In Kennedy’s towering shadow, Senator Kirk discreetly toils Nov 1, 2009
But American University history professor Allan Lichtman, who studies Congress, said Kirk s highest-profile contribution will be to provide Democrats with a pretty reliable 60th vote to stymie potential Republican filibusters on health care and other legislation. Colleagues say Kirk has fit in seamlessly, capitalizing on his friendly persona as well as his past as Kennedy s top Senate aide in the 1960s and 1970s and as Democratic Party chairman during the 1980s. (Boston Globe)
Field Hockey Tops Hoyas 5-1 Nov 1, 2009
WASHINGTON DC- - and each scored a pair of goals to help lift the 15th ranked University of Louisville field hockey team to a 5-1 win over Georgetown University Saturday at the William I Jacobs Recreational Complex at American University. The Cardinals (11-7) close BIG EAST Conference play with a 4-2 record, earning the No. 3 seed in the league tournament where they will play Connecticut Saturday, Nov. 7 at 1:30 p.m. at Providence College. (Uoflsports.com)
Congressman Headlines Human Rights Event Oct 31, 2009
McGovern said he became interested in human rights in the late 1970s and early 1980s when he studied at American University and worked with former U.S. senator and Democratic presidential nominee George McGovern ... Moakley sent him to El Salvador to investigate the murders of six Jesuit priests and two women from Central American University. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
Analysis: Obama has mixed message on recovery Oct 30, 2009
"Presidents are like everybody else," said American University political scientist James Thurber. "They want to go to heaven without dying, they take credit for the good news and try to run away from the bad news and blame it on the previous administration.". (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Defensive Effort Lifts Field Hockey to 4-0 Win Against Georgetown Oct 22, 2009
American University Athletics ... Led by a dominating defensive performance, the American University field hockey team defeated Georgetown Wednesday afternoon, 4-0, on Jacobs Field. (Patriotleague.com)
Napoleon Bonapartes Egyptian Propag... Oct 20, 2009
New York: The American University in Cairo Press, 2000. McClellan, Andrew. (Suite101.com)
subject of a criminal investigation overseas Oct 16, 2009
"Politically, going after lower-level officials is a lot more palatable than going against a former President and Vice President," says international-law professor Robert Goldman, director of the War Crimes Research Office at American University. "Plus, there's a lot more direct evidence when it comes to Yoo, Bybee and Addington. Their fingerprints are all over these policies." (Reached by e-mail, Bybee, now a judge on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, said he had no comment. (Harper's Magazine)
The ally the British love to hate Oct 16, 2009
A British office manager at CNN once informed me that any English high school diploma was equal to an American university degree. This predilection for seeing evil in all things American defies intellect and reason. (Christian Science Monitor)
Oregon universities recruit more foreign students Oct 15, 2009
That s why Oregon State turned to an outside recruiter to find students and help them transition to American university life. The biggest disadvantage we have is, in some ways, the location, said Sabah Randhawa, Oregon State s provost and executive vice president. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Davis-Yarvis (93) Oct 14, 2009
Ms. Davis, granddaughter of Freda Davis of Beachwood and the late Jackie Davis and Ruth and Hyman Smith, earned her bachelor s degree in political science from American University and her master s degree in education and human development from The George Washington University. She is the executive assistant for a psychiatrist in Chevy Chase, Md. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
* A looming data glut threatens computer science Oct 14, 2009
It is a rare criticism of elite American university students that they do not think big enough. But that is exactly the complaint from some of the largest technology companies and the federal government. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Suspect in 1968 Hijack Pleads Not Guilty Oct 14, 2009
Robert Pastor, a professor at American University in Washington, says dozens of American fugitives hiding in Cuba are watching the case. Pastor was national security adviser for Latin America during the Carter administration. (CBS News)
New mother of triplets has stroke Oct 5, 2009
With a law degree from American University in Washington, Chanda could be in court at least four times a week, representing indigent clients in landlord-tenant disputes. Now visits with friends and family are exhausting. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Offensive Showcase Powers Men's Soccer Past Army, 4-0 Oct 5, 2009
American University Athletics ... Junior scored two goals to lead a potent offensive attack as the American University men's soccer team defeated Army, 4-0, at Reeves Field on Sunday afternoon. (Patriotleague.com)
Nations high court gets new term, justice Oct 4, 2009
"It's like when you were little and a new kid joined the class," said Stephen Wermiel, a constitutional law professor at American University. "There was always a little air of excitement or anticipation because you didn't know how it would change the dynamic.". (MSNBC -- Politics)
Bucknell Volleyball Suffers Hitting Drought, Falls 3-0 at American Oct 3, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. Bucknell volleyball fell in its first Patriot League road test, 3-0 to American University at Bender Arena on Friday night. (Cortlandt Manor, N.Y./Hendrick Hudson) led the Bison s (5-10, 1-2) offense with seven kills, but Bucknell was unable to slow the stronger American (8-8, 2-1) attack. (Bucknellbison.com)
American University Honours Rawlings, Konadu Oct 1, 2009
General News of Thursday, 1 October 2009. General News of Thursday, 1 October 2009. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Chevron takes Ecuador fight to trade arbitrators Sep 24, 2009
Chevron has appointed Horacio Grigera Naon, from the college of law at American University, Washington, and Chevron spokesman Kent Robertson said Ecuador would appoint a second who would work with Grigera Naon to appoint a third. The plaintiffs say Texaco dumped billions of gallons of polluted water in the jungle around where they live for more than two decades before leaving Ecuador in the early 1990s. (Scientific American)
Jayne Appel And Candice Wiggins Named To USA Basketball Training Camp Roster Sep 23, 2009
5 at American University in Washington, D.C. as the U.S. begins preparations for the 2010 FIBA World Championship. Appel and Wiggins are among 14 athletes who will join the eight players already selected to the 2009-12 USA Basketball Women's National Team back on Aug. 17. (Gostanford.com)
McCoughtry Joins USA Basketball's National Team for Training Camp Sep 23, 2009
The 14 athletes will join the previously announced eight members of the 2009-12 USA Basketball Women's National Team at the squad's fall training camp, scheduled for Sept. 30 - Oct. 5 at American University in Washington, D.C., in hopes of being added to the 2009-12 USA Basketball Women's National Team roster. Invitations to attend the USA training camp were made by the five member USA Basketball Women's National Team Player Selection Committee. (Uoflsports.com)
PG South: Seton-LaSalle figures to keep on winning ... with a different style Sep 23, 2009
This includes the Post-Gazette's Player of the Year in 2008, David Del Greco, playing at Division I American University. "In years past, we would just get the ball to David and let him work against the defenders with his great soccer ability, but now we are relying more on a team effort, rather than a one-on-one situation or long-distance strike," Thomas said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Heels Fall In Five To Blue Hens Sep 19, 2009
Next the Heels will travel to Washington, D.C. to challenge American University Sunday at 2:00 p.m.. . (Tarheelblue.com)
Government Turns To Social Media To Defend Vaccine Sep 19, 2009
"I think it's a good idea," said American University Assistant Professor David Johnson. "As I like to tell people when we talk about social media strategies for growing their business or to media companies who want to communicate on social media: We want to fish where fish are.". (W-USA News, DC)
To friend or not to friend? College admissions in the age of Facebook Sep 18, 2009
Alejandro Sosa, a sophomore at American University in Washington, D.C., compares friending an admission officer to friending a boss. "It's a professional setting so anything inappropriate on my site would reflect negatively on me, and I don't think that that is a risk I would like to take," he says. (USA Today -- Tech)
MARSHFIELD AROUND TOWN: Enjoy the Raspberries with new OCallahan book Sep 17, 2009
The following Marshfield residents were named to the dean s list for the spring 2009 semester at their respective colleges or universities: Framingham State College, Elizabeth A. Kelly, history; Syracuse University, Jacqueline Carver, civil engineering, Marklin Mello, interior design, and Gregory Gorham, bioengineering; American University, Rachael Bird, business administration; Curry College, Talia Dagnello, Kristi Haines, Elizabeth Hourihan, Amanda Joyce, Phillip Lord and Marissa Piatelli;... (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Exchange students search for housing Sep 17, 2009
These students have spent thousands of dollars to travel to the United States to experience life at an American university and, instead, are being relegated to off-campus hotels. It seems as if the university is saying, "We are glad you are here, but not glad enough to make sure you have a stable environment, one that is supportive of college life and enables a true American college experience.". (The University Echo, TN)
Heels Play Two More Contests Before ACC Opener Sep 16, 2009
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - The North Carolina volleyball team will play matches on the road this weekend against Delaware Friday and American University Sunday. The Heels will travel to Newark, Del. (Tarheelblue.com)
American Climbs Back Into Top 20 Sep 16, 2009
-- The American University field hockey team returned to the nation's top 20 earning a No. 19 ranking in the latest Kookaburra/NFHCA Division I National Coaches Poll ... American University (3-2). (Patriotleague.com)
Acquisition veteranMichael Sade says goodbye to government Sep 15, 2009
He has co-authored articles for several publications dealing with federal procurement and has been a guest lecturer at American University. Sade was a Federal 100 award winner in 2007. (FCW.com)
SFS Professor to Head Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies Sep 11, 2009
In the wake of professor Ahmad Dallals departure to become provost of the American University of Beirut, professor John Voll will take his place as chair of the Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies. Voll will be the first non-department member to head the department. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
Artists vie for Uncle Sam's eye Sep 10, 2009
Culture Warriors, which has been curated by the National Gallery of Australia, will be opened by the Arts Minister, Peter Garrett, tomorrow at the Katzen Arts Centre, American University. The exhibition was first assembled by the National Gallery in 2007 to commemorate the 1967 referendum that recognised Aborigines as citizens. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sierra Leone refugee finds hope, life in Cedar Valley Sep 10, 2009
Team Jalloh began quietly in Egypt, where Abubakarr, then 17, was working for the Forced Migration of Refugee Studies Program at the American University in Cairo. Abubakarr had fled Sierra Leone, fearing he d be recruited to fight in his country s gruesome civil war. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Local college notes Sep 10, 2009
American University (Washington, D.C.) and Buffalo join Stetson for the Hatter Classic Dec. 28 and 29. Cross-county rival Bethune-Cookman visits Edmunds Center Dec. 21. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
Colleges Move to Limit Swine Flu's Spread Sep 9, 2009
Erica Goldfine, a senior at American University in Washington, D.C., returned to school this semester to find a new item in her college handbook, right after academic policies on cheating: emergency preparedness procedures for the H1N1 swine flu ... She and other students (there are more than 9,000 of them at American University) have been told that they are to stay home if they're even a tiny bit sick. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Patriot League Teams Climb National, Regional Rankings Sep 9, 2009
After victories versus George Washington and at No. 19 George Mason in the week's opening season, the American University men's soccer team has been rewarded with a spot in the Soccer America Top 25. The Eagles are currently ranked 23rd in the country. (Patriotleague.com)
Facebook Updates That Reveal Too Much Sep 9, 2009
Some people say their high security settings would protect them from potential danger, while others, like Ebony Nicholson at American University, had a sudden realization the habit was a bad one. "That's crazy! I never considered that! I always say when I am going to be gone weeks on end. So I really should reconsider that," Nicholson said. (W-USA News, DC)
People on the Move: Sept. 8 Sep 8, 2009
Additionally, she has lectured at the Brookings Institution, Georgetown University, the University of Maryland and American University. Before joining the AARP Foundation, Sutton was president of Sutton Group, which she founded in 1996 to provide strategic planning and marketing research services to -nonprofits, consum-er advoca-cy groups, govern-ment agencies and foundations. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
MWC Volleyball Recap - September 4 Sep 6, 2009
September 4, 2009 - The University of New Mexico volleyball team improved to 4-0 on the season with a 3-0 (25-15, 26-24, 26-24) win over American University in their first round match of the Nike Portland Invitational. . (Themwc.com)
Colleges Battle to Contain H1N1 Virus Sep 6, 2009
In Washington D.C., American University reached into its post Sept. 11 emergency plan. Professors have to learn to lecture over the Internet in case the virus empties their classrooms. (CBS News)
Porn Company, College Drop Lawsuit Sep 3, 2009
Naughty American University Will Stop Using National American University's Trademark ... (AP) National American University has agreed to drop its lawsuit accusing a California pornography provider of trademark violations and cyber piracy for its use of Naughty American University and the acronym NAU, an attorney for the school said Wednesday ... National American University offers online degrees and has 16 campuses in South Dakota, Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico and Texas. (CBS News)
Sawyer makes history Sep 3, 2009
Gemma Puglisi, a professor of communication at American University in Washington, wonders why ABC didn t name Sawyer as the anchor after Peter Jennings died in 2005 or after Bob Woodruff was wounded by a bomb in Iraq in 2006. Woodruff s co-anchor, Elizabeth Vargas, then announced her pregnancy and was replaced by Gibson. (The Palm Beach Post)
review the document at the Huffington Post. Aug 29, 2009
He is a co-founder of the American University in Central Asia, where he currently serves as a trustee. Scott recently led a number of studies of issues associated with the conduct of the war on terror, including the introduction of highly coercive interrogation techniques and the program of extraordinary renditions for the New York City Bar Association, where he has chaired several committees, including, most recently, the Committee on International Law. (Harper's Magazine)
Volleyball Season Gets Started Friday in DC Challenge Aug 28, 2009
Joining Coronel on the sidelines in `09 are former Fordham and Boise State assistant coach , former American University volunteer assistant, and former UCLA standout Nikki Jagd. Setters The setter position figures to be a team strength for the next three seasons with the return of 2008 A-10 Rookie of the Year. (Gwsports.com)
To the moon again? Not on this NASA budget Aug 28, 2009
"The problem is the size 14 foot in the size 10 shoe," said American University public policy professor Howard McCurdy, author of several books about the American space program. "It's just really hard to fit it all in. A lot of the assumptions made in 2004 (for the Bush plan) have just not materialized.". (MSNBC -- Technology)
Heirs to Kennedy's legacy not easy to find Aug 27, 2009
during a rally at American University in Washington where Kennedy endorsed Obama. Kennedy, the liberal lion of the Senate, has died after battling a brain tumor. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
American To Open Season Ranked 14th In NFHCA Preseason Poll Aug 26, 2009
Coming off its sixth straight Patriot League title, the American University field hockey team will start the season tied for 14th in the 2009 Kookaburra/NFHCA Division I Preseason Poll released Tuesday. American, which finished the 2008 season ranked 14th, begins the season tied with Boston College with 140 points. (Patriotleague.com)
Police: Man used cab as getaway after robbing bank Aug 26, 2009
A drunken American university student accused of causing a taxi crash and the death of its driver in Hong Kong had his murder charged reduced to manslaughter, his lawyer said Saturday. The murder charge against California State University, Chico student Kelsey Michael Mudd was reduced to manslaughter in a brief court hearing on Friday, lawyer Ian Polson told The Associated Press. (Fresno Bee)
Veterinary researcher who cloned mule dies Aug 24, 2009
American University of Antigua to Open New Veterinary School. The American University of Antigua today announced the formation of a new school for the study of veterinary medicine at its University Park campus on the Island of Antigua, West Indies. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Possible Obama Visit Shows Bond to Kennedy Aug 23, 2009
"I've seen it. I've lived it. And with Barack Obama, we can do it again," the senator said during a raucous rally at American University in Washington. On May 17, 2008, Kennedy suffered a seizure at his home in Hyannis Port. (CBS News)
Terps to Scrimmage American Sunday Aug 22, 2009
- Defending national champion Maryland will travel a few miles down the road to Washington D.C. for a matchup at American University on Sunday. First kick is slated for 1 p.m. at Reeves Field (note: the scrimmage was originally scheduled for 5 p.m. Saturday, but changed due to potential bad weather). (Umterps.com)
Hunter and Jumper show makes comeback at CSF Aug 21, 2009
Along with the Central States Fair, the event is being sponsored by Riverdale Farm at Nisland, Eagle's Ride Equine Center at Piedmont and Dr. Linda Rabe of National American University. Riverdale Farm, which breeds dressage and jumping horses, will furnish the jumps and many of the volunteers staffing the show, Larson said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
"Annoying Habits of College Professors" (circa 1935 to 1937) Aug 18, 2009
The timeless pet peeves of American university students. By. (Scientific American)
UMES MEN'S HOOPS RELEASES 2009-10 SCHEDULE Aug 11, 2009
The Hawks get a well deserved six days off before hosting American University on November 28. December is no slouch for the Hawks either. (Umeshawks.com)
UMES ANNOUNCES THE 2009-10 WOMEN'S BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Aug 11, 2009
The Hawks travel to American University on January 4 and to North Carolina Central on January 7. They host the NCCU Eagles on January 27 to complete the non-conference season. (Umeshawks.com)
DAVID S. BRODER: Blue Dogs symbol of factionalized House Aug 7, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Ayittey Helps Prepare Clinton for Africa Trip Aug 6, 2009
George B.N. Ayittey, Economist, American University, Washington, DC. Email: ayittey@american. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
5 Unhealthy College Habits to Avoid This Fall Aug 5, 2009
I know many people who used Adderall pre-finals to stay awake in order to finish assignments, said Jordan Coughenour, 19, of American University in Washington, D.C. It seemed to work for them, getting the job done, but I have heard stories about people crashing or falling into deliriums in classes the following days. Adderall might seem like a quick fix to some students; but its short term benefits can have long-term effects on people who take it without a prescription. (Fox News)
Netanyahu caught between rock and hard place Aug 4, 2009
"Clearly Netanyahu wants to make this process as long as possible," said Yoram Peri of the Center for Israel Studies at American University in Washington D.C.. He perceives the pressures on Netanyahu are coming from the United States that wants to see an early conclusion to the Israeli-Palestinian and Israeli-Arab conflicts, and from the Israeli political right. (Xinhuanet, China)
Vt. taxi service allows patrons to decide fares Aug 3, 2009
A drunken American university student challenged a murder charge Monday after being accused of causing the crash of a Hong Kong taxi and death of its driver before commandeering the vehicle and slamming it into another cab. Prosecutors said California State University, Chico student Kelsey Michael Mudd was more than three times over the legal alcohol limit on the day of the June 27 accident. (Fresno Bee)
Obituaries in the news Aug 3, 2009
A statement released by the Palestinian Authority's representative office in Beirut did not give the cause of Hout's death but an official at the office reached by telephone said he died of cancer at the American University hospital Sunday morning ... A statement released by the Palestinian Authority's representative office in Beirut did not give the cause of Hout's death but an official at the office reached by telephone said he died of cancer at the American University hospital in Beirut... (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
FAU Men's Basketball 2009-10 Schedule Announced Aug 1, 2009
FAU then will travel to the northeast to play at American University - the reigning Patriot League champions - on Saturday, November 21 and at Manhattan College on Monday, November 23. The Owls will face in-state rival University of South Florida on Friday, November 27 in Tampa prior to a non-conference home date with the University at Albany on Monday, November 30. (Fausports.com)
American Receives AVCA Team Academic Award Jul 29, 2009
American University received the AVCA Team Academic Award ... Seventy-one NCAA Division I women s teams received the award, including eight-time Patriot League champion American University. (Patriotleague.com)
Obama's Policy Hurdles Increase After Six Months of Unprecedented Spending Jul 21, 2009
Were at a turning point in respect to judgment on him, said , director of the Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies at American University in Washington. Hes inherited the economy but its his economy now. (Bloomberg -- US)
Think-tanks with Chinese characteristics Jul 18, 2009
Erdong Chen is a student and freelancer based at the American University, Washington DC.. (Copyright 2009 Asia Times Online (Holdings) Ltd. All rights reserved. (Asia Times Online)
Sotomayor Moves Toward U.S. Senate Approval as Republicans Ease Criticism Jul 17, 2009
Ultimately, Sotomayor may get the votes of half of the Senates 40 Republicans, said , director of the Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies at American University in Washington. Shes done very well, Thurber said. (Bloomberg -- US)
