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In the wake of ongoing Metro shortages, students face difficulties in commutes

By Riley Gillis · Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021

Reduced service causing frustration, added commute time

Centennial Hall houses its first class of freshmen after extensive summer 2021 renovations

By Kate Corliss · Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021

Remodeled suite bathrooms, lounge spaces stand out to first-year students

District of Cinema Episode 11: Party with Pixar

By Olivia Kozlevcar , Tristan Au and Spenser Hoover · Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021

Eagle writers Sara Winick and Liah Argiropoulos join in to talk about their favorite Pixar movies and the Pixar theory

Opinion

Satire: Students forget how to take notes by hand

By Nora Sullivan | November 17

‘I haven’t written anything down in two years’

Guest Columns

Opinion: Night classes pose safety risk

By Greta Mauch | November 17

I joined AU for a specific program but taking the majority of my required classes means I commute at midnight

Coronavirus

BREAKING: DC will lift current indoor mask mandate on Nov. 22

By Nina Heller | November 16

Masks still required in certain circumstances

Sports

Eagles field hockey falls to Iowa in the first round of the NCAA Championships

By Owen Dunn | November 16

The loss snaps AU’s 8-game winning streak

Opinion

Opinion: Having poor manners is a sign of privilege

By Emily Brignand | November 16

The privilege of AU students shows in their lack of manners or respect toward staff

Sports

The Eagles fall in Patriot League championship

By Lee Clarke | November 16

A hard-fought battle goes down to the wire between the first and second seed teams

Features

After publishing opposing opinion articles on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, professor and student start friendship

By Nina Heller | November 16

‘Speaking to each other is the best way of building bridges’

News

REVIEW: ‘Rent’ at Signature Theatre blows the dust off a contemporary classic rock musical

By Mike Pesoli | November 15

Set amid a public health crisis and economic instability, ‘Rent’ offers modern audiences an opportunity to reflect on current times

Sports

Eagles out-fox Marist in the men’s basketball season opener

By Ben Morse | November 15

Overtime thriller came down to free throws

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News

Confetti cafe brings sweet treats to Tenleytown

By Elliott Parrish | November 15

AU alum-run business offers student discounts and cookie creations

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News

CBS senior White House correspondent speaks about covering presidential administrations

By Abigail Turner | November 15

Kennedy Political Union and the School of Communication host Weijia Jiang

News

‘We’ll be back!’: American University staff once again protest for improved wages and working conditions

By Mina Allen | November 12

After October negotiations, staff expressed the necessity for urgent changes

News

A college student’s guide to keeping plants in a dorm room

By Olivia Barclay | November 12

Learn about what plants are best suited for your dorm room and tips on how to care for them

News

SG launches annual yearbook initiative

By Abigail Turner | November 12

Initiative to utilize $56,000 of student money for 1,700 students

Sports

Eagles advance to Patriot League championship for the second season in a row

By Lee Clarke | November 12

A high scoring back-and-forth game ends with an Eagles victory

News

REVIEW: AU Improv’s kickoff performance fills theater with a full audience and laughter

By Kylie Bill | November 11

From reenacting the ‘Bee Movie’ to helping a pastor find true love, AU Improv creates community through comedy

Opinion

Satire: Library books disappointed no one checks them out anymore

By Owen Boice | November 11

Tensions rise as rogue books take action

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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