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Stand-up shot by Travis Maiers
More than 5,000 people participated in the 26th annual AIDS Walk in Washington, D.C. Whitman-Walker Health organized the event, which raises money for HIV/AIDS research. An estimated 3 percent of adults in D.C. are diagnosed with the virus.
Camera: Shefali Kapadia, Emma Jackson, Christine Schiefer
The Reflecting Pool by the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. reopens after a two-year renovation project to fix leaks and improve circulation. Yet one month later, algae is already growing in the pool. Visitors to the National Mall express their thoughts on the algae.
Stand-up shot by Chanel Sedeno
Burmese Democracy Leader Daw Aung San Suu Kyi visits American University and receives her honorary degree.
Camera: Dan Pasquale
AU in Motion is a student run dance group at American University. The group puts on a showcase twice a year, featuring dances of several different styles choreographed by students. AU Junior Becca Nelson choreographed this dance, a contemporary jazz piece to Beyonce’s song “I Was Here.”
Camera: JC Tecklenburg
A young woman, Jyoti Singh Pandey, was brutally attacked and gang-raped on a public bus in New Delhi, India. The South Asian Student Association (SASA) at American University held a service and vigil for victims of sexual violence around the world.
Camera: Geet Jeswani
March 1st is the National Day of Action for Education. D.C. students march through downtown Washington protesting current policies regarding higher education. The protesters gathered in McPherson Square and ended their march in front of the Department of Education.
Camera: Michael Conte
The Presidential Innovation Fellows program brings together experts from across the country to solve some of the nation’s toughest challenges.
Bill Clinton visits American University to speak to students and receive the award as “Wonk of the Year.” View a series of highlights from his speech.
Camera: Matt Carter
SHEFALI KAPADIA 