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University faith leaders grapple with United Methodist Church vote to keep ban on same-sex marriage, LGBTQ+ clergy

By Abbie Veitch · Sunday, March 3, 2019

“The question is: Do we leave or do we stay and fight?”

University partners with organization focused on promoting student voices in decision-making

By Asher Weinstein · Sunday, March 3, 2019

Student Voice Index rates how colleges utilize student input in university matters

Board of Trustees votes to increase tuition by three percent in fiscal years 2020 and 2021

By Ayelet Sheffey · Friday, March 1, 2019

Administrators say cost increase will go toward more financial aid, faculty and staff salaries

Sports

AU men’s basketball falls to Lehigh in home finale

By Mohamad Hashash | March 1

With the loss, the Eagles remain in fourth place in conference standings

News

Self-taught artist brings pop culture to D.C. art galleries

By Isabella Goodman | March 1

Ravi Raman will host the second night of his pop-up exhibit on March 1

News

As Board of Trustees meets, students protest tuition increases

By Kelsey Carolan | February 28

“We don’t need good words or good faith, we need action”

News

‘Max’s Homemade Cookies’ delivers warm cookies to freshmen right to their door

By Peyton Bigora | February 28

How one freshman’s hobby turned into a small business

News

Senate committee releases finance report outlining SG budget allocations, student stipends

By Dan Papscun | February 28

Report also recommends steps SG could take to improve budget transparency

News

Fraternities respond to yearbook photos ‘of concern’ published in February

By Julia Gagnon | February 28

Photos are not “reflective” of where AU fraternities are today, members say

News

The (Com)Post: We try cooking a zero waste meal

By Delilah Harvey | February 27

Watch staff writer Delilah Harvey cook quinoa and discuss the zero waste lifestyle

News

Students plan to protest tuition increase during board meeting Thursday

By Sophie Austin | February 26

In a town hall led by organizers, students discussed frustrations with high tuition

Opinion

Opinion: D.C. mold law changes would help students in off-campus housing

By Carly Fabian | February 25

Proposed changes create a much-needed enforcement mechanism to help tenants deal with mold

News

Students travel to Virginia for AU’s annual Founders Day Ball

By Kelsey Carolan | February 25

Over 2,500 tickets were distributed for event, making it largest ever

News

Pizzeria Paradiso brings politics to the table with themed pizzas

By Grace George | February 22

D.C. restaurant launches new “United States of Pizza” campaign to support women in office

News

#TheFoodMove: Olivia DC

By Zak Bedrosian and Aylon Berger | February 21

Mediterranean restaurant is a paradise for vegetarians

Sports

‘I just keep working’: How Sa’eed Nelson’s quiet confidence and work ethic have carried the guard to national prominence

By Jon Kolodny | February 21

Nelson has faced challenges in his path to dominating the Patriot League

News

AU commits to investing another $61 million toward diversity and inclusion initiatives

By Sophie Austin | February 21

One-year progress report lists accomplishments of Inclusive Excellence plan

Silver Screen

The Eagle’s 2019 Oscar picks and predictions

By Brandon Ermer | February 21

In a year full of snubs and controversy, disappointment may be looming

Sports

Column: Go big or go home: The story of the 2019 Eagles

By Spencer Nusbaum | February 20

AU men’s basketball continues to struggle in close games

Sports

In a league of their own

By Kimberly Cataudella | February 20

Six black student-athletes open up about their experiences at AU

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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