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Six female American University professors denied tenure, accuse provost of discrimination

By Julia Gagnon · Monday, March 19, 2018

Allegations have resulted in lawsuits, formal complaints

AU is a target of hate because we’re liberal, not systematically intolerant

By Gabriel Simerson · Monday, March 19, 2018

The snowflake’s dilemma

Senior guard Emily Kinneston drives to the basket during AU’s opening round NCAA Tournament loss to UCLA.

AU falls in opening round of NCAA Tournament

By Vincent Salandro and Kimberly Cataudella · Saturday, March 17, 2018

UCLA powers past Eagles despite Carl’s double-double

Senior forward Michael Harris puts up a shot through traffic in the first half of the AU women's basketball team's NCAA Tournament game against UCLA.

Sports

Halftime: AU trails by 13 against UCLA in NCAA Tournament

By Kimberly Cataudella | March 17

Lewis, Koskimies helping AU close the massive gap

The AU women's basketball celebrates moments after winning the Patriot League title last Sunday.

Sports

'Together': AU prepares to face UCLA in first round of the NCAA Tournament Saturday afternoon

By Vincent Salandro and Kimberly Cataudella | March 17

Women’s basketball plays in LA

Women's basketball head coach Megan Gebbia cuts down the net after the Eagles victory over Navy in the Patriot League championship Sunday.

Sports

How to watch women’s basketball play UCLA in the NCAA Tournament

By Fatima Albannai | March 16

Eagles take on No. 3 seed from the Pac-12 Conference

Senior guard Maria Liddane plays in the Patriot League championship game Sunday.

Sports

Women’s basketball to play UCLA in first round of NCAA Tournament

By Kimberly Cataudella | March 12

14th-seeded Eagles travel west for opening round

Graduate student speaks to The Eagle after he was arrested by AU Police Tuesday night

News

Students protest arrest of graduate student

By Maria Carrasco | March 11

SG launches website section dedicated to AUPD policies

News

Appreciating African culture through fashion in 'Black Panther'

By Cordilia James | March 11

Weeks after hitting theaters, audiences’ love for Director Ryan Coogler’s “Black Panther” is still going strong: the film has made over $520 million domestically, making the list of top 10 highest-grossing films in the United States of all time. The film received praise for its positive representation of race, gender and culture.

Sports

Women’s basketball clinches Patriot League title

By Kimberly Cataudella | March 11

The Eagles punch ticket to NCAA tournament

Students meet outside of Hillel's office in Kay Spiritual Life Center.

Opinion

In support of the Jewish community targeted by recent anti-Semitic posters

By The Eagle Editorial Board | March 9

Communication on the University’s response to white supremacist postering is crucial

The 2018 Founder's Day Ball was held on Saturday at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

News

Students reflect on the 2018 Founder’s Day Ball

By Simin Ma | March 9

Event celebrates 125th anniversary of AU’s founding at National Museum of African American History and Culture

Opinion

Binge drinking is a pervasive and dangerous part of American University campus culture

By Samantha McAllister | March 8

As a college student, it seems like someone is always throwing up from drinking too much. Whether it’s that random girl on my floor or a friend from class, someone is always pushing their limits.

News

Graduate student speaks to The Eagle after he was arrested by AU Police Tuesday night

By Lydia Calitri | March 8

Graduate student Benjamin Brumer returned to campus Wednesday morning after being arrested by American University Police for unlawful entry Tuesday night.

News

University holds anti-Semitism seminars following appearance of anti-Semitic posters

By Courtney Rozen and Maria Carrasco | March 7

This is different from the University’s previous responses to white supremacist postering

Sports

Women’s basketball crushes Lafayette in Patriot League quarterfinal

By Kimberly Cataudella | March 7

The team will advance to the semifinal Thursday in Bender

American University Police officers arrest graduate student Benjamin Brumer outside the School of International Service building Tuesday night.

News

Graduate student arrested by American University Police Department for unlawful entry

By The Eagle Staff | March 6

Officers escorted Benjamin Brumer from East Quad Building and placed him inside police van

News

What’s the most important issue facing college campuses? Six students answer

By Riddhi Sarkar , Maria Carrasco , Elyse Notarianni , Ashley Oviedo , Giovanna Diez and Morgan Antonez | March 6

Racial inclusion, college affordability and mental illness are all important, students say

News

KPU to host Jewish activist Yavilah McCoy

By Haley Samsel | March 6

McCoy will lead event on developing multi-faith and multicultural alliances

News

Campus organizations co-host panel of black journalists

By Sophie Austin | March 5

“Stick to what it is that you believe,” one panelist advised students

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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