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AU program provides volunteer-based academic programs for retirees

By Ella Altman · Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is where ‘curiosity never retires’

DC shakes the nation awake at ‘No Kings’

By Yuri Perelman and Rachel Novick · Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025

‘We here to be serious, but we also here to have a great time’

Satire: How to spread terrorist misogynistic propaganda: A travel influencer’s guide to Afghanistan (and other logical fallacies)

By Faiza Mujahid · Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025

Featuring ad hominem, straw man, red herring, slippery slope and more!

News

Howling fall fun

By Ella Altman | November 3

Pups and pumpkins bring festivity to the quad

Art

AU Department of History’s inaugural book exchange connected students to faculty

By Katy Edwards | November 3

The exchange offered free books for student feedback on the department

Sports

Eagles clinch postseason berth with 2-1 win over Boston University

By Ben Cunningham | November 3

A gutsy defensive performance puts American alone atop the Patriot League

Opinion

Satire: American University to install spotted lanternfly memorial

By Teddi Papish | October 31

‘They had wives and children’

Silver Screen

REVIEW: ‘HIM’ is a game that loses its soul

By Taylor Meredith | October 31

The supernatural sports drama questions what we worship in the name of greatness

Opinion

Opinion: Trump turns counterterror law into a weapon

By Quinn Volpe | October 31

If Trump is not checked, his weaponization of ‘domestic terrorism’ will put millions at risk.

Local

Local DC student builds initiative to combat loneliness in hospitals and nursing homes

By Jumana Alsaadoon | October 31

High school senior Patrick Kaufmann marks 5 years of leading schools in creating Valentine’s Day cards

Silver Screen

REVIEW: ‘Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale’

By Vaughan Noble | October 30

The iconic English drama draws to a close after an impressive 14-year run

Sports

Women’s soccer drops physical match to Navy

By Max Ralph | October 29

Navy tops the Eagles thanks to a pair of early second-half goals

Silver Screen

Review: ‘The Smashing Machine’ shows a new side of The Rock

By Mina O’Dell | October 29

Dwayne Johnson stars in jazzy drama about MMA legend Mark Kerr alongside Emily Blunt

Features

Meet the AU Running Club

By Madeleine Olive Beal Redd | October 29

The Eagle’s October profile of the month

Lifestyle

Inside the concert outfit industrial complex

By Lakeisha Waichungo and Sophia McCann | October 29

A deeper look at the wacky world of concert fashion

Sports

Field hockey triumphs in resounding victory against Tigers

By Molly Moloney | October 28

Eagles score 5 and keep a clean sheet in dominant display

Lifestyle

SPA interim dean and alum discuss ‘The Zen Lobbyist’

By Mila Le | October 28

Gary Jacobs’ newest book blends wellness practices with calls for systemic change

News

The Fridge plans to reopen on Capitol Hill by early next year

By Sophie Milner-Gorvine | October 28

‘It’s a place for the art to live and breathe’

Sports

Field hockey triumphs in penultimate home game against Bucknell

By Sela Quiniones | October 27

Eagles are lone team undefeated in conference play

Lifestyle

REVIEW: ‘The Life of a Showgirl’

By Vaughan Noble | October 27

Taylor Swift’s 12th album derails, as the seemingly out-of-touch pop star reflects on her turbulent years on stage.

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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