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Opinion: Juneteenth: A day for whom?

By Kayla Kelly · Wednesday, June 23, 2021

AU administration overlooks the trauma it inflicts upon Black students with performative actions

Olivia Rodrigo’s debut album is anything but ‘SOUR’

By Sara Winick · Wednesday, June 23, 2021

From pop-punk tracks to heartfelt ballads, Rodrigo shows off her musical talent and versatility in a debut album made for the ages

University unveils “AU Forward: Fall 2021 Health and Safety Plan” to go into effect starting Aug. 1

By Ben Johansen and Kate Corliss · Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Document provides details on return to in-person campus operations

News

Opinión: El conflicto entre las categorías identitarias y la diversidad individual

By Isabela Linares Uscher | June 21

Los términos que usamos para referirnos a las diferentes identidades omiten y simplifican los rasgos individuales y la diversidad dentro de cada grupo

Opinion

Opinion: No, big corporations are not the only ones to blame for the climate crisis

By Isabela Linares Uscher | June 21

We have a responsibility to change the way we consume

News

American University announces addition of Juneteenth to next year’s academic calendar

By Kelsey Carolan | June 18

The University will be closed on June 19 in 2022 and onward in observance of the new federal holiday

News

Opinión: Después de un año escolar desde casa: dos estudiantes comparten sus experiencias

By Aline Behar Kado and Ronaldo Bolaños | June 18

Otra reflexión sobre el regreso a campus desde la perspectiva de estudiantes lejos de DC

News

Opinión: Una oportunidad para Cataluña

By Pablo Molina Asensi | June 17

A través de los indultos, Pedro Sánchez tiene la opción de fomentar un diálogo y una resolución del conflicto en Cataluña

News

Student petition stirs up questions about Islamophobia within SIS

By Alisha Chhangani and Zoe Bell | June 17

Students and staff reflect on representation and teaching methods in SIS

News

Opinión: ‘Latinx’, por qué la gente debate sobre el uso del término

By Nick Blanco | June 16

¿Somos latinos, hispanos o latinx?

News

Graffiti found on campus criticizes University and MPD

By Nina Heller and Gabriel Ferris | June 16

Messages critical of board of trustees member, AUPD and MPD

Opinion

Opinion: AUx2 misses the mark, but it’s not just the University’s fault

By Riley Lorgus | June 14

Students should increase their participation before criticizing

Guest Columns

Opinion: The danger of canceling the “classics”

By Joshua Cotlar | June 10

Classics education impacts moral development in education and social justice

News

Sexual assault and Greek life: is reform effective?

By Sarah Mattalian | June 9

Students and staff at American University grapple with the possibilities of reforming Greek life to lessen risks of assault

Coronavirus

University lifts outdoor mask requirement for fully vaccinated individuals

By Ben Johansen | June 7

Indoor mask requirements stay in place, with some exceptions

News

The Eagle looks to promote contributing writer program, among other new summer initiatives

By Gabriel Ferris | June 7

DEI meetings will look to increase coverage of University’s international community, revamp online presence

News

AU receives $5 million neuroscience gift from University trustee

By Skye Witley | June 2

Donation comes as University looks to expand STEM efforts

Junior Forward David Coly during the Patriot League Semi-final

Sports

David Coly fought through adversity to become a champion

By Lee Clarke | May 27

How he overcame a nearly four-year hiatus to become a star

News

While progress has been made, Muslim students say administration’s support during Ramadan is lacking

By Kate Corliss | May 25

AU’s Muslim Student Association talks funding, community during the pandemic

News

University to require faculty and staff members to be vaccinated

By Nina Heller | May 24

AU to host on-campus vaccine clinic for students, faculty, staff, contract workers and immediate family

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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