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D.C. gay marriage bill goes into effect

By Helen Killeen · Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Same-sex marriage became legal within D.C. yesterday after Congress’ designated review period ended. Since Mayor Adrian Fenty signed the Religious Freedom and Civil Marriage Equality Amendment Act of 2009 last December, the bill has been in a mandatory period of Congressional review.

Briefs

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

What's going on at AU and in the community.

Police Blotter

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Public Safety actions reported to The Eagle.

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Start your job search now, Career Center says

By Kien Bui | March 3

AU students seeking employment should use spring break to maximize their job search, according to Amit Puri, a career adviser at the Kogod Center for Career Development.

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SG pursues student discount for Metro

By Nicole Glass | February 28

Student Government President Andy MacCracken said it is unlikely that all universities in D.C. will be able to obtain a Metro discount for their students.

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McDowell pipe bursts, floods rooms

By Julia Ryan | February 28

Residents of McDowell Hall got a wet surprise Sunday when a pipe burst on the sixth floor around 2 p.m.

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Phi Sigma Kappa does not appeal its IFC sanctions

By Sarah Rudnick | February 28

Phi Sigma Kappa, an AU fraternity, admitted to the charges held against it and chose not to appeal them, according to President Mike Kaufman.

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Chile earthquake shakes AU students abroad; all are safe

By Marisa Kendall | February 28

The vibrations on the dance floor were not just a foreign special effect, as Eagle staffer Marisa Kendall found during the earthquake that hit Chile, where Kendall is studying abroad. The city where she is staying sustained some fatalities, but the worst of the quake hit 200 miles away, according to Kendall.

LUCK Oâ€™ THE IRISH â€” Murphyâ€™s Law Restaurant has enjoyed strong business since it came to the Tenleytown neighborhood in December 2009, according to co-owner Mark Sullivan. The Advisory Neighborhood Commission for the area advocated more development in a 2008 report.

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Irish bar and restaurant adds culture to Tenleytown

By Sarah Parnass | February 28

Murphy’s Law Irish Restaurant opened the day after Christmas and has drawn students and professionals alike, despite this winter’s snow.

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Mr. Gall goes to Washington?

By Meg Fowler | February 28

Andrew Gall is tired of repetitive talking points, tired of unequal justice for special interest groups and tired of status quo politics.

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AU endowment increases 33 percent, largest jump in single year

By Stefanie Dazio | February 28

AU’s endowment increased by 33 percent last year, a rebound from a 20.7 percent decline between 2008 and 2009, according to Doug Kudravetz, associate vice president of finance and assistant treasurer.

BROTHERS GRIM â€” Larry McDonald, who worked for the ill-fated Lehman Brothers investment bank, speaks at a KPU event about the companyâ€™s bankruptcy filing in September 2008. McDonald blamed the Board of Directors for the companyâ€™s inability to withstand the economic crisis and their subsequent downfall.

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Former Lehman Brothers Vice President explains failure

By Howie Perlman | February 28

A former vice president of Lehman Brothers said the inadequacy of the financial services firm’s Board of Directors to handle contemporary economic conditions was a significant factor in the firm’s downfall.

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Alcohol violations exceed other student offenses at American University

By Mitch Ellmauer | February 28

AU students are caught violating alcohol rules more than any other on-campus conduct policy, according to Director of Residence Life Rick Treter.

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Activist discusses Israeli blockade of Gaza

By Mitch Ellmauer and Angela Smith | February 28

In the Middle East, contentious regional politics can prevent humanitarian aid from being delivered to those who need it most, according to Palestinian rights activist Ralph Loeffler.

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AU student seeks ANC seat

By Charlie Szold | February 24

SPA sophomore Sami Green is running for a spot on the Advisory Neighborhood Commission 3D07 for the fourth time in her two years here at AU. With only 27 voters in the district, getting enough signatures has been Green’s downfall. On the commission, Green would consider issues like liquor licenses and zoning laws.

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Haiti program looks to rebuild

By Nicole Glass | February 24

One student in the SPA program in Haiti died as a result of January’s earthquake. Dean of SPA William LeoGrande said he expects the program to continue.

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Frequency of locker thefts in fitness center rise

By Stefanie Dazio | February 24

A series of thefts from the lockers at the Jacobs Fitness Center have occurred recently, despite the locks built into the doors.

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Vandals set off dorm sprinklers

By Julia Ryan and Stefanie Dazio | February 24

Housing and Dining Programs say an act of vandalism caused the flood in Anderson at 12:04 on Tuesday morning.

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Spring break trips still popular despite recession

By Kien Bui | February 24

Despite lingering effects of the recession, many students are still planning on taking trips throughout the United States and abroad for spring break.

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University gauges student experience through engagement survey

By Anna Scalamonga | February 24

AU is administering the 2010 National Survey for Student Engagement to freshmen and second semester seniors.

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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