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Crane of mass destruction: first flag pole, now MGC steps

By Kate Froehlich · Monday, March 21, 2011

The same crane that damaged the flag pole on the Main Quad caused a depression in the pavement outside the Mary Graydon Center, according to AU officials.

Spirit Week promotes campus unity

By Nicole Glass · Monday, March 21, 2011

Just before 7 p.m. on March 16, two dozen students unexpectedly rose out of the crowd in the Mary Graydon Center and broke out into dance.

New AU portal to fully launch April 16

By Kate Froehlich · Monday, March 21, 2011

Students looking to log into their my.american.edu portal will now be prompted to choose between that and the new myau.american.edu portal in a “parallel phase” where students can choose to use either the old or new portals.

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SG debate reveals prez candidates’ varied platforms

By Zach C. Cohen | March 21

Student Government presidential candidate Zachary Lancet’s campaign promise to improve the Student Health Center might become a necessity if he gets his way.

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AU scholar uses time as stripper for research and books

By Nancy Lavin | March 21

AU Scholar in Residence Kate Frank has an insider’s perspective on the strip club industry.

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RHA executive board positions face competition this year

By Elijah Mercer | March 21

Students running for a position on the Residence Hall Association executive board will see a contested race this year.

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AU students in Japan evacuate Tokyo, some remain in country

By Rachel Karas | March 21

All four students studying at Waseda University in Tokyo have voluntarily evacuated the city, according to AU Abroad Senior Adviser Ethan Merritt.

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Tim McBride, Jessica Darmawan both banned from campaigning

March 21

Two Student Government presidential candidates have been sanctioned by the Board of Elections, in a move that will halt their campaigns for most of the few remaining hours before voting.

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SASA loses endorsement privileges, Darmawan’s campaign sanctioned

By Zach C. Cohen | March 20

Campaigns are not the only ones liable for what they do during election season. One student organization and one campaign violated election regulations during the endorsement process.

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Abroad students in Japan advised to evacuate

By Rachel Karas | March 19

AU Abroad recommends that AU students studying abroad at Waseda University in Tokyo be voluntarily evacuated.

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Steve King criticizes health care law during AU speech

By Leigh Giangreco | March 18

Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, believes last year’s healthcare legislation is an abomination to the American dream.

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Reath's campaign sanctioned, other SG candidates receive warnings

By Zach C. Cohen | March 17

Since the start of campaigning Monday, the Board of Elections has sanctioned one candidate and warned several others for violations.

DIGGING DEEP â€” The Gas and Flame Regiment, also known as the â€œHell Fire Battalion,â€ was trained in trench warfare and chemical weapons. The regiment fought off German attacks in France.

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1918: Army creates ‘Hell Fire Battalion’ to test deadly weapons at Camp AU

By Sylvia Carignan | March 14

This story is the second in a series investigating World War I-era chemical weapons and equipment buried under AU’s campus and in the Spring Valley neighborhood.

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Sky Lounge no longer open to all student groups

By Leigh Giangreco | March 14

Student groups cannot reserve the Letts Sky Lounge anymore, after it sustained nearly $5,000 worth of damage last semester, according to Housing and Dining Programs officials.

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Mudbox, Ward Café no longer accept credit, debit cards

By Rachel Karas | March 14

The Mudbox and Ward Café will no longer be taking credit or debit cards beginning today, according to owner Tom Gera.

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AU asks for future donations in estate planning e-mail to alumni

By Stefanie Dazio | March 14

AU sent its first charitable estate planning eNewsletter to alumni and other community members as part of a new effort to engage alumni with their alma mater.

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Tom Smith spends $3,000 on legal fees

By Stefanie Dazio | March 14

Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner Tom Smith spent $3,000 of his own money during the November elections, mostly on legal fees, according to D.C. Office of Campaign Finance documents.

UP ON THE ROOF â€” DC Greenworks Executive Director Peter Ensign, right, and staff member Erik Vollmerhousen install pre-vegetated trays on the roof of the Mary Graydon Center.

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MGC, Ward green roofs will ‘pay for themselves,’ AU says

By Rachel Karas | March 14

Green roofs are being installed on four roofs on the Mary Graydon Center and the entire upper roof of the Ward Circle Building, according to Chris O’Brien, director of Sustainability.

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Campus Store to see floor renovations

By Kate Froehlich | March 14

The Campus Store will undergo renovations to the clothing section, eFollett book pickup and registers, according to Store Manager Kristi Cole.

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SG campaigning begins with new election regulations

March 14

The Student Government election season began yesterday, with 24 of the 36 positions empty on the ballot. Candidates, both write-in and official, are now allowed to campaign until 8:59 a.m. on March 22.

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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