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Asian Flavors still delayed, awaiting successful inspection

By Rachel Karas · Monday, Feb. 21, 2011

Asian Flavors is not yet open for business in the tunnel because the kitchen safety system failed inspection, according to Auxiliary Services officials.

Students change perceptions on drinking after AlcoholEdu

By Lauren Landau · Monday, Feb. 21, 2011

Before arriving at AU, 59 percent of Class of 2014 students classified as high-risk drinkers reported they had no desire to change their drinking habits.

Police Blotter

Monday, Feb. 21, 2011

Public Safety actions reported to the Eagle.

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Historically black greek organizations focus on service, connections

By Samantha Landwehr and Silvia Weko | February 21

For members of historically black fraternities and sororities, Black History Month is no different than any other month of the year.

WOMENâ€™S WORDS â€” Starr Brainard, left, Tori Disston, Alyssa Trempus, Christine Edmond, front, Bridget Burns, hidden and Chelsea Cohen act in the Feb. 18 performance of â€œVagina Monologues.â€

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‘Vagina Monologues’ raise $4,500

By Paige Jones | February 21

This year’s “Vagina Monologues” left both the audience and performers on the verge of tears, as AU sophomore Kyla Novell channeled Haitian feminist and political activist Myriam Merlet in one moving performance on Feb. 18.

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AU’s study abroad program in Cuba changes locations

By Meagan Shamberger | February 21

AU will be changing universities for its Cuba-based study abroad program this fall after the University of Havana was unable to continue hosting AU’s program.

Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., speaks at AU on Feb. 16.

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Rep. Jim Himes at AU: We need to be honest

By Rachel Karas | February 17

If there’s one thing Rep. Jim Himes knows, it’s money.

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College Republicans attend CPAC conference

By Leigh Giangreco | February 16

AU College Republicans attended this year’s Conservative Political Action Committee to help counter what they see as a dominant liberal message on campus.

WELCOME WONKS â€” AU Ambassador Anj Lum (left), Executive Director of Communications and Marketing Teresa Flannery, President Neil Kerwin, Provost Scott Bass, Executive Director for Enrollment Sharon Alston and AU Ambassador Alisa Morse cut the new Admissions Welcome Centerâ€™s ribbon Feb. 14.

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AU to welcome prospective students with new $200,000 admissions center

By Kate Froehlich | February 14

In a $200,000 overhaul, AU redesigned its Admissions Welcome Center for the third time in 10 years. The new Welcome Center, still located on the second floor of the Katzen Arts Center, incorporates the “know” part of the “know/wonk” branding campaign AU debuted during the fall semester.

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Locals protest Campus Plan meeting

February 14

About five people protested a special Advisory Neighborhood Commission meeting Feb. 7 to discuss AU’s 2011 draft Campus Plan, wearing red and white “OPPOSE AU Plan” buttons and holding “NO Traffic Gridlock OPPOSE AU Campus Plan” signs.

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D.C. law bans ‘unreasonable’ noise after 10 p.m.; Jail or $500 fine possible for violations

February 14

The law won’t really affect students living on-campus, Public Safety Chief Michael McNair said.

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Faculty Senate mulls extensive changes to academic regulations

February 14

A Faculty Senate committee recently completed the first major overhaul of the academic regulations in about 25 years.

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AU ups green efforts for recycling competition

February 14

AU is participating in RecycleMania, a 10-week national competition between universities to promote on-campus waste reduction and recycling, from Feb. 6 to April 2.

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From Lincoln to Obama: 11 presidents visit AU for speeches, recreation

By Nicole Glass | February 14

Since President Theodore Roosevelt laid the cornerstone of the McKinley Building in 1902, 11 U.S. presidents have been to AU for various reasons.

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Dorms to be separated by grade next year

By Kate Froehlich | February 14

Housing and Dining Programs plans to organize residence hall floors by class year starting this fall.

STARS OFF THE COURT â€” AU alumni David Aldridge, left, and David Gregory received honorary jerseys from AU. The two stopped by for a tapping of the â€œJeff Jones Weekly Radio Show.â€

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AU alumni Aldridge, Gregory relive glory days

By Leigh Giangreco | February 14

AU alumni David Gregory and David Aldridge have moved up in the world from their days at ATV and The Eagle.

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AU bookstore uses ‘living wage’ employees for clothing supplies

By Sommer Brugal | February 14

Alta Gracia employee Maritza Vargas used to reside in a two-bedroom home with a family of five, sharing a common bathroom with three other families.

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Eagle Endowment doles out record $8,800

By Paige Jones | February 14

The Eagle Endowment will award $1,300 more than last year, due to a record number of applications.

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Sexologist disproves common sex myths

By Nancy Lavin | February 14

True or false: all you need is technique for a good sex life. Sexologist Dr. Debby Herbenick says false.

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A look back at presidential visits to AU

By Nicole Glass | February 14

A look back at AU's presidential visits.

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