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UPDATE: ‘A robust opportunity for the community:’ New discrimination and Title IX policy published without campus-wide announcement

By Ella Altman and Hannah Pietropaolo · Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025

Community members share grievances with University’s potentially harmful changes

Examining The Eagle’s past: A commitment to accountability

By The Eagle’s DEI Committee · Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025

Ongoing DEI committee project examines past harmful reporting and editorial practices

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Sine Institute Poll finds many young Americans believe in importance of learning AI

By Kadie Fishman · Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025

Fourth annual survey focuses on higher education, AI

Features

Professor Sherri Williams book on ‘Black Twitter’ explores impacts of digital activism

By Abigail Hatting | December 16

‘The power to get shows taken off the air and to block them from ever getting on the air’

Sports

Column: Why were AU sports so successful this fall?

By Cameron Harris | December 16

Despite not having much to show for it, the Eagles soared this semester

Investigation

AU’s annual security review of campus safety and crime data released this fall

By Olivia Wood | December 16

2024 had rise in criminal offenses compared to 2022 and 2023, and hate crime offenses compared to previous 10 years

Campus

Post-grad plans shift amid federal research and government cuts

By Siobhan Stubbe | December 16

As the fall semester comes to a close, some seniors are completing their time at American University and forging ahead into an uncertain future and unprecedented job market. Following the recent government shutdown and federal research cuts, the current job market presents instability and a shift in ...

Lifestyle

Czech Embassy’s annual Christmas Festival kicks off the holiday season

By Sasha Dafkova | December 12

District residents gather to experience Czech culture and get into the holiday spirit

Local

Americans react to White House renovation

By Siobhan Stubbe | December 12

Amid the government shutdown, White House began ballroom construction

Silver Screen

REVIEW: ‘Marty Supreme’

By Vaughan Noble | December 12

Josh Safdie’s solo comeback delivers a stylish, chaotic, and unexpectedly emotional rise-to-glory tale powered by Chalamet’s finest work

Investigation

A year of cuts and uncertainty for federally-funded research at AU amid DEI crackdown

By Natalie Hausmann | December 12

Over $3 million in STEM research grants terminated and foreign policy research program to be suspended

Silver Screen

Frames of a nation: The effects of Soviet and Russian film internationally

By Cliff Vacin | December 12

Exploring the foundation of the Soviet Union’s and Russia’s cinema

Opinion

Staff Editorial: AU’s rushed core overhaul threatens liberal arts identity

By The Eagle Editorial Board | December 12

90-day timeline and lack of student input raise questions about University priorities

Features

At the heart of the Election: Battleground Virginia students see democracy in action

By Caroline Shinney | December 12

AU students gain firsthand experience through their involvement in Virginia’s historical gubernatorial elections

Campus

What is The Civic Life Initiative?

By Sophia Cooper | December 12

A Deep Dive into President Alger’s vision for AU

Guest Columns

Opinion: AU’s unintentional war against racial affinity groups

By Sara Shibata | December 12

Impacted racial affinity clubs should have been consulted in the University’s compliance with anti-diversity orders

Lifestyle

Songwriters’ Hub: a tight-knit student community for original music on campus

By Alia Messina | December 12

The ensemble offers a multitude of resources for student bands and student songwriters

Local

Immigrant businesses in DC share story to success

By Kadie Fishman | December 12

‘It’s only their help and support that’s made it possible’

Sports

Explosive AU offense delivers Thanksgiving week success, finishing 3-1

By Matthias Jaylen Sandoval | December 11

Simpkins’ team averages over 80 points per game on the week, finishing second in the Capital Thanksgiving Classic.

Opinion

Opinion: Are we losing our curiosity?

By Adria Liwewe | December 11

We’re forgetting that there should be more to education and life than just job security

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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