Delivering American University's news and views since 1925 | Monday, June 5, 2023
1000 items found for your search. If no results were found please broaden your search.
Walking into a room filled with red and pink balloons, the exciting, social atmosphere and sense of support is heartwarming. American University’s Asian American Student Union hosted a Valentine’s Day event on Feb. 15, where students could bring their friends for a fun celebration and learn more about AASU’s mission and upcoming events.
The following piece is satire and should not be misconstrued for actual reporting. Any resemblance to a student, staff or faculty member is coincidental.
Dime a Dozen brings energy and excitement with ValenDimes a cappella concert Four American University a cappella groups came together to perform a Valentine's Day-themed concert for a roaring crowd of energetic students, friends and family on Feb. 11 at Kay Spiritual Life Center.
Five years have passed since 17 students and staff were killed in a shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.
A vigil put on by the American University Student Government in honor of Tyre Nichols, who died Jan. 10 as a result of multiple beatings by Memphis police officers, was hosted late evening Feb. 15.
Escapism can be found everywhere; however, it doesn’t seem to be a main topic of conversation in the world of sports. It is overwhelming to think that in almost everything we do, we can escape within the activity itself into some imaginative state. Depending on the person, escapism can be either positive, negative, or both, depending on how often and why they are choosing to escape their reality. According to American University runner Ana Keene, escapism can be productive when one’s intentions align with good reasoning.
In response to an instance of sexual assault in Leonard Hall that resulted in an outcry from the American University community, the University announced in November 2022 that the Community Working Group on Preventing and Responding to Sexual Harassment and Violence would be formed to address campus concerns.
The American University men’s basketball team (15-12) matched up against the Lehigh Mountain Hawks (15-12) on Saturday for senior day at Bender Arena, losing a close game 62-59 despite almost coming back from a 14-point deficit.
The American University wrestling team (7-11) lost to the Binghamton Bearcats (5-12) in their Feb. 17 dual at Bender Arena (19-13). Before the meet, the team honored its five seniors and graduate students in their final home dual of the season. The supporter crowd was large at 350 attendees, likely thanks to the raffle for SZA concert tickets.
American University officials announced that an investigation identified a person potentially responsible for a racist message found written on a Bender Library white board more than a week ago, according to a Monday email.
“scream
The American University women’s basketball team (6-19) lost to the Bucknell Bison (12-13) in their Feb. 15 game at Bender Arena 64-52. Captains senior forward Lauren Stack and junior forward Emily Johns led the team in scoring with 18 and 11 points, respectively.
The AU wrestling team (7-10) extended their losing streak at home falling 28-13 to the Air Force Falcons (8-4) in Bender Arena on Sunday, despite three individual wins. The team also fell to Lock Haven 24-9 on Saturday.
The American University Muslim Student Association participated in a Feb. 13 rally on Capitol Hill organized by the Cornell Muslim Educational and Cultural Association and other organizations to advocate for Uyghur rights.
Hosts Liah Argiropoulos and Marco Gacina, with special guest Noah Peretz, discuss their winners and losers of the NBA trade deadline, if the Wizards should retire John Wall's jersey, and if certain players need to stay on the bench for contenders instead of trying to be stars elsewhere.
The 65th Grammy Awards were full of shocking losses, heartwarming tributes and record-breaking wins. Host Trevor Noah was funny but understated throughout, allowing each musician to have their moment. Some highlights of the night include Beyoncé officially being crowned as the artist with the most Grammys ever and Viola Davis earning EGOT status with a Grammy win for her audiobook, “Finding Me: A Memoir.”
As part of the many events in the D.C. area this Black History Month, Politics and Prose hosted a series of talks and readings focusing on topics related to the experiences of Black people in America from Feb. 2-7. These readings act as a starting rather than an ending point for valued and necessary conversations.
The following piece is satire and should not be misconstrued for actual reporting. Any resemblance to a student, staff or faculty member is coincidental.
The American University men’s basketball team (15-11) faced off against the Holy Cross Crusaders (9-18) at Black History Month Celebration night in Bender Arena.
1. Canto pal que esta despierto por Muerdo
