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AmeriCorps funds trimmed

By Greg Rosenberg and Gregg Roman · Thursday, Sept. 11, 2003

Service organizations across the country and in the D.C. area could be in jeopardy because of funding cuts to a federal program called AmeriCorps. AmeriCorps is a network to recruit people to provide public service through nonprofits, public agencies and faith-based organizations.

Students get involved at fair

Thursday, Sept. 11, 2003

Students attended the annual Student Involvement Fair yesterday, where dozens of clubs and organizations tabled on the Quad in an effort to promote their organization and recruit new members. The fair was rescheduled from last Wednesday due to predictions of thunderstorms.

Police Blotter

By Keith F. Shovlin · Thursday, Sept. 11, 2003

Each edition The Eagle prints a report of crimes on campus. The Police Blotter is assembled through cooperation with the Department of Public Safety.

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A junior in high school during 9-11, an AU freshman reflects

By Sara Bluarzik | September 11

AU freshman Sara Bluarzik looks at Sept. 11, 2001 from the high school perspective.

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Security measures questioned after 9-11

By Keith F. Shovlin | September 11

As the second anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks arrives, organizations across the nation have spoken out against the security regulations that have been instituted in reaction to the attacks. Some feel that the changes have been minor, however, and limited to areas such as the airport and federal offices.

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Speaking out, an angry reaction, placing 9-11 deaths above other casualties

By Julia Ahlers | September 11

AU student Julia Ahlers gives her perspective on the Sept. 11 attacks.

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Memorial events to attend around D.C.

By Ashley Bleimes | September 11

Today, the second anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, several organizations in the area are commemorating the tragedy through speakers, drama and exhibits.

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The reality of the attacks: Being in D.C. on 9-11

By Lindsy Pietroski | September 11

AU senior Lindsy Pietroski discusses being in D.C. on Sept. 11, 2001.

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Events to attend at AU today

By Christopher Marsh | September 11

Several AU students and organizations are sponsoring a series of events on and off campus in an effort to remind students of the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, and turn the second anniversary of the terrorist attacks into a day of service and commemoration rather than a day of mourning and sorrow.

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Middle States Self Study now available

By Keith F. Shovlin | September 11

Campus News Brief on the Middle States Accreditation Process.

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All aboard for AU abroad?

By Joshua Wu | September 11

Starting next semester, the implementation of new policies through AU Abroad, the program formerly known as World Capitals, will change the study abroad experience.

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Time does not heal, losing a father to the attacks on 9-11

By Erin Fisher | September 11

AU student Erin Fisher reflects on her father's death in the Sept. 11 attacks.

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Sept. 11 event disliked

By Stokely Baksh | September 11

Several students from the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Ally community were upset when the Salvation Army was chosen for the University-wide Sept. 11 service project because of the organization's "anti-gay policies."

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A year to remember

September 11

Pictures from the previous two years.

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Law school librarian dead at age 44

By Keith F. Shovlin | September 8

Anne Marie Nancy Crossed, the Cataloging, Reference and Circulation Librarian for the Washington College of Law, died suddenly on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The cause of death is not presently known. Crossed, a tenured member of the Law Library staff, was 44 years old.

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Seniors ready for O.R.G.Y. week

By Dan Findley | September 8

Seniors are getting ready to have an O.R.G.Y., that is 'Opening to a Really Great Year,' with Senior O.R.G.Y. week taking place this week and including activities and events planned by the senior class. "The goal of O.R.G.Y. week is to kick off the senior year with a bang and get as many seniors as possible involved and bring back school spirit full blast," Senior Class President E.J. Stern said.

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AU works with recording industry

By Joseph Popiolkowski | September 8

The Recording Industry Association of America, after a key Federal court victory this summer, can obtain a court-ordered information subpoena requiring AU to reveal the identities of individuals who engage in illegal file sharing, according to Justin Perillo of the University General Counsel.

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Reaction to ban mixed

By Ari Natter | September 8

The University's "Smoke Free in 2003" ban on cigarette sales and smoking in and around residence halls has caused a mixed reaction on campus. Some students have embraced the smoking ban, while others have not. Still others believe that smoking should be banned from the residence halls, but the Eagle's Nest should still sell cigarettes.

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Cell phone culture at AU

By Allie Avishai | September 8

"What if my cat dies?" said junior Cathy Gstattenbauer. "I want to be reachable." This is one of the reasons she feels the need to have her cell phone with her most of the time, even if she can't use it. Gstattenbauer represents a growing trend of continual cell phone use, not just on AU's campus, but around the world.

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AU may cease Tunlaw housing

By Kel Taylor | September 8

It was announced this summer that Glover-Tunlaw residents would need to find a new home come this Jan. 31 as the building is being closed for evaluation. The Glover-Tunlaw apartment building is located a mile from campus on New Mexico Avenue. The 60 unit structure is University-sponsored but marketed for graduate students that wish to avoid living in the residence halls.

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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