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Junior midfielder Alexandra Taylor dribbles down the wing in the Eagles match against Campbell on Sept. 8.

Women’s soccer suffers ninth consecutive defeat

By Vincent Salandro · Monday, Oct. 2, 2017

The Eagles overmatched against Colgate on Phil Reeves District Day

Op-ed: Is there a link between September’s hurricanes and climate change?

By Olivia Richter · Monday, Oct. 2, 2017

This September has seen one deadly and destructive hurricane after another.

‘I was not surprised’: Students react to Confederate flags hung at American University

By Emily Martin , Brianna Crummy and Laura Romero · Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017

Students of color, Jewish students say University acted quickly, but more campus security is needed

News

AU students condemn DeVos decision to rescind Obama-era guidelines on campus sexual assault

By Daniella Ignacio | September 29

DeVos is “perpetuating the stigma” of sexual assault, one student said

News

Life After Hours: Sept. 30-Oct. 3

By Lara Jakiel | September 29

Attend a dachshund race, Russian festival and more this weekend

News

Malala Yousafzai accepts Wonk of the Year award

By Jonathan Bergman | September 28

The Kennedy Political Union, Women’s Initiative and Muslim Student Association awarded Wonk of the Year to Malala Yousafzai at Bender Arena on Sept.

Opinion

Staff Editorial: In support of students targeted by the Confederate flags hung at American University

By The Eagle Editorial Board | September 28

The Eagle’s staff is committed to supporting Jewish students and students of color

News

Public Safety opens brand-new facility on East Campus

By Lydia Calitri | September 28

A 24-hour call center, situation room and camera footage from over 600 security cameras across campus. These are all components of Public Safety’s new building, which sits below the Don Myers Technology and Innovation Building on East Campus.

News

American University students and administration speak out at town hall addressing Confederate flag posters

By Haley Samsel , Jonathan Bergman , Lydia Calitri and Kimberly Cataudella | September 27

“I’ve heard a lot of sorries and tears, but no action"

Public Safety released a photo and video of a person suspected of hanging Confederate flag fliers on campus Tuesday night.

News

American University police release videos and photos of suspect for hanging Confederate flag fliers

By Jack Stringer , Emily Martin and Abbie Veitch | September 27

Video shows suspect hanging flier on campus

News

President Burwell to lead town hall Wednesday after Confederate flags hung at American University

By Courtney Rozen | September 27

Meeting to be held in Kay Spiritual Life Center

News

Confederate flag fliers found hanging in four American University buildings

By The Eagle Staff | September 27

Flags found on same night as Ibram X. Kendi’s presentation on new Antiracist Research Center

Sports

Field hockey suffers 3-2 overtime defeat to Penn

By Kimberly Cataudella | September 26

Coenen’s two goals weren’t enough to overcome the Quakers

News

Summer’s over, yet the season’s fashion trends prevail

By Carmenlucia Acosta | September 26

As the weather clings to summer, so is fashion

Sports

Men’s soccer falls to BU in Patriot League Opener

By Bradley Darin | September 25

Eagle’s offense couldn’t match the Terriers’ strength in 2-0 loss

Freshman outside hitter Helena Elbaek goes up for a kill in the Eagles match against Iowa on Sept. 16

Sports

Eagles struggle to three-set victory in Patriot League opener

By Vincent Salandro | September 24

Rotation change in second set secured Eagles’ win over Loyola

Sports

Men’s soccer unable to come back from West Virginia’s early goals in 3-0 loss

By Kimberly Cataudella | September 23

AU men’s soccer lost 3-0 to West Virginia University Tuesday, after The Eagles couldn’t bounce back from WVU’s two goals in the first 22 minutes of the game.

Opinion

Staff Editorial: Graduate students need more information about AU’s sexual assault resources

By The Eagle Editorial Board | September 23

Campus resources aren’t just for undergrads

News

The Eagle’s guide to AU’s best study spots

By Sydney Mclane | September 23

To get your work done on time, you first need a good study spot. It can be hard to focus on tedious readings while in the comfort of your bed.

News

The Homeless Children’s Playtime Project to host annual ‘Heroes of Play 5K’

By Anusheh Khan | September 22

Run along the Anacostia River to support homeless children in DC

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.

Solutions by The State News