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Preliminary results for local ANC elections posted

By Meg Fowler · Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010

Winners cannot be determined officially until 10 days after the election, however.

AU mulls changes to General Education program

By Kay Dakin · Monday, Nov. 1, 2010

Proposed changes to the General Education Program would mean fewer restrictions for students, including the freedom to receive credit for a course regardless of its cluster.

Increased thefts prompt Public Safety crack-down

By Lauren Landau · Monday, Nov. 1, 2010

To prevent further theft, Public Safety will implement a baiting operation according to Chief Michael McNair.

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AU ranked among ‘best value’ U.S. schools for 2010

By Stefanie Dazio | November 1

AU ranked number 52 on Kiplinger’s list of Top 100 Best Values in Private Colleges in its October issue of Personal Finance magazine.

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Department of IDEAS moves student proposals forward

By Zach C. Cohen | November 1

The Student Government’s Department of IDEAS is helping four students work to install printers in dorm lobbies, push for conflict-free minerals in the University’s electronics and bring awareness to the Trevor Project.

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Obituary: Sue Marcum: A friend, mentor outside the classroom

November 1

The AU community, friends and family remember beloved Professor Sue Marcum.

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Students, faculty make plans to honor Sue Marcum

By Julia Ryan and Meg Fowler | November 1

A memorial service for Professor Sue Marcum will be held next Tuesday in Bender Arena at 8 p.m.

ELECTION DAY â€“ ANC 3D candidates (from left) Tyler Sadonis, Tom Smith and Deon Jones await the final vote count in the Nov. 2 midterm elections for ANC 3D 02 and 07 commissioner. Sadonis and Smith are running for ANC 3D 02; Jones is running for ANC 3D 07.

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Voters' guide to ANC elections: questions for ANC 3D candidates

November 1

Tues., Nov. 2, 2010 marks the day of very important elections for Washington, D.C. No, we’re not talking about the midterm elections of senators — we at The Eagle will be watching the races for Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner in ANC 3D 02 and ANC 3D 07. Our voter guide offers the scoop on those in the running, straight from the candidates themselves.

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Police blotter

November 1

Public Safety actions reported to The Eagle.

The AU shuttle that struck a utility pole is towed from the scene.

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AU shuttle hits Nebraska Avenue utility pole

By Kay Dakin | October 31

An AU shuttle hit a pole on Nebraska Avenue around 8:00 a.m. this morning, causing delays in the AU shuttle routes and blocking traffic on Nebraska Avenue. The crash caused officials to shut down a portion of Nebraska Avenue into the afternoon. Traffic was directed to go down Van Ness Street to circumvent the accident. The driver of the bus was taken to the hospital, but no other injuries were reported.

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Sadonis, others address complaints in BOEE hearing

By Stefanie Dazio | October 30

A hearing between an AU freshman running for Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner, those involved in his campaign and the Board of Elections and Ethics yielded no decisions Friday.

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Grad students solicit donations for relief in Pakistan

By Samantha Raphelson | October 30

In light of the devestating floods in Pakistan, graduate students gather donations across campus. The drive ends Monday.

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Michael Hazilla, AU econ prof and marathon runner, dies at 64

By Stefanie Dazio | October 30

A former AU Economics Professor died of a viral infection last week. In addition to teaching, Michael Hazilla was known for his bowties and his passion for running.

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Debate Society, four other clubs receive no new funding from AUCC budget for Nov.

By Julia Ryan | October 29

Next month's budgets left some clubs with no additional funding, whereas AU College Democrats received $3,500 for November.

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Board of Elections and Ethics will hear Sadonis, A Voice for U

By Stefanie Dazio | October 29

A hearing with the D.C. Board of Elections and Ethics will offer Tyler Sadonis and members of A Voice 4 U the chance to address accusations launched against them.

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New 'Top of the Town' trail highlights Tenleytown history

By Kay Dakin | October 28

Check out our slideshow of photos from the latest in Tenleytown history: "Top of the Town: Tenleytown Heritage Trail."

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New York Times correspondent sees increase in unorthodox campaign practices

By Leigh Giangreco | October 28

The 2010 midterm election will be remembered for the unorthodox and controversial ads in this year’s campaigns, especially Christine O’Donnell’s campaign in the Delaware U.S. Senate race, Jeff Zeleny told an audience in Ward 2 Wednesday night.

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SIS students to earn Master's credits for Peace Corps experience

By Louis Fettet | October 28

Thanks to a new agreement between the Peace Corps and the University Provost, SIS students who volunteer with the Peace Corps will now be elligible to receive credit towards a Master's.

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Pundit professor places in top ten of Washington Post competition

By Lauren Landau | October 27

School of Communication Professor Robert Lehrman finished seventh in The Washington Post’s “America’s Next Great Pundit” writing competition, after failing to receive enough votes last Friday to continue.

Notes are left on the door of the late Professor Sue Marcum.

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Preliminary autopsy report: Marcum died of asphyxia and blunt force trauma

By Meg Fowler | October 27

The cause of Sue Marcum’s death was asphyxia and blunt force trauma, according to a preliminary report from the Maryland Medical Examiner’s Office.

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