that provides 9-1-1 with additional timely information about a caller. This can help speed up and enhance the effectiveness of ...

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Campus cuts down on plastic bags

By Emily Clapp | August 30

Several locations on campus have eliminated the use of plastic bags altogether.

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Burmese leader to speak at AU

By Leigh Giangreco | August 30

Nobel laureate Daw Aung San Suu Kyi will give a speech to D.C.'s Burmese community from AU.

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Class of 2016 carries on AU's traditions

By Christal Bunch | August 30

The story behind AU's traditions.

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TDR and Eagle's Nest undergo renovations

By Jordan-Marie Smith | August 30

Students were met with a new design and different selection at TDR and Eagle's Nest.

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Amazon opens textbook rental service

By Ian Proctor | August 30

New service adds extra competition to campus bookstore.

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SG President Emily Yu aims for inclusion, support and community

By Heather Mongilio | August 30

Yu summarized her goals for the year as “inclusion, support and community” in an email to The Eagle.

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Reflecting Pool updates finished

By Elaine Clayton | August 30

For the first time since 2010, the reflecting pool between the Washington and Lincoln memorials will be filled.

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Spring Valley house demolition postponed

By Leigh Giangreco | August 30

The Army Coprs of Engineers finalized details of the demolition of the AU-owned house at 4825 Glenbrook Rd.

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AU recognized for green efforts

By Samantha Hogan | August 30

AU made it onto the Princeton Review's 2013 Green Honor Roll.

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Fraternity activities on hold due to party violations

By Rebecca Zisser | August 30

The Inter-Fraternity Council has postponed all fraternity activities except for chapter meetings until further notice.

An election official counts the votes of Polk County, Iowa residents during the Republican caucus on Jan. 3.

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Political organizations encourage student voter registration for election

By Maris Feeley | August 30

Several political organizations on campus are throwing "Vote-A-Palooza" to increase registration.

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AU organization fights to keep children out of adult jails

By Maddi Pariser | August 30

Campaign for Youth Justice works to prevent the common practice of housing minors in jails for adults.

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Freshmen settle in with service

By Amber Cohen | August 30

Students learn more about their new home in D.C. with service trips to neighborhoods across the city.

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Welcome week crime drops

By Colin Campbell | August 30

24 percent less crimes were reported during welcome week compared to last year.

Opening Convocation for the American University Class of 2016 on Friday, August 24, 2012 at 11:00AM in Bender Arena.

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AU welcomes Class of 2016

By Rebecca Zisser | August 27

AU celebrated the 87th convocation on August 24 as the Class of 2016 marched into Bender Arena.

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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