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Roofer's Union launches new summer menu

By Anusheh Khan · Monday, Aug. 21, 2017

New and exciting things are coming to Roofer’s Union, a local restaurant in Adam’s Morgan, serving classic American dishes by Executive Chef Jenn Flynn.

The Eagle’s guide to campus resources

By Anna Donohue · Monday, Aug. 21, 2017

Offices, buildings and staff members all Eagles should know

The Eagle’s guide to Welcome Week for foodies on a budget

By Emily Martin · Friday, Aug. 18, 2017

Satisfy your cravings at events hosted by campus organizations

A$AP Ferg will perform in Bender Arena on August 26.

Music

A$AP Ferg to play SUB x WVAU Welcome Week show

By Griffin Rowell | August 11

The Harlem MC is also set to release new album ‘Stay Striving’ this month

Santana will play in Columbia, Maryland on August 15.

Music

Famed rock group Santana to play in Maryland August 15

By Griffin Rowell | August 10

The band will continue its lengthy 2017 tour at Merriweather Post Pavilion

News

Transcending our limitations through technology

By Mark Lu | August 9

About a month ago, a Wisconsin-based marketing solution provider named Three Square Market (32M) announced that, in partnership with a Swedish biohacking company named Biohax International, at least 50 workers would willingly undergo a procedure that would implant a microchip between the thumb and forefinger.

Music

Tyler, the Creator turns over a new leaf with “Flower Boy”

By Ali Almutairi | August 7

Tyler, The Creator has made a unique name for himself in the hip-hop scene. Since starting out in 2009 with the critically-lauded mixtape “Bastard,” he’s captured the attention of audiences with his signature coarse vocals, offbeat lyrics and eccentric concepts.

Nic Sakurai, an AU alum and adjunct professor, is pictured at the Department of Motor Vehicles as they register for their license on June 27.

News

AU alum and professor first to receive gender-neutral driver’s license

By Nazli Togrul | August 5

D.C. policy will help nonbinary individuals “feel more comfortable,” AU advocates say

Features

AU grad student crowned Miss DC

By Julia Gagnon | August 4

An AU graduate student stepped away from finals in June and onto the Miss America stage, taking home the crown for Miss D.C.

UK baseball head shots on August 28, 2013.

Photo by Britney McIntosh | UK Athletics

Sports

Sean Graham named American University track and field, cross country coach

By Vincent Salandro | August 3

Graham will replace long-time head coach Matt Centrowitz, Sr.

News

Brunch and breakfast bites around the world

By Cordilia James | August 3

Brunch is one of the most important meals of the day. It’s perfect for when you get a chance to sleep in on weekends, while also giving you the option to eat breakfast or lunch by noon.

Music

Regina Spektor and Ben Folds performed a special one-off show together in Virginia

By Griffin Rowell | August 1

On July 26 songwriting and indie-pop geniuses, Ben Folds and Regina Spektor, treated the audience at the Filene Center at Wolf Trap.

A timeline of Devontae Torriente's time as student government president. Graphic by Anna Lefkowitz.

News

Year in review: The legacy of AUSG’s first black president, Devontae Torriente

By Maria Carrasco | August 1

Three months after leaving office, Torriente shares the successes, failures and racism he saw on the job

Patriot League Female Scholar-Athlete of the Year Natalie Konerth (23) after scoring the game-winning goal against Kent State in the NCAA Play-In Game Nov. 9.

Sports

Natalie Konerth named Patriot League Female Scholar-Athlete of the Year

By Kimberly Cataudella | August 1

2016 AU grad Natalie Konerth was selected as the Corvias Patriot League Female Scholar-Athlete of the Year on July 18.

Sports

Sarah Katz joins volleyball staff as assistant coach

By Vincent Salandro | July 31

Katz played for the Eagles from 2012-2015

Echosmith returns with their new single "Goodbye".

Music

Echosmith returns with a new sound, strong single

By Meghan Howie | July 30

Echosmith debuted with a fresh sound in their new single, “Goodbye” on July 11, followed a music video on July 14.

Music

Clams Casino has Reached New Heights with “Instrumental Mixtape 4”

By Michael Valenti | July 29

“Instrumental Mixtape 4,” has listeners fully submerged in a world of deep bass and hard drums so they lose track of time as the nebulous harmonies take them away.

News

Preview to Newseum Nights: Rock On

By Lara Jakiel | July 26

Looking for a way to explore a famous D.C. museum after hours? Look no further than the Newseum. Following the museum’s sold out cherry blossom event in April, the Newseum Nights series returns July 27 with Newseum Nights: Rock On.

Music

Fleet Foxes and Animal Collective to perform joint show Saturday

By Griffin Rowell | July 24

Beloved indie folk band, Fleet Foxes, will stop at Merriweather Post Pavilion July 29 with the psychedelic, experimental pop Baltimore band Animal Collective. The Fleet Foxes returned earlier this year with their first album in six years, “Crack Up,” in addition to a lengthy tour.

Music

HAIM has “Something To Tell You” with elevated lyrics

By Emily Martin | July 23

The all-female trio HAIM strikes gold again with “Something To Tell You,” a pure pop album released on July 7.

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