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American University to end COVID-19 vaccine mandate and PCR test distribution in May

By Jordan Young · Tuesday, March 7, 2023

Vaccines and boosters will be strongly recommended and rapid tests will be available

In a pinball machine: Students allege American University violated Title IX laws and University policies relating to retaliation, no-contact orders and accommodations

By Abigail Turner · Thursday, March 2, 2023

Students allege American University violated Title IX law and University policies relating to retaliation, no-contact orders and accommodations

Students hold second protest for University response to sexual violence

By Mackenzie Konjoyan and Ella Rousseau · Wednesday, March 1, 2023

For the second time in three months, students protested, addressing what they said was inaction in implementing demands created in response to a sexual assault that took place in Leonard Hall on Oct. 31.

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Five years since Parkland shooting, DC vigil is a forum for reflection and solutions

By Abigail Hatting | February 22

Parkland survivors and gun violence prevention activists speak on what has and hasn’t changed

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Investigation found person potentially responsible for racist language written on Bender Library whiteboard

By Abigail Turner and Katie Mass | February 20

Office of the Dean of Students determining potential violations of conduct code

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University announces search for vice president of student affairs and vice president of undergraduate enrollment

By Nina Heller | February 10

Andrea Felder to be interim vice president of undergraduate enrollment, Sarah Baldassaro to be interim vice president of student affairs and inclusive excellence and Andrew Toczydlowski to serve as interim chief of staff

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Popular DC bagel chain Call Your Mother opens new location near AU

By Abigail Hatting | February 10

Call Your Mother moves into Little Red Fox’s old location near Tenleytown

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Neighbors weigh in on new athletic center at community forum

By Katie Mass | February 1

New construction will include the Meltzer Center for Athletic Performance and Sports Center Annex

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Burwell floated among picks for next head of National Economic Council

By Nina Heller | January 30

Burwell has no plans to leave AU, officials said

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Fanta Aw to depart role as VP in March

By Jordan Young | January 5

AU to immediately begin searching for candidates to fill role

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The people who find, investigate and sue polluters on the Potomac

By Gabe Castro-Root | December 9

With threats to the Clean Water Act looming, the Potomac’s riverkeepers are at risk of losing a key tool for protecting DC’s watershed

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More recent food safety inspections reveal health code violations in Mary Graydon Center and Starbucks

By Jordan Young | December 7

Reports show violations that were previously fixed to be out of compliance with health regulations again

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National Cathedral honors Matthew Shepard with newly dedicated portrait

By Clair Sapilewski | December 7

The portrait was presented in the Cathedral’s Crypt as part of a day of events reflecting on his life

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Second major development to bring hundreds of apartments to Wisconsin Avenue

By Gabe Castro-Root | December 6

Upton Place will open next year with new shops and a variety of amenities for residents

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AU announces plan to increase transparency on dining issues after facing violations of health and safety regulations

By Zoe Bell | December 1

Plan includes posting health and safety inspections and reports and addressing findings from DC Health, officials said

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Graduate student petitions for WMATA to repair Grosvenor-Strathmore station elevator

By Clair Sapilewski | November 30

Elevator rehabilitation at the Metro station has prevented disabled passengers from accessing the platform for months

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Lockdown in Tenleytown area lifted after gunshots reported outside of Jackson-Reed High School

By Jordan Young | November 18

Increased security around the Frequency Apartments, Tenleytown metro and WCL throughout weekend

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Students split on new Metro bill amid widespread delays

By Ella Rousseau | November 11

A $100 SmarTrip stipend in the DC Council bill is enticing for some, while others disagree with the proposition

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Adams Morgan hosts third Pedestrian Zone

By Natasha LaChac | November 10

Event intended to promote economic recovery for local Adams Morgan businesses

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Election results from Ward 3 and around DC

By Gabe Castro-Root and Abigail Hatting | November 10

A new DC Councilmember for Ward 3 and a tipped minimum wage increase are among the major outcomes so far

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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