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Susan Rice to guest coach women’s basketball Saturday

By Vincent Salandro | January 31

Ambassador Rice will join AU coaching staff on sidelines against Army West Point

Opinion

Trustee sexual misconduct allegations exemplify societal problem

By Samantha McAllister | January 30

Allegations of sexual misconduct against Ross Levinsohn, AU Trustee, chip away at the credibility of the Board

News

‘Step in the journey’: Burwell presents comprehensive plan for diversity, inclusion

By Maria Carrasco and Lydia Calitri | January 30

Almost exactly one year after she was first announced as AU’s next leader, University President Sylvia Burwell has released her administration’s diversity and inclusion strategy - what she’s calling AU’s plan for “inclusive excellence.” The 25-page-document includes a two year action plan detailing how the University will tackle issues of diversity in curriculum, policies and campus climate.

News

What you need to know about Burwell’s new diversity and inclusion plan

By Haley Samsel | January 30

University to invest $121 million over two years to implement strategy

News

Full transcript: Burwell sits down with The Eagle to talk diversity and inclusion plan

By Maria Carrasco | January 30

Burwell: “The plan is part of a journey and a part of action”

News

Politician and alum Jason Kander advises students on how to get the most out of AU

By Laura Romero | January 29

AU alum and Democratic politician Jason Kander visited campus Tuesday as part of a Kennedy Political Union and AU College Democrats event. Kander, who is best known for his unsuccessful Missouri Senate run against incumbent Roy Blunt, began the event by talking about how the University prepared him for the world of politics and provided opportunities for him to be successful. “I got a lot out of my experience here,” Kander said.

Sports

Women’s basketball defeats Colgate 67-44

By Kimberly Cataudella | January 29

The women’s basketball team finished Jan. undefeated with a 67-44 win against Colgate University on Saturday in Bender Arena. The Eagles (17-4, 10-0 PL) gradually built a 20-point lead on their opponents.

Guest Columns

Staff editorial: In support of Latinx students targeted by the anti-immigration poster campaign

By The Eagle Editorial Board | January 29

The Eagle staff is committed to supporting Latinx and undocumented students

Guest Columns

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

By Sonikka Loganathan | January 29

Anti-immigration sentiments compel us to tell our stories

News

AU student held at gunpoint in carjacking near National Cathedral

By Emaan Khan | January 29

An AU student was the victim of a carjacking on Jan. 22 while leaving a friend’s house near the National Cathedral, according to a Jan. 23 release from the Metropolitan Police Department.Mark Story, the University's director of strategic communications, confirmed the victim was an AU student in an ...

News

The time has come for fixed tuition

By Yasaman Hakami | January 26

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.

News

Alexandria Winter Restaurant week starts Friday

By Katya Podkovyroff Lewis | January 26

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

News

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.