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Column: Men’s basketball had a heartbreaking end to its season, but there's a lot to be learned from this year

By Lee Clarke · Tuesday, March 24, 2020

This season brought out a lot that the Eagles can take away from

AU students sign petitions for pass/fail classes in response to the coronavirus outbreak

By Eliza Schloss and Nina Heller · Monday, March 23, 2020

Hundreds sign online petitions to give students a pass/fail option

“Operation: Get me back as soon as possible”

By Dan Papscun · Monday, March 23, 2020

Abroad, alt-break students describe their experiences of returning to the U.S.

News

AUSG declares state of exception in response to coronavirus

By Nina Heller | March 20

Rule suspension will allow unilateral action from SG President and Speaker

Coronavirus

Profs and Pints brings higher education to community

By Lizzy Tarallo | March 20

Founder and CEO shares the inspiration behind his business

Coronavirus

On The Record: Covering Coronavirus

By Brianna Crummy | March 20

How The Eagle is tackling the ongoing pandemic

Coronavirus

First AU student tests positive for COVID-19

By The Eagle News Staff | March 16

AU student tested positive for coronavirus while self-isolating on campus

Basketball

Women’s basketball season ends with quarterfinals loss to BU

By Spencer Nusbaum | March 13

Offensive woes sink Eagles, Marenyi and Bartner’s careers come to a close

Silver Screen

“First Cow” director talks friendship and the filmmaking process

By Isabella Goodman | March 13

A24’s newest film is a deceivingly quiet Western about two friends and one cow

Coronavirus

BREAKING: AU to go online through entire spring semester

By The Eagle News Staff | March 12

Announcement on Thursday changes original plan to return to campus in April

Coronavirus

Patriot League cancels spring practices and competitions

By Spencer Nusbaum | March 12

AU track, lacrosse seasons cancelled

Silver Screen

"The Burnt Orange Heresy" is a tantalizingly chilling thriller

By Devika Knafo | March 12

Director Giuseppe Capotondi’s take on Charles Willeford’s 1971 art-world crime novel is filled with electric and noirish performances

Coronavirus

BREAKING: AU announces all study abroad programs worldwide are cancelled

By The Eagle News Staff | March 11

Decision comes after President Trump’s decision to suspend travel to Europe on Friday

Coronavirus

BREAKING NEWS: AU to move classes online until April 3

By Dan Papscun and Fariha Rahman | March 10

Classes will resume March 18 online

Coronavirus

University’s Emergency Response Team explains coronavirus protocols

By Dan Papscun and Fariha Rahman | March 10

Options include online classes and self-quarantine if situation worsens significantly

Music

Marc E. Bassy debuts his new deluxe album “PMD”

By Devika Knafo | March 9

Singer talks about his generation, love and limitations

Sports

AU wrestling finishes 9th in conference tournament

By Alec Branch | March 9

Three AU wrestlers qualify for nationals at EIWA Championships

News

“Black to the Future” festival celebrates black-owned businesses at the Anacostia Arts Center

By Clare Mulroy and Thomas Recchio | March 8

Events coordinator Harvey Fitz discusses his inspiration behind the event

Opinion

Opinion: Toxic friends are preventing you from taking full advantage of your college experience

By Costa Beavin | March 8

Signs that you have an emotionally manipulative friend in your life

Basketball

Women’s basketball advances to quarterfinal with win over Navy

By Spencer Nusbaum | March 7

Fisher continues to have the hot-hand as Eagles look ahead to Boston University

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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