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As students settle into a new semester, many find themselves stuck in a work slump. Exploring new places to study — aside from the usual spots in Bender Library or residence hall — can help get out of that slump.
American University’s Public Relations Student Society of America chapter hosted their annual Icons of DC event on Sept. 19. The event, co-sponsored by the Phi Sigma Pi Honors Fraternity and the Kennedy Political Union, featured former Washington quarterback Doug Williams.
With the beginning of a new semester and building academic stress, it can be hard to wind down at the end of the day. To help you out, The Eagle has assembled a list of entertaining and nostalgic movies for the back to school season. Whether it’s a movie night with friends or laying in bed after a hard day of classes, these movies are perfect to celebrate a fresh start to the academic year.
The following piece is satire and should not be misconstrued for actual reporting. Any resemblance to a student, staff or faculty member is coincidental.
Men’s and women’s cross-country have competed at two invitationals so far this fall, and from the get-go, they appear to be an improved team from last season.
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin discussed the youth vote, the Republican “cult” and the future of American democracy at a town hall hosted by the School of Communication and Kennedy Political Union Sept. 14.
The NCAA Transfer Portal has significantly transformed college basketball. Starting in 2022, players were allowed to transfer to different schools and play immediately, rather than sitting out for a redshirt year. This change allowed players to seamlessly change schools.
Forecasts for torrential downpours did not stop Washington Commanders fans from showing up to the sold-out home opener against the Arizona Cardinals at FedEx Field Sept. 10. Commanders fans left elated after the Commanders won the game 20-16.
President Sylvia Burwell has acted as American University’s figurehead since 2017. In her first year, Burwell was praised by students and faculty for her increased visibility as compared to her predecessor and her comprehensive fundraising plan. Her time as president created positive change throughout campus, as AU became the first university to achieve carbon neutrality, built the new Hall of Science and vastly increased its endowment.
Megha Rastogi, a sophomore in the School of International Service, lives with an immunocompromised roommate. When she realized she’d been exposed to COVID-19, she looked everywhere for a test.
Editor’s Note: Some submissions have been lightly edited for length and clarity.
It’s been two years since Olivia Rodrigo took the world by storm with her debut album “SOUR.” The album put Rodrigo on the map for pop stardom, and listeners have been eagerly awaiting her follow-up to what some consider a near-perfect debut.
American University men’s soccer (0-1-1) hosted the Virginia Commonwealth Rams (0-1-2) on Sept. 1 for their home opener to the 2023 season at Reeve’s Field, which ended in a 2-2 draw.
As American University students return to campus navigating new meal plans, they are also adapting to a new restaurant scene. Subway and Starbucks received major upgrades while new locations opened on campus, including Panera and, soon, Qdoba.
American University men’s soccer (0-2-1) lost to the West Virginia Mountaineers (4-0) 2-1 at Reeves Field on Sept. 5. The game, originally scheduled for 4 p.m., was pushed up to 11:30 a.m. due to expected heat index values of up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit in the D.C. area.
The American University volleyball team (5-1) hosted a round robin tournament on Sept. 1 and 2 at Bender Arena where they went undefeated.
The American University men’s basketball team played against Italian basketball academies in a nine-day tour of Italy from Aug. 14 to Aug. 23.
Over 150 of the District’s top restaurants participated in Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week, from Aug. 28 to Sept. 3, where patrons could try their menus at a fixed and discounted price.
When President Sylvia Burwell was first announced as American University’s next leader, The Eagle identified her as the first woman to hold the position. As she enters her final year in the role, she has gotten more comfortable with the identifier.
The American University women’s soccer team (0-2-2) tied the Longwood University Lancers (1-1-2) 0-0 in their game at Reeves Field on Tuesday Aug 29.
