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Review of Jacob Lawrence’s ‘The American Struggle’

By Audrey Barnett · Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021

Lawrence’s ‘The American Struggle’ serves as an important reminder of the biases evident within storytelling

Opinion: Unpaid, for-credit internship tuition exploits students

By Alexis Bernstein · Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021

AU discriminates against low-income students with internship credit policies

AU field hockey has a fresh outlook for fall 2021

By Liah Argiropoulos · Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021

With an optimistic preseason behind them, the Eagles are ready to return to the field

Multimedia

For the first time since March 2020, Eagles head back to campus

By The Eagle Staff | August 30

A look into academics, campus life, vaccines and sports this semester

Sports

Back on track: 2021 volleyball season preview

By Andrew Powers | August 30

Eagles look to get back to ring chasing after disappointing 2020 season

Sports

New swim coach Garland Bartlett is always ready to dive in headfirst

By Andrew Powers | August 27

After nine years as an assistant, Bartlett brings a fresh perspective to a rejuvenated program

Opinion

Opinion: AU’s fall 2021 reopening plan makes a big promise

By Riley Lorgus | August 26

Normalcy is right on the horizon but not quite within our grasp

Sports

Reigning Patriot League champions men’s soccer looks to continue their winning ways

By Lee Clarke | August 26

First full season since 2019 sees the Eagles seeking to repeat

Features

AU professor Bill Gentile talks conflict coverage in his memoir

By Michele Wong | August 25

The SOC professor discusses his recently published memoir and the importance of diversity in the journalism workforce

Sports

William & Mary quells women’s soccer 2-1 in season-opener

By Sara Campbell | August 24

The Eagles failed to capitalize on offense to score an equalizer in their first match of the season

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Music

Movin' Out: A playlist for students leaving home for the first time

By Zoe Bell | August 23

With move-in dates finally here, this playlist captures the bittersweetness of saying goodbye

wheelinâ€™ in â€” D.C. is planning to increase its bike lanes from 45 to 80 miles. A section of Pennsylvania Avenue running from the White House to the Capitol will even ban cars from its middle lane.

News

Proposal for new bike lane receives support from students and residents alike

By Nina Heller | August 20

Proposed bike lane would increase safety for cyclists in Glover Park neighborhood

Sports

New season, new team: 2021-22 women’s soccer season preview

By Sara Campbell | August 18

Following a five-game schedule in spring 2021, AU looks ahead to a new season with the addition of nine new players

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Music

Look at this photograph: AU student Sophie Macaluso on capturing concerts

By Olivia Kozlevcar | August 17

With concerts coming back, so are the photographers that document their work

News

Black affinity AUx2 is praised as a safe space for Black students

By Isabella Brown | August 13

While there is more work to be done, students call for program continuation and expansion

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Music

REVIEW: Clairo begins a new musical chapter on ‘Sling’

By Jenna Schwartz | August 12

From ‘Flaming Hot Cheetos’ to her new-folk inspired tracks, Clairo is all grown-up on her second album

News

Quick and inexpensive drinks for summertime

By Hannah Langenfeld | August 11

AU students share their favorite fun refreshments

News

Opinión: Hablar de los deberes es necesario para poder hablar de los derechos

By Isabela Linares Uscher | August 10

La existencia de los derechos es posible por medio del cumplimiento de los deberes; entender cuales son los deberes es de crucial importancia

News

The Eagle launches an updated contributing writer program this fall

By Gabriel Ferris | August 10

The updated contributing writer program will take the place of the paper’s traditional application this semester

Opinion

Opinion: Looking on the bright side could blind you

By Diana Gertsenshteyn | August 9

Excessive positivity can do more harm than good

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.

Solutions by The State News