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SmarTrip-embedded technology to be discontinued soon

By Kelley Siart · Monday, Sept. 27, 2010

The manufacturer of SmarTrip cards will soon cease the production of the technology embedded in the cards, according to a Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority spokesperson.

SG, greek life plan to increase collaboration

Monday, Sept. 27, 2010

The heads of the Student Government and greek community groups have decided to increase communication and share resources to strengthen their initiatives.

online alum â€” TBD.com founder and 1989 AU alumnus Jim Brady speaks at Tuesdayâ€™s partnership kick-off in the Katzen Arts Center. TBD and AU will work together to host workshops for TBD employees and to offer students internships. Brady, the websiteâ€™s founder and general manager, is a former executive editor of washingtonpost.com.

TBD, School of Communication begin partnership featuring workshops and internships

By Samantha Raphelson · Friday, Sept. 24, 2010

TBD.com and AU celebrated the kickoff of their new partnership with a launch party on Tuesday night in the Katzen Arts Center.

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Sentence handed down: Tavakoli receives 12 months and 1 day for WCL theft

By Stefanie Dazio | September 23

"I just feel so horrible that I've betrayed all my colleagues and the administrators of the University," former Washington College of Law employee Martine Tavakoli said after receiving a sentence of 12 months and one day in prison for her theft of almost $400,000.

WHOâ€™S VOICE IS IT ANYWAY? â€” Dory Isaacs, Christian Kingston, Bo Hammond, Sami Green, Nate Bronstein, Bharat Krishnan, Carter Gibson and Sara Torneden are all students affiliated with the A Voice 4 U campaign who want to persuade at least 500 students to register to vote in D.C. instead of their home towns. They have distributed about 1,500 voter registration forms so far.

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AU students organize to elect one of their own to local government

By Meg Fowler , Stefanie Dazio and Anna Scalamogna | September 20

“Vote bots” overtaking campus, Greek life and Student Government officials working together, students switching their registration from their home residence to D.C. — it’s all part of the A Voice 4 U campaign to bring student representation to the ANCs that cover our campus. • Watch the video of the "vote bots" here!

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Former WCL employee to be sentenced for theft

By Stefanie Dazio | September 20

Each side submitted sentencing memoranda in the case of former Washington College of Law employee Martine Tavakoli. Tavakoli pled guilty to stealing almost $400,000 over six years.

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Police blotter

September 20

Public Safety actions reported to The Eagle.

GLOBE TROTTER â€“ Senior Katie Gale was recently appointed SG Director of Military Affairs. She also serves on the Alternative Breaks advisory board, where she reviews and approves trip applications.

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Student Profile: Katie Gale, leader on campus and abroad

By Julia Ryan and Allie Mooney | September 20

The newly appointed Student Government Director of Military Affairs hopes to make a difference here on campus as well as in a country halfway across the world.

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Clark Hall opens to freshmen

September 20

A newly renovated campus building debuted as a residence hall with slightly-larger-than-average rooms Sept. 7. Clark Hall has over 50 beds.

NOT EASY BEING GREEN - Environmental activist Van Jones speaks about his experiences in the green movement and with non-profits on Wednesday night in the Mary Graydon Center.

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Van Jones talks environment, news smear campaign

By Gabe Mende-Fridkis | September 20

Environmental and civil rights advocate Van Jones addressed the importance of making new “green jobs” to save both the environment and the economy at a Kennedy Political Union event last Wednesday night in the Mary Graydon Center.

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‘Green Eagles’ promote sustainability in residence halls

By Anna Scalamogna | September 20

The Office of Sustainability hired 13 students to promote green living in residence halls. Their duties will include sorting waste to assess campus consumption.

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Ward Week to bring 'revolutionary' programming to AU

By Allie Mooney | September 20

The theme of this year’s Artemas Ward Week, “Revolutionize the Battle,” is meant to revive the tradition of friendly competition in the AU community, according to Student Government Vice President Maia Tagami.

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AU students prepare for October AIDS Walk

By Meagan Lyle | September 20

AU student groups are aiming to meet or exceed last year’s turnout of 400 students for the 24th annual Whitman-Walker Clinic AIDS Walk Washington this year on Oct. 2, according to Liz Bayer, the director of Women’s Initiative’s HIV/AIDS Taskforce.

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AU professors launch Punditwire website for politicos to sound off

By Paige Jones | September 20

The recent creation of PunditWire by two School of Communication professors allows politicos to sound off on newsworthy topics on an online forum.

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Video: 'A Voice 4 U' Campaign Voter Registration

By Kira Kalush | September 20

Sami Green and Nate Bronstein attempt to register students to vote in D.C. in time for the ANC elections.

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Army Corps of Engineers to conclude 4825 Glenbrook Rd. work late next year

By Mitch Ellmauer | September 20

The Army Corps of Engineers plans to be completely finished cleaning the AU-owned property at 4825 Glenbrook Rd. by late 2011, Spring Valley project manager Dan Noble announced at Tuesday's Resident Advisory Board meeting.

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Student Health Center receives accreditation

By Kelley Siart | September 20

The Student Health Center received accreditation in June from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, a non-profit organization that provides accreditation to health care organizations in order to ensure they provide certain standards of care quality.

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Alumnus dies in tractor trailer accident

September 20

A 2009 graduate was killed in Canada Thursday on a cycling trip when he was struck by a tractor trailer.

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College Democrats participate in DNC kickoff rally

By Julia Ryan | September 16

Over 15 AU College Democrats attended a 2010 Midterm Elections Kickoff Rally at the Democratic National Committee headquarters in downtown D.C. on Thursday, where they heard from Democratic officials and congressional representatives about engaging voters for the upcoming elections.

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Senate pushes for longer Health Center hours

By Allie Mooney | September 16

A referendum gauging student support for longer service hours at AU’s Student Health Center will be on this fall’s election ballot after it was approved by a vote in the Undergraduate Senate.

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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