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Metrobus service cuts leave commuters and students stranded

By Olivia Alafriz · Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022

WMATA temporarily reduces Metrobus service in response to Omicron variant, further straining an already limited transit system

District of Cinema Episode 15: Unpacking "Paper Moon" and the secret Golden Globes

By Olivia Kozlevcar , Tristan Au and Spenser Hoover · Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022

"The crew discuss Peter Bogdanovich's 1973 classic, then dive into the HFPA controversy

AU men’s basketball takes down Bucknell

By Marco Gacina · Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022

Colin Smalls masterclass helps Eagles notch first Patriot League win over Bison

Coronavirus

At-home tests explained: AU students can order free COVID-19 tests to their dorm rooms

By Zoe Bell | January 19

Confused by the household limit? Here's The Eagle's guide to getting your tests today

News

Student Government unanimously passes four referendums pertaining to University coronavirus policy

By Abigail Turner | January 18

Students to vote on referendums on Wednesday in special election

Opinion

Staff Editorial: Student body deserves transparency on COVID-19 protocols and accountability

By The Eagle Editorial Board | January 17

Administration has shifted responsibility onto the disabled community to advocate for their own health and safety

Coronavirus

Students reflect on difficulties with COVID-19 returning from fall study abroad programs

By Nina Heller | January 17

'There was no plan'

Sports

American University 52, Holy Cross 39: Eagles emerge in second-half effort

By Alex Walulik | January 14

AU pulled away from Holy Cross behind a second half defensive effort

News

Student petition aims to install vending machines stocked with emergency contraception on campus

By Kate Corliss and Abigail Pritchard | January 14

Movement hopes to increase accessibility and destigmatize sexual health

Sports

AU men’s basketball gets blown out by Boston University

By Marco Gacina | January 13

Shorthanded Eagles lose 79-53 to the Terriers

News

On the Record: Diving into The Eagle’s reporting priorities

By Nina Heller | January 12

New year, same commitment to bringing you the news

Sports

American University 66, Colgate 52: Eagles cruise past Raiders behind Jade Edwards in second half

By Alex Walulik | January 11

AU rejected Colgate in the second half to move to 8-3 on the season

Coronavirus

BREAKING: AU to keep 10-day isolation period for COVID-19 positive community members

By Sara Winick | January 10

University won’t provide tuition or housing discount during month of online operations, among updates

Sports

COVID-depleted Eagles fall to full strength Lehigh

By Ben Morse | January 10

Free throws and poor second-half shooting negate a 19 point AU lead in the first half

News

Disabled Student Union petitions AU administrators for frequent, mandatory COVID-19 testing

By Abigail Pritchard | January 10

Petition receives over 1,600 signatures and backing of several student organizations

News

Club Feature: AU Beekeeping Society creates space for students to cultivate sustainability on campus

By Maya Cederlund | January 7

Environmentally-conscious students get their hands dirty to make a difference

Guest Columns

Opinion: COVID-19 is a challenge. It’s time we accept it

By Jane Caroline Fusco | January 7

As we enter the third year of the pandemic, we need to stay vigilant – even if it means making hard choices

Features

Club Feature: About Sex Work AU works to destigmatize the industry through education

By Abigail Turner | January 6

New club on campus informs AU students on the history and proper terminology of sex work

Coronavirus

Students voice concerns about protections for disabled community, logistics of remote operations at student government’s Q&A

By Kate Corliss | January 5

‘It is not the plan for us to stay virtual’ for entire semester, says SG President Brodie

Sports