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Growing up with xenophobia and racism in the U.S. and at American University

By Sonikka Loganathan · Monday, Jan. 29, 2018

Anti-immigration sentiments compel us to tell our stories

AU student held at gunpoint in carjacking near National Cathedral

By Emaan Khan · Monday, Jan. 29, 2018

The time has come for fixed tuition

By Yasaman Hakami · Friday, Jan. 26, 2018

In reality, families probably know how much their student’s first year at college will cost. However, the level of unpredictability in tuition for subsequent years can be a bigger source of anxiety.

Alexandria Winter Restaurant week opens Friday.

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Alexandria Winter Restaurant week starts Friday

By Katya Podkovyroff Lewis | January 26

More than 60 restaurants to participate for 10 days and two weekends

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Life After Hours: Jan. 26-28

By Anna Donohue | January 26

If the first two weeks of classes already has you itching to get off campus, here is what you can do this weekend to get out of the Tenleytown bubble. Murder at Midnight at the Renwick Gallery Come to the Renwick Gallery on Friday night for a chance to explore two eerie exhibits: “Murder is her Hobby,” and “The Final Stop” before they close on Sunday.

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Student government president Taylor Dumpson resigns

By The Eagle Staff | January 26

Special election to replace Dumpson likely to take place in late February

National Museum of African American History and Culture

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Venue choice for Founder’s Day Ball sparks strong reactions from students

By Cordilia James | January 25

SG responds to criticism that National Museum of African American History and Culture choice is ‘distasteful’

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AU trustee takes voluntary leave from board after sexual misconduct findings

By Brianna Crummy | January 24

Los Angeles Times publisher Ross Levinsohn has been accused of sexual harassment

Opinion

The American University experience is a toss up that no one can predict

By Ryan Shepard | January 24

The undergraduate experience is nothing more than a means to an end

News

American University police release videos showing suspects accused of hanging anti-immigration posters

By Haley Samsel | January 23

Anti-immigration posters discovered Monday

Unjversity President Sylvia Burwell released a statement addressing the anti-immigration flyers found on campus Monday.

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Burwell addresses anti-immigrant flyers found at AU Monday

By Dilpreet Raju | January 23

In a statement, Burwell emphasized support for targeted communities

News

Latinx leaders frustrated with university response to anti-immigration posters

By Maria Carrasco | January 23

Five groups call for meeting with university leadership

Opinion

Venue selection for Founder’s Day Ball event is racially tone-deaf

By Nickolaus Mack | January 22

For a campus rattled by racial tension, the National Museum of African American History and Culture is not the best venue

News

Eight anti-immigration flyers posted at American University

By The Eagle Staff | January 22

Posters part of far-right, worldwide effort on college campuses

Features

AU alum’s nonprofit helps students tackle climate change

By Julia Gagnon | January 22

RE-volv, founded by alum Andreas Karelas, encourages student environmental activism

The National Museum of African American History and Culture

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Founder’s Day Ball to be held at National Museum of African American History and Culture

By Maria Carrasco and Katya Podkovyroff Lewis | January 22

Event will celebrate University’s 125th anniversary

Redshirt senior heavyweight Brett Dempsey (red) locks up with Navy's Austin Faunce during the Eagles' 25-9 loss to the Mids. Dempsey was one of three AU wrestlers to earn individual victories.

Sports

Wrestling falls to Navy in home opener

By Vincent Salandro | January 21

Eagles lose final six individual bouts

Sports

Women’s basketball continues Patriot League and home court undefeated streak

By Kimberly Cataudella | January 20

The AU women’s basketball team beat Boston University 66-50 on Wednesday night in Bender Arena with AU President Sylvia Burwell as their guest coach on the sidelines.

Photo Collective Distressed and Distorted 3

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AU Photo Collective brings Distressed and Distorted photography to life

By Dilpreet Raju | January 19

Fourth Exhibition introduces depth with every image

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Politician and AU alum Jason Kander to speak at AU

By Haley Samsel | January 18

Kander will kick off KPU’s spring calendar

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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