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AU senior raises over $10,000 for BLM with virtual 5K

By Ayelet Sheffey · Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Over 400 people signed up for the event on Facebook

How the music industry is taking action to support the Black community

By Thomas Recchio · Monday, July 20, 2020

From AU to the Grammy Awards, the music industry is changing

Black-owned businesses to support during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond

By Annabel Rustum · Monday, July 20, 2020

A brief guide to Black-owned businesses in the District in light of the Black Lives Matter movement

News

AU students denounce Trump administration’s decision to reverse transgender health protections

By Sarah Mattalian | July 19

Student Health Center discusses impacts on LGBTQ community at AU

Music

Black Music Month: Review of June’s hits

By Angelica Everson | July 18

A list of songs released in June to listen to in honor of Black Music Month

Coronavirus

AU athletes find ways to support the community despite the pandemic

By Lee Clarke | July 15

‘I knew those I worked with would be some of the hardest hit by COVID,’ recent graduate says

Coronavirus

Trump administration rescinds controversial international student online education rule

By Dan Papscun | July 14

The announcement follows outcry from students and legal challenges by their universities, including AU

Coronavirus

AU backs lawsuit challenging Trump administration rule on international students

By Abbie Veitch | July 14

Rule would make students leave the US if they take only online classes

News

Local artists use their work as a form of protest

By Cecilia Markley | July 14

Four D.C. artists demonstrate the different forms that protest art can take

Silver Screen

Learn about anti-racism and support the Black community with these 10 movies and series

By Delilah Harvey | July 13

Educating ourselves is essential to continue strengthening the commitment to social change

Sports

BREAKING: Patriot League cancels fall sports season

By Alec Branch | July 13

Decisions on winter and spring sports will be made at a later date

News

Students leave social Greek life following allegations of racism, sexual assault

By Fariha Rahman and Nina Heller | July 13

Entire fraternity chapter disaffiliates after students put pressure on Greek life

News

University’s fall plan leaves students scrambling for housing

By Nina Heller | July 12

Many are concerned about housing security

News

Blocks close throughout the DMV area to encourage outdoor dining

By Kelly McDonnell | July 11

“Streateries” in Adams Morgan and Bethesda are supporting restaurants and bringing residents out of their homes

News

The (Com)Post: Sustainable BIPOC-owned businesses for everyday purchases

By Delilah Harvey | July 11

Buy from BIPOC and small businesses following Blackout Day

News

School of Education holds virtual conference about uplifting women through antiracist teaching

By Sarah Mattalian | July 9

The Summer Institute on Education, Equity and Justice hosts a series of webinars on education inequity

Guest Columns

AU Greek life perpetuates exclusivity and sexual violence on campus

By Kayla Butler | July 8

After widespread allegations against members of Greek organizations, now is the time for the abolition of a broken system

Podcast

Beyond the Byline Episode 14: Students Protest Racism and Police Brutality

By Evan Margiotta | July 8

Interviews with student activists who participated in Black Lives Matter demonstrations

News

Independent bookstores in DC reinvent bookselling during quarantine

By Kelly McDonnell | July 8

Various stores have started book and gift packages and have expanded virtual seminars as they struggle to maintain business during the pandemic

News

Burwell announces additional steps toward racial equity at AU

By Dan Papscun | July 7

Steps include additional training for police officers and focus on recruiting faculty of color

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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