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AU students prepare for October AIDS Walk

By Meagan Lyle · Monday, Sept. 20, 2010

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.

AU professors launch Punditwire website for politicos to sound off

By Paige Jones · Monday, Sept. 20, 2010

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

Video: 'A Voice 4 U' Campaign Voter Registration

By Kira Kalush · Monday, Sept. 20, 2010

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.

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AU participates in Sept. 11 day of service

By Lauren Landau | September 16

Student volunteers ended this year’s CIVITAS Week by cleaning up local parks and planting flags on the Quad in remembrance of the victims of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.

Rep. Tom Perriello, D-Va., spoke at AU Tuesday and answered audience questions.

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Rep. Tom Perriello pledges financial aid reform if re-elected at AU appearance

By Jessie Halpern | September 15

The AU College Democrats hosted the freshman House member Tuesday.

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University expands jurisdiction in Conduct Code revisions

By Julia Ryan | September 13

As part of the yearly update of the Student Handbook, the University amended its Student Conduct Code this summer. The changes went into effect in June.

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Student leaders worry about Conduct Code's reach

By Julia Ryan , Allie Mooney and Anna Scalamogna | September 13

Representatives from the Student Advocacy Center, Inter-Fraternity Council and Student Government share their reactions to the new code. Most are concerned about the expansion of the University’s jurisdiction.

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SG works to make more AU buildings accessible to students with disabilities

By Alissa Scheller | September 13

Some buildings on campus are still inaccessible to students with disabilities, but that may change in coming years.

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Conduct code expanded for neighbor relations, AU says

By Stefanie Dazio | September 13

The recent expansion of the Student Conduct Code’s jurisdiction off campus stems from the University’s attempt to improve neighbor relations, pass the Campus Plan and prevent persistent off-campus misbehavior, according to AU officials. Revisions included an expansion of the Sexual Assault Policy and greater power for the University over off-campus students among others.

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Police blotter

September 13

Public Safety actions reported to The Eagle.

HAIL TO THE CHIEF (OF STAFF) â€“ David Taylor manages many areas of AU as Chief of Staff. His current projects include overseeing the Campus Plan, WAMU and the Office of Special Events.

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Administrator Profile: David Taylor, University’s chief of staff

By Stefanie Dazio | September 13

As the AU President’s Chief of Staff, David Taylor has the ability and experience to cover a lot of bases.

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Women's Initiative director praises sexual assault policy changes

By Sarah Parnass | September 13

The University amended its policy for dealing with sexual assault on campus by expanding definitions and using stronger language to discourage sexual assault.

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Definitions

September 13

Definitions of rape, stalking, sexual assault and sexual harassment were added to the definitions section of the conduct code.

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Changes will not affect most students, administrators say

By Stefanie Dazio | September 13

Administration and Local News Editor Stefanie Dazio outlines how changes to the Student Conduct Code will specifically affect the University.

IN THE RED â€“ WMATA may continue to allow metrorail riders to exit the system with negative balances on their SmarTrip cards, despite last monthâ€™s announcement otherwise.

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Metro reconsiders allowing negative SmarTrip balances

By Anna Scalamogna | September 13

Metro riders could still be allowed to exit the Metrorail system with a negative balance on their SmarTrip, despite an announcement made late last month by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority that said negative balances would soon no longer be allow

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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