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Debate: Laws based on Christian code

By Michael Lewis · Thursday, Sept. 4, 2003

Michael Lewis argues in favor of Moore's decision in the Thursday Debate.

AU's cigarette ban goes too far

By Hamad Alhaj · Thursday, Aug. 28, 2003

For Thursday Debate question: "AU recently banned cigarette sales in the Eagle's Nest and smoking in front of the dorms. What do you think?" Hamad Alhaj responds unfavorably.

Smoking bans improve health of campus and environment

By Corey Parker · Thursday, Aug. 28, 2003

Columnist Corey Parker responds favorably to the Thursday Debate question: "What do you think of the bans on cigarette sales in the Eagles' Nest and smoking outside the dorms?"

Opinion

Editorial Cartoon

By Sack / Star Tribune | August 28

The Eagle's featured political cartoon for August 28, 2003, provided by KRT campus.

Opinion

Student Reaction

August 28

Four AU students react to the Thursday Debate question.

Opinion

Our Take: A freshman guide to AU

July 7

In just a few short weeks, our University will become the new home to hundreds of incoming freshman. For those who need the essential but perhaps not-so-readily available information of what college life is really all about, The Eagle has compiled a short list of essential things for new students to know.

Opinion

AU: Sweat the small stuff

By Evan Wagner | July 7

Columnist Evan Wagner discusses the pros and cons of an American University education, which he ultimately endorses wholeheartedly.

Opinion

Political cartoon: July 7, 2003

By Mani Bush | July 7

Mani Bush's political cartoon for the Eagle, July 7, 2003.

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Our Take: A freshman's guide to AU

June 23

Opinion

Press freedom is sacred

By Brett Zongker | June 23

The student press at AU remains editorially independent, despite the misinformation circulating about the motive behind the new media adviser position.

Opinion

Death penalty serves a cause in aiding justice

By Evan Wagner | January 22

Staff Writer and Guest Columnist Evan Wagner discusses the recent news surrounding the death penalty.

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Our Take: Salvaging General Education

January 22

The Eagle Editorial Board discusses the changes to the General Education program.

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Cheating my way to the top

By Jennifer Kepka | January 22

Staff Writer and Guest Columnist Jennifer Kepka discusses her plans if she were to become an AU administrator.

Opinion

Our Take: Basketball marketing

January 22

The Editorial Board discusses the lack of attendance at AU Men's Basketball games.

Opinion

AU and neighbors can compromise

By Charles A. Hamilton | January 22

Spring Valley resident Charles A. Hamilton discusses concerns of the proposed Campus Plan for AU from a community perspective.

Opinion

SC's goals for new semester

By Ken Biberaj | January 22

SC President Ken Biberaj outlines his goals for the spring semester, his final as student president.

Opinion

Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down

January 22

The Editorial Board gives its thumbs up and down for winter break.

Opinion

All lose in AU vs CAA

By Daniel Politi | September 5

Since the AU administration made the decision to join the Patriot League last spring there has been little to cheer about for AU's student-athletes. Originally their concern was moving from the Colonial Athletic Association to the lower-ranked Patriot League.

Opinion

SC looks forward to new year

By Daniel Politi | September 5

Columnist Daniel Politi writes on the upcoming year for the Student Confederation.

Opinion

Staff Editorial: Many factors cause housing crunch at AU

September 5

The Eagle Editorial Board says their piece about the recent housing crunch.

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