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Following tumultuous first online semester, student-run clubs talk lessons learned

By Mina Allen · Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021

AU clubs discuss and reflect on switching their platforms to fully online last semester

Cory Booker speaks about democracy, community and reconciliation at virtual event

By Sarah Mattalian · Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021

SPA dialogue series will focus on “democratic vitality”

AU student becomes first ROTC Cadet from D.C. to enter Space Force

By Zoe Kallenekos · Friday, Jan. 29, 2021

“I am really looking forward to creating something that’s very different than what’s ever been done before.”

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IFC announces two reform plans to combat systemic, institutional barriers within Greek life

By Zoe Bell | January 28

AU students reflect on the effectiveness of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts

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AU Undergraduate Senate elects sophomore Ishita Jamar as speaker

By Ben Johansen | January 25

Jamar held the positions of senator for the class of 2023 and senator for the campus-at-large

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Sen. Cory Booker to speak at Jan. 29 virtual event

By Kate Corliss | January 25

Conversation will be the first in a series of dialogues moderated by SPA professor

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AU moves spring and summer 2021 alternative breaks online

By Asher Weinstein and Sarah Mattalian | January 19

Online experience reduces risk of spreading COVID-19 to local residents, leader says

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Spring 2021 plan leaves students fighting to reinstate spring break

By Gianna Matassa | January 19

AU replaced spring break with “Wellness Week”

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AU launches virtual 2021 Martin Luther King Day of Service Challenge

By Daniella Ignacio | January 18

Program leader and volunteer with the Center for Community Engagement and Service discuss MLK’s legacy, importance of giving back

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Winona LaDuke discusses biodiversity and renewable energy at AUSG Women’s Initiative event

By Jordan Young | January 2

The event was co-sponsored by the American University Office of Sustainability, the AU Women & Politics Institute, Fossil Free AU and the AU Department of Critical Race, Gender and Culture Studies

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After virtual semester, KPU looks ahead

By Nina Heller | December 18

Looking back at a semester of high-profile speakers and successful student engagement

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AUSG encourages students to report professors who require on-camera participation

By Sarah Mattalian and Ben Johansen | December 6

SG president also urges professors to accommodate international students dealing with time differences

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AU students battle stress amid tense political climate

By Jordan Young | December 3

Counseling center expands services and professors enact more lenient policies in order to help students cope with stress

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AU’s SASA hosts annual Jalwa Show

By Alisha Chhangani | December 2

“Zoom Machale” celebrates South Asian diaspora virtually

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Bob Woodward discusses his reporting process, the media’s influence on politics at KPU event

By Kate Corliss | December 1

School of Communication co-sponsored the event

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Andrea Mitchell announced as commencement speaker for virtual December ceremony

By Sara Winick and Gloria Li | November 20

American University announced Tuesday that journalist Andrea Mitchell will be the commencement speaker for the online graduation ceremony for summer and fall 2020 graduates. Mitchell, NBC News’ chief foreign affairs correspondent and host of MSNBC’s “Andrea Mitchell Reports,” will be a ...

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Clubs find ways to create community virtually

By Isabella Goodman | November 20

From virtual concerts to lobbying from bedrooms, students stay connected through clubs

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Resident assistants reflect on online semesters, lack of campus housing

By Rebeka Rafi | November 20

Resident assistants reflect on online semesters, lack of campus housing

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AU implements a new resource for virtual mental health services

By Sarah Mattalian and Ben Johansen | November 19

Students can use YOU@American to assess and track their quality of health

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Arab and Muslim studies professor discusses Palestinian human rights at AU event

By Eliza Schloss | November 13

Professor Rabab Abdulhadi encouraged students to pursue activism as "labor of love"

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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