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University mourns death of student Sabrina Ho

By Maria Carrasco · Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018

Ho died in late August following an extended illness

With ‘Portraits of Immigrants,’ AU alumna uses art to tell immigrant stories

By Jessily Crispyn · Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018

Betsy Ashton’s portraits have been shown in galleries and churches across the country

AU athletics department to host 'Unity in Our Community' event at men’s basketball game this winter

By Mohamad Hashash · Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2018

Event aims to bring “people and communities together” following divisive incidents on campus

News

Viewpoint: How plus-size modeling can change the fashion industry

By Kelly McDonnell | August 28

Though more plus-size models are experiencing success, there’s more progress to be made

Features

AU’s LA intensive program connects participants to entertainment industry

By Jessily Crispyn | August 27

SOC took 20 students and recent alumni to Los Angeles in May

Opinion

Opinion: White women need to talk about race

By Samantha McAllister | August 26

After repeatedly calling police on unassuming African-Americans, white women need to step up

News

Student-run groups offer home for visual, performing and literary arts at AU

By Andrew Klabnik | August 25

Find a community of performers, artists or writers to join this semester

News

Hey, Class of 2022: Here’s what AU faculty and staff think you should know

By Emily Lytle | August 24

The biggest piece of advice: go to office hours

News

Three men sentenced to jail time for killing AU alum Matthew Shlonsky

By Willard West | August 23

Shlonsky was murdered in Shaw in 2015

News

The headlines you should know going into the 2018-19 school year

By Anna Donohue | August 23

Get yourself up to date on last year’s news ahead of the fall semester

News

The Eagle’s guide to eating affordably in Tenleytown

By Julianne Delia | August 23

Learn where you can expand your palate beyond AU’s dining selections

Sports

What to watch out for from AU volleyball, field hockey and soccer this fall

By Kimberly Cataudella | August 22

This season’s games you won’t want to miss

News

Student activists break down how to adjust to AU’s politically active campus

By Anna Donohue | August 22

Whether you’re a seasoned protester or a newcomer, activists say there’s a place for you

Features

Get to know the history behind some of AU’s most prominent buildings

By Brianna Crummy | August 21

Founders, donors recognized in naming of different schools, residence halls

News

A look ahead at upcoming marathons and 5Ks in the nation’s capital

By Andrew Klabnik | August 21

See more of the District with runs through its neighborhoods

News

Maximize your decor while minimizing your carbon footprint

By Grace George | August 20

Make the best of your room decor without hurting the planet

News

What you need to know about AU’s new mandatory general education program

By Kelsey Carolan | August 20

The new curriculum and first year experience class are making their official debut this fall

Opinion

Satire: Student files roommate transfer request after discovering roommate prefers Georgetown Cupcake to Baked and Wired

By Lauren Patetta | August 20

"I can’t live under these conditions," freshman says

Anderson Hall - Centennial Hall - Summer

Features

Resident assistants share their advice on how to manage dorm life

By Ayelet Sheffey | August 19

Going from living in the privacy of a family home to living in a freshman residence hall with one or two roommates can be a rocky transition.

News

The Eagle’s guide to 'Welcome Week at Night' events

By Emily Martin | August 17

End summer on a positive note with nightly events all week

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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