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AU students heckle Sarah Palin at CPAC

By Alex Greco · Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012

Several AU students crashed Palin's speech at CPAC as part of an Occupy protest.

Opposing political groups team up for economic dialogue

By Nick Francalangia · Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012

AU College Democrats and AU Students for Liberty together screened the film "I.O.U.S.A", a film about the current budget deficit. Employees from a company featured in the film gave a talk to the audience after the screening.

AU hires lawyers in adjunct negotiations

By Paige Jones · Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012

Union representatives and the University gear up for possible adjunct unionization.

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No residents injured in Avalon kitchen fire

By Lauren Landau | February 12

A second-story kitchen fire evacuated the entire building Feb. 12.

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"Shark Week" producer sheds insight into popular show

By Heather Mongilio | February 11

Executive Producer Brooke Runnette discussed blending entertainment and conservation in Discovery Channel's popular "Shark Week."

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AU ranked second most expensive college in the United States

By Rebecca Bartola | February 7

Ranking took into account average grant.

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Maryland Attorney General says same-sex marriage should have been legalized years ago

By Heather Mongilio | February 7

Maryland Attorney General and WCL adjunct professor spoke in MGC 3 in an AU College Democrats-sponsored event.

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Local residents call for handicap-accessible taxis

By Rebecca Zisser | February 7

Current taxis may violate Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Non-Work Study students, international students report difficulties finding on-campus jobs

By Valerie Khorishko | February 7

Students without Federal Work Study are having trouble finding work, especially on campus.

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SG adds more Founders Day Ball tickets after first batch sells out online in 90 seconds

By Zach C. Cohen | February 7

Students who missed out on the first round of Founders Day Ball tickets could get one of 150 new tickets.

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Army Corps uncovers Civil War-era artifacts near campus

By Ryan Migeed | February 7

Search for chemical munitions turns up Civil War relics.

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Chef Geoff hires sign holder to warn drivers of speed cameras on Foxhall Road

By Mishiel Ayub | February 7

Chef Geoff Tracy is spending $1,200 to raise awareness of a speed camera on Foxhall Road after he was caught speeding multiple times.

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Students march for adjunct union

By Paige Jones | February 7

Student Worker Alliance members protest AU's decision to hire legal counsel to challenge the potential adjunct union.

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Student-leased house sparks debate

By Patrick Burnett | February 7

Landlord brought to court over allegations of illegal rentals.

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Student petitions White House to end Super PACs

By Austin Green | February 7

AU student Marlena Luhr created a petition to raise awareness of what she believes to be the harmful influence of Super PACS and opaque campaign fundraising.

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RNC Chairman Priebus attacks Obama's fiscal policy at KPU event

By Rachel Karas | February 7

In a speech in the University Club, Reince Priebus took shots at Obama's economic policy record.

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AU's Men of Strength fight back against rape culture

By Kierstyn Schneck | February 7

Club launches a bystander intervention program.

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Honors may become more selective

By Mishiel Ayub | February 7

In an effort to bring its students closer together, The Honor's program is considering several changes, including accepting less than half as many incoming students and expanding the core curriculum.

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Locals robbed in Northwest D.C.

By Rebecca Zisser | February 7

After recent armed robberies in Northwest DC, Director of Public Safety Daniel Nichols advises students on how they can stay safe.

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SG calls for Nebraska Lot speed bumps

By Heather Mongilio | February 7

Hoping to combat speeding problems in the Nebraska lot, the SG is working on recommending speed bumps.

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.

Solutions by The State News