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AU stays up late to fight cancer

By Elijah Mercer · Tuesday, April 17, 2012

The AU community raised over $77,000 at the fourth annual "Relay for Life" event over the weekend.

D.C. cab rates to increase

By Jack Kernochan · Monday, April 16, 2012

Starting April 21, the charge per mile for D.C. taxicabs will increase from $1.50 to $2.16.

Crime Alert: Malicious Burning

Saturday, April 14, 2012

On the evenings of Wednesday April 4 and Friday April 13, malicious burnings occurred in the McDowell and Congressional Halls. Both incidents were subsequently reported to the Department of Public Safety.

Former presidential candidate Jon Huntsman, here addressing CPAC in Orlando, Fl., will speak in the University Center at 8:15 p.m. on April 18.

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Jon Huntsman to speak at AU on April 18

By Rebecca Zisser | April 11

Former presidential candidate Jon Huntsman will speak in the University Center at 8:15 p.m. on April 18.

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Hundreds at AU condemn sexual assault in “Take Back The Night”

By Rebecca Bartola | April 10

The AU community marched across campus on April 9 to protest sexual assault in Women's Initiative annual "Take Back the Night."

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SOC students, Post cover ethnic communities in D.C.

By Katie Fiegenbaum | April 10

Innovative collaboration between SOC and The Washington Post writes the stories about minority communities that traditionally go un-reported.

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AU adds beehives to MGC green roof

By Patrick Burnett | April 10

Four beehives have been established in one of the open-air atriums in MGC.

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SIS junior juggles business in Iowa while in school

By James Boone | April 10

Aaron Cohen is chief communications officer of Sawmill Hollow Family Farm in Iowa in addition to working for several political campaigns.

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Army Corps search ends empty-handed

By Ryan Migeed | April 10

Army Corps will test groundwater near AU and Sibley Hospital to see if the samples of perchlorate match.

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D.C. to install taxi panic buttons

By Rebecca Zisser | April 10

In response to several DC Taxi drivers assaulting their female passengers, DC Taxis will have Panic buttons installed for passenger safety.

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Students promote business brands on campus

By Joe Ste.Marie | April 10

Students serve as campus ambassadors for companies causing some to raise concerns over too much advertising.

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Students weigh in at Honors town hall

By Jessica Marsala | April 10

AU soliciting input on proposed changes to the Honors program, which include eliminating the self-nomination process.

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AU forced to change composting practices, use more energy

By Samantha Hogan | April 10

After tighter regulations forced AU's previous composter to stop accepting food waste, AU has had to find a new composter.

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BOE rules Abby Finn campaign overspent

By Heather Mongilio | April 10

SG President candidate Abigail Finn went over her budget limit by $3 according to the Board of Elections.

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Fluke urges free contraception

By Nicole Glass | April 10

New law requires universities to provide students with contraceptives.

$Georgetown University law student Sandra Fluke recently gained significant media attention after speaking out in support of contraception for college students and being called a \"slut\" by Rush Limbaugh.$

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Sandra Fluke urges free contraception at all colleges

By Nicole Glass | April 7

AU will continue to supply contraception regardless of the Affordable Health Care Act's optional one-year delay.

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Football's Don McPherson discusses feminism, violence against women

April 7

Former Eagles player Don McPherson said violence against women is not just a "women's issue."

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Wal-Mart comes to D.C. amid local concerns

By Alex Greco | April 3

Wal-Mart plans to build six stores in the area in the next year despite resistance from some residents.

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SG Senate calls for vet resource center

By Zoe Crain | April 3

A new center for student veterans will improve grades and increase retention.

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McKinley renovations delayed

By Jessica Marsala | April 3

The renovations of McKinley have been delayed until the start of the summer as they choose between nine possible private contractors.

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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