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Metro Brief: D.C could go smokefree in workplaces

By Kelly Kerr | April 4

Several D.C. councilmen introduced an act on March 10 that would prohibit cigarette smoking in all public indoor places, including restaurants and bars. The Smokefree Workplaces Act awaits a decision by the Committee on Government Operations before the full council will vote.

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Baseball's unique history in the District

By Elliot Smilowitz | April 4

On Sunday, Washington, D.C., baseball fans were able to root, root, root for the home team for the first time in 30 years with the debut of the Washington Nationals at Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium. Though the 4-3 loss to the Mets was an exhibition game and will not count in the standings, it was the debut of Washington's first baseball team in decades.

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African fashion show sparkles

April 4

Members of the African Student Organization showed off traditional clothing to live DJ music in the Tavern Friday night. The show was part of Africa Week, which also included a movie night, a roundtable discussion and a mix-and-mingle event.

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Censorship focus of SOC study

By Chris Nye | April 4

Many news editors practice self-censorship of graphic images and descriptions of the Iraq war, and news organizations often use the Internet to publish information they don't offer in other media, according to a report published in mid-March by School of Communication professors Jane Hall and M.

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Greek pride celebrated

By KATE SULLIVAN | April 4

A student-run publication that highlights the achievements of the greek community debuted at George Washington University last week. GreekSpeak will be distributed twice this semester, with more frequent editions appearing in fall 2005. It will be available both in print and online.

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Student pageant parades onto campus

By Ariel Amante | April 4

Micheal Prather was chosen as the first-ever Mr. American Friday night after a two-hour competition that included categories of opening dance, swimwear, talent, impromptu questioning and an interview. Prather, Mr. Hughes Hall, competed against nine other contestants who each represented a class, hall or fraternity.

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Police Blotter

By Kate Oczypok | March 31

Wednesday, March 23 An informational report was taken at 4200 Wisconsin Ave. An individual attempting to park in the parking garage at that address was disappointed with the parking rate and yelled at staff workers. A staff member reported lost car keys and an access card at the Ward Circle Building.

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Some schools allow pets to liven residence hall experiences

By Lauren Gardner | March 31

Fido may not be able to come to campus in the fall, but at some colleges across the nation, dogs and other pets are more than welcome. Many U.S. colleges, including AU, allow fish as pets. However, a few schools have designated areas where students can live with other pets.

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Filmmaker stresses need for controversy

By Kate Oczypok | March 31

Tia Lessin, co-producer of director Michael Moore's documentaries "Fahrenheit 9-11" and "Bowling for Columbine," spoke in Wechsler Theater yesterday about the need for controversy in filmmaking. "Especially if the right wing hasn't launched a campaign against us, I know we haven't done our job," Lessin said.

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Study reveals AU students have complex about G'town

By Muk Raker | March 31

A new study released by the Admissions Office found that hardly any AU students who claim to have been accepted by Georgetown University were actually accepted by the rival school. The poll, which surveyed 500 students over a one-month period, asked a series of questions about students, including theirÿGPAs and majors, to find out the truth behind a common claim of AU students, particularly those in the schools of Public Affairs and International Service.

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Students learn nonviolence

By Kate Naseef | March 31

A group of students, as part of a class exercise on nonviolence, were led by their professor throughout campus Wednesday night protesting Starbucks coffee, gun violence and tuition increases "The best part of waking up is human rights violations in your cup!" was among many chants protesters shouted.

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Jamba employee attacks Badner

By Jay Walker | March 31

A former Jamba Juice employee was arrested yesterday after attacking AU President Len Badner after Badner refused to give him back his job. The ex-employee Rodney J. Juice jumped over Badner's desk, grabbed him by the collar and held him in a chokehold, according to a Public Safety report.

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Campus paper screws up

By Mao Skateer | March 31

In a move that some say fortells the demise of AU campus newspaper The Eagle, newspaper staffers have neglected to wait until April 1 to print their annual April Fool's Day edition. The parody edition will instead hit newsstands March 31. Though Eagle staffers could not be reached for comment, sources indicate that editors of the paper have been stuck in their windowless office working for the last several months, and have lost track of when one day starts and the next begins.

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Hacker spurs ethics debate

By Kate Naseef | March 31

Several national business schools, such as Harvard Business School, have decided to reject applicants who followed an illicit computer hacker's instructions and attempted to view their admissions decisions early, according to officials at those schools. An unidentified hacker who used the screen name "brookbond" posted on Business Week's online forum instructions on how to hack into Web sites with admissions status on March 2, according to CNN.

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City Calendar

By Emily Carone | March 31

March 31, 2005 Panel Discussion: "Yeah, Yeah, Screenprinters Take it to the Streets" 1:00 p.m., Corcoran Gallery of Art A discussion featuring students and professionals will examine the historical role of the screenprint, the role the screenprint plays in the underground music scene and non-academic print opportunities.

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Ambassador speaks at Moroccan fest

By Kristina McNeil | March 31

Moroccan Night on March 24 offered traditional food, music and dancing, as well as a speech from the country's ambassador to the United States that provided insight into Morocco's history, economics and foreign relations. In his speech, Ambassador Aziz Mekouar gave what sophomore Omar Bennis described as "a good image for Muslim countries that have been stereotyped since 9/11.

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Students take advantage of warm temperatures

By Mary Specht and Lauren Gardner | March 31

On one of the first sunny days this season, many students flocked to the Quad to chat, play Frisbee and procrastinate outside. Students said the warm weather brings brighter spirits and a sense of community to the Quad. "It just makes everyone so much happier and a little less likely to do their work," said Michelle Cooper, a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences.

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