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Opinion: Mandatory testing at American University is necessary

By Allie Grande · Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022

In the wake of the Omicron variant, testing can ensure the health of all students and outside communities

District of Cinema Episode 17: Deciphering 'Drive My Car' and comforting Koz

By Olivia Kozlevcar , Tristan Au and Spenser Hoover · Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022

The trio discuss how 'Drive My Car' excels, and preview its potential success at the Oscars

Burwell talks college and COVID-19 ahead of return to in-person classes

By Zoe Kallenekos · Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022

Burwell discusses new masking requirements and reflects on lessons learned during the pandemic

Sports

Analysis: Fumbling the playoffs, Baltimore style

By Evan Maynard | February 2

How the Baltimore Ravens’ seemingly guaranteed postseason slot fell through the cracks

Sports

From inside the Georgetown Flea Market, it sure seems like DC is a sports town

By Marco Gacina | February 2

Fans can find retro apparel, memorabilia and good conversation at the weekly market

News

How DC is celebrating and honoring Lunar New Year during the pandemic

By Hannah Langenfeld and Samantha Myers | February 2

The Kennedy Center and the Chinese American Museum host a vibrant winter lantern display and cultural activities

Coronavirus

BREAKING: AU shortens isolation period, expanded testing announced

By Olivia Kozlevcar | February 1

University expected to announce surveillance testing guidelines Friday

Sports

Analysis: The Washington Football Team to finally unveil new name

By Hannah Newlon-Trujillo | February 1

Did the WFT inadvertently reveal the team’s new name and logo?

News

University removes decommissioned campus smokestacks over winter break

By Olivia Alafriz | February 1

Removal concludes AU’s transition to a greener heating system

Sports

American University 69, Navy 60: Eagles pull away in second half

By Alex Walulik | February 1

It wasn’t pretty, but AU edged Navy to move to 12-6 on the season

News

The Counseling Center shares new initiatives to meet student needs by diversifying staff

By Phoebe Damsky | February 1

This year hosts the most diverse staff in the center's history, center says

Opinion

Staff Editorial: University’s communication during online classes marks a disconnect with a diverse student body

By The Eagle Editorial Board | January 31

Multiple petitions across the student body reflect that the University is not listening

News

Discrimination lawsuit against AU by student moves forward

By Mina Allen | January 31

DC federal district court granted discovery in a lawsuit involving a 2019 mental health incident and AUPD

Sports

Eagles disarm Holy Cross Crusaders 67-49

By Ben Morse | January 31

Strong offensive output seals it for the Eagles

Coronavirus

COVID-19 testing explained: AU continues partnership with Shield T3 for spring semester

By Zoe Bell | January 31

University spokesperson cites $1 million cost to build testing clinic, 1:1 testing style

News

New indoor vaccine requirement presents few challenges for DC businesses in first week

By Gabe Castro-Root | January 28

DC employees say checking proof of vaccination has been mostly painless, though some still have concerns

News

Incoming Tenleytown Wegmans adds to list of part-time job opportunities for AU students

By Grace Harman | January 28

Students can seek convenient part-time employment in and around AU

News

Title VI investigation opened over AUx2 Black affinity sections

By Abigail Turner and Abigail Pritchard | January 28

University cooperating with Office of Civil Rights Investigation after external complaint

Coronavirus

BREAKING: University updates mask requirement: KN95, N95 or KF94 masks now required indoors

By Abigail Pritchard | January 27

Previous guidelines told students KN95 masks were “expected,” but not required

Podcast

Section 202 Episode 1: Welcome to Section 202

By Lee Clarke , Liah Argiropoulos , Andrew Powers and Ian Gundersen | January 27

Listen to episode one of The Eagle's newest sports culture podcast

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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