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Black female artists are often underrepresented in the music industry. From being ignored by various publications to not being recognized at award shows, “challenge” is an understatement for many Black female artists in music — especially those who are upcoming or underground.
In the early 1990s, as Bikini Kill was playing what would become one of their most infamous shows, singer Kathleen Hanna yelled the legendary words “girls to the front!” and a movement started.
D.C. is a hub of possibilities, and colleges in the area pride themselves on students taking full advantage of it. Georgetown University highlights, “Our location in D.C. opens the door for students to intern,” and George Washington University uses words like “your dream internship” when describing the ease at which a student can find an internship in the heart of the capital. American University similarly states that, “One of the greatest advantages to studying in Washington, D.C. is the unparalleled access that you have to internships.” Our shuttle stops, like the one in front of Kogod, tote the high percentage of students who have partaken in an internship.
The American University lacrosse team (2-1) defeated the Howard Bison (0-3) in its Feb. 24 home opener 15-2 with goals from 11 different players.
Following two tragic mass shootings in California at Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay in January, Project Pengyou and the Korean and Hindu Student Associations held a vigil on campus honoring the victims. The Monterey Park massacre occurred during a Lunar New Year celebration, drawing fear from AAPI communities across the nation. As American University student groups created a safe space for mourning students, the University administration stood idly by.
The American University men’s basketball team (15-13) fell to the Navy Midshipmen (18-11) in Bender Arena 70-54 on Feb. 22 after not being able to maintain their momentum from the first half.
The American University Office of Campus Life held a “Treat Yourself” self-care event at The Bridge Cafe on Feb. 8 with activities like coloring and garland-making for students to enjoy.
Hosts Delaney Hoke and Penelope Jennings speak to their first guest, cheerleader Aspen Farnes, about her experiences as an AU student-athlete.
There are currently 363 Division I men’s basketball teams in the NCAA, but seeing every single DI team play is a feat previously thought to never have been accomplished. That is until 32-year-old Craig Caswell finished his exciting 12 year mission at American University for his 364th game.
Last semester, 11 fire alarms went off in the Centennial, Anderson and Letts Halls complex. According to emails that students received after alarms, more than half were intentional pulls, meaning that someone pulled the physical fire alarm and smoke did not cause the alert. Not only are these constant fire alarms annoying, but they make the living environment in the residence halls unsustainable for students’ livelihoods.
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.
