Caravan - October 23, 2005 Edition
News
October 23, 2005Students begin organizing against graduation changes
At press time Thursday morning, 164 graduating seniors had signed a petition protesting plans to limit the number of tickets available for this February’s graduation, according to Mohamed Fata, the graduating senior who drafted and organized the petition.
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At press time Thursday morning, 164 graduating seniors had signed a petition protesting plans to limit the number of tickets available for this February’s graduation, according to Mohamed Fata, the graduating senior who drafted and organized the petition.
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October 23, 2005SU vice president assumes official role before the end of his social probation
Mohamed Fathy, Student Union (SU) vice president, violated university regulations by taking over the position nearly a month before the end of his social probation on Wednesday, Oct. 12.
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Mohamed Fathy, Student Union (SU) vice president, violated university regulations by taking over the position nearly a month before the end of his social probation on Wednesday, Oct. 12.
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October 23, 2005SIFE team promotes free enterprise internationally
Ten AUC students flew to Toronto on Oct.1 as part of the university’s Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) delegation to represent Egypt against 47 other countries.
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Ten AUC students flew to Toronto on Oct.1 as part of the university’s Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) delegation to represent Egypt against 47 other countries.
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October 23, 2005Foreign students debunk handbook
The first things many international students read before arriving in Egypt are that friendly relations with the opposite sex are not permitted, there is a lack of medical supplies, and that students may suffer from depression because of extreme culture shock.
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The first things many international students read before arriving in Egypt are that friendly relations with the opposite sex are not permitted, there is a lack of medical supplies, and that students may suffer from depression because of extreme culture shock.
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October 23, 2005‘Cairo and its People’ displayed in Rare Books
Concealed within the walls of AUC’s Rare Books and Special Collections Library, a collection of work by the famous photographers, Sir K.A.C. Creswell and Van Leo, is now on display in, ‘Cairo and its People.’
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Concealed within the walls of AUC’s Rare Books and Special Collections Library, a collection of work by the famous photographers, Sir K.A.C. Creswell and Van Leo, is now on display in, ‘Cairo and its People.’
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Inside Scoop
October 23, 2005‘Al Mahrusa’ unveils the corruption of the Egyptian judicial system
A murder, a power struggle and corruption are the tantalizing themes featured in the new Arabic play Al-Mahrusa, directed by Mahmoud El- Lozy. The play will be performed on Oct. 20-21 as well as Oct. 24-27 at Falaki’s main stage theater.
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A murder, a power struggle and corruption are the tantalizing themes featured in the new Arabic play Al-Mahrusa, directed by Mahmoud El- Lozy. The play will be performed on Oct. 20-21 as well as Oct. 24-27 at Falaki’s main stage theater.
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October 23, 2005Dorm lounge hosts game show
The AUC Zamalek residence was transformed into a den of laughter, fun and competition as 15 teams of two players each battled in the ultimate game show last Wednesday to win a voucher for a dinner at Chili’s.
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The AUC Zamalek residence was transformed into a den of laughter, fun and competition as 15 teams of two players each battled in the ultimate game show last Wednesday to win a voucher for a dinner at Chili’s.
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October 23, 2005Sakia: An under-the-bridge Ramadan haven
A breathtaking view of the Nile lies before you. The warm breeze hits your face and music plays in the background. You can’t help but lean back on the couch, take a breath of fresh air and smile.
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A breathtaking view of the Nile lies before you. The warm breeze hits your face and music plays in the background. You can’t help but lean back on the couch, take a breath of fresh air and smile.
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October 23, 2005Davidson sets new bar for criminal law students
Charles Robert Davidson is one of his kind in the political science department, being the only international and criminal law professor. Not only is he a pioneer in this field, but he also boasts an international teaching portfolio and passion for law.
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Charles Robert Davidson is one of his kind in the political science department, being the only international and criminal law professor. Not only is he a pioneer in this field, but he also boasts an international teaching portfolio and passion for law.
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Editorial
October 23, 2005The Voice
Despite the fact that he knew he had a month left of his social probation, Mohamed Fathy took over as the SU vice president in mid-September, and felt it to be perfectly acceptable.
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Despite the fact that he knew he had a month left of his social probation, Mohamed Fathy took over as the SU vice president in mid-September, and felt it to be perfectly acceptable.
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Letters to the Editor
October 23, 2005Psych professor commends Caravan on fifth issue
Well done this week on the Caravan. Whatever you did to motivate the students to write on significant topics worked. It was interesting to read and I found the stories about what is happening around AUC with graduation and other issues compelling. Way to go.
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Well done this week on the Caravan. Whatever you did to motivate the students to write on significant topics worked. It was interesting to read and I found the stories about what is happening around AUC with graduation and other issues compelling. Way to go.
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October 23, 2005Student complains about AUC‘s declaration policy
AUC’s strict declaration system can change students’ goals and futures, putting too much pressure on them to get high GPAs in order to be accepted into the major they want.
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AUC’s strict declaration system can change students’ goals and futures, putting too much pressure on them to get high GPAs in order to be accepted into the major they want.
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October 23, 2005AUC’s ‘anti-anonymous’ grading system questioned
One of the things that surprised me as I began my life as a freshmen – or ‘freshwoman’ (a bad joke I heard on my first day) – was the anti-anonymous system used in this university. In my high school, teachers were forced by the school’s system to correct a student’s paper or exam without knowing any information about the student. This system was done by ...
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One of the things that surprised me as I began my life as a freshmen – or ‘freshwoman’ (a bad joke I heard on my first day) – was the anti-anonymous system used in this university. In my high school, teachers were forced by the school’s system to correct a student’s paper or exam without knowing any information about the student. This system was done by ...
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October 23, 2005Op-Ed columns should be more compelling
In general I feel the Caravan columns this semester leave a lot to be desired. They tend to state the obvious or simply repeat issues that we have heard a zillion times before. I implore Caravan editor-in-chief Amira El-Gawly to be more demandinig of these columnists and stamp out laziness. El-Gawly has done an astonishing job this semester in every other aspect of the ...
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In general I feel the Caravan columns this semester leave a lot to be desired. They tend to state the obvious or simply repeat issues that we have heard a zillion times before. I implore Caravan editor-in-chief Amira El-Gawly to be more demandinig of these columnists and stamp out laziness. El-Gawly has done an astonishing job this semester in every other aspect of the ...
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October 23, 2005Cartoonist responds to criticism by Economics chair
I would like to respond to the letter written by the reader offended by my cartoon “Our ethical pattern…in a nutshell,” for it is apparent that she has completely misinterpreted the message (which I have to say is not my responsibility as an artist, because I represent my idea and yet leave space for reciprocation by the viewer depending on individual perception).
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I would like to respond to the letter written by the reader offended by my cartoon “Our ethical pattern…in a nutshell,” for it is apparent that she has completely misinterpreted the message (which I have to say is not my responsibility as an artist, because I represent my idea and yet leave space for reciprocation by the viewer depending on individual perception).
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October 23, 2005Student leaders stand united against three invites
To the AUC community - faculty, staff, and students: The commencement ceremony is one of those occasions that all students and their families look forward to, for they know they will always remember and cherish it. This is the crowning moment of their academic life. In fact, many would argue that families, especially parents, are keener on attending their children’s graduation ...
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To the AUC community - faculty, staff, and students: The commencement ceremony is one of those occasions that all students and their families look forward to, for they know they will always remember and cherish it. This is the crowning moment of their academic life. In fact, many would argue that families, especially parents, are keener on attending their children’s graduation ...
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October 23, 2005Petition-writer ‘astonished’ at administrative decision
There are no words that can describe my feelings towards graduation. It is a mixture of sadness - to leave an institution that was a main contributor in shaping who and what I am today, through the numerous activities and events that I have participated in throughout my eleven semesters at AUC; and happiness - that I will become an active member of the labor force, ...
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There are no words that can describe my feelings towards graduation. It is a mixture of sadness - to leave an institution that was a main contributor in shaping who and what I am today, through the numerous activities and events that I have participated in throughout my eleven semesters at AUC; and happiness - that I will become an active member of the labor force, ...
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Columns
October 23, 2005Women, take thy right
Several opposition parties have formed an alliance, called, The National Front for Change, in the upcoming Egyptian parliamentary elections to break National Democratic Party (NDP) stranglehold on seats in the People’s Assembly. Many describe this as a well-planned, action-oriented strategy.
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Several opposition parties have formed an alliance, called, The National Front for Change, in the upcoming Egyptian parliamentary elections to break National Democratic Party (NDP) stranglehold on seats in the People’s Assembly. Many describe this as a well-planned, action-oriented strategy.
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Funnies
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Extras
15th DAY OF RAMADAN - 11:05 A.M.
Fadi Wissa, a biology and computer science senior, strumming away the hours before his next class with friend Heba Matta, left, and sister Amira Wissa, right, on Greek campus last Tuesday. (Joshua Adland / THE CARAVAN)
Fadi Wissa, a biology and computer science senior, strumming away the hours before his next class with friend Heba Matta, left, and sister Amira Wissa, right, on Greek campus last Tuesday. (Joshua Adland / THE CARAVAN)
