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Life After Hours: April 14-16

By Emily Martin · Friday, April 14, 2017

Spring has sprung! If you don’t want to tan on the quad or hide in the library, venture off campus for yoga, fireworks, art, a festival or a dance party. Cherry BlossOM Yoga in the Courtyard Start your Saturday by stretching your body and soul at this free event.

Your DIY guide to Easter brunch

By Anusheh Khan · Friday, April 14, 2017

Try some of these ideas for a unique at home brunch this weekend

Top DC Easter brunch specials

By Anusheh Khan · Friday, April 14, 2017

For students with friends and family in town for the Easter holiday this weekend, check out these deals in the District for the ultimate brunch experience. 1789 At 1789, the Easter day brunch will have you dining with a special guest -- the Easter Bunny himself.

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Preview: Through Refugees’ Eyes

By Nazli Togrul | April 13

The Frederick Douglass Distinguished Scholars Program is hosting a multimedia event, “Through Refugees’ Eyes Summit,” on April 15 to create awareness about the many refugees around the world.

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Katzen’s new spring art exhibits wow visitors

By Jack Reilly | April 13

No single exhibit is the same at the AU Museum inside the Katzen Arts Center, and with over six new exhibits ranging from towering wooden structures to a redesign of the Mayan alphabet, Katzen’s spring collection is a must see.

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Science programs expanding at AU

By Anna Donohue | April 13

When prospective students think of AU, some might picture the School of International Service building or a campus overflowing with political science students.

The first No Lost Generation gala held to raise money and awareness for refugees. The club is hosting their second annual gala this Saturday.

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No Lost Generation hosts inaugural AU gala

By Maxim Zaino | April 12

Community members gathered at the School of International Service to support refugee rights.

Musician and actor Common speaks to American University students at Bender Arena.

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Common comes to AU for KPU’s last event of the year

By Brianna Crummy | April 12

For the Kennedy Political Union’s last event of the year, rapper and actor Lonnie "Common" Lynn spoke at an event in Bender Arena on April 5.

Music

Big Thief Concert Review

By Nora Turner | April 12

The Brooklyn rock group rocked Songbyrd Music House on March 25

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Graduate students form union

By Sarah Katherine Dolezal | April 11

AU’s graduate student workers voted Monday to form the District’s first union for working graduate students, following months of discussion with administrators.

Murray Bessette, Adela Lan, Larry Liu, Burton Wides and Ning Xianhua take their seats as they discuss the recent events in China.

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Uncensoring China panel held at AU

By Nazli Togrul | April 11

Scholars, activists and a former political prisoner discuss life under Chinese regime

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AU proposes new dance major

By Nazli Togrul | April 10

The department looks to diversify its curriculum

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The best stops on the Red line

By Jack Reilly | April 10

A guide to getting the most out of the Dupont Circle, Gallery Place-Chinatown, Union Station and Woodley Park stations

Guest Columns

The GOP’s car crash moment

By Tom Hebert | April 10

Trump’s patriotic populism vs. the GOP leadership’s checklist conservatism

Sports

Women’s lacrosse comeback falls short

By Vincent Salandro | April 10

Eagles fall to Bucknell 9-8 on District Day

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AU trustee responds harshly to student email

By Katherine Saltzman | April 7

Fossil Free AU members received the email from Alan Meltzer

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Life After Hours: April 7-9

By Emily Martin | April 7

While the semester is coming to a close, make sure to check out these festivals, movies or a great house party before finals start.

Music

Finding new music in the streaming era

By Dilpreet Raju | April 7

In the early 2000s, CDs were still the go-to for listening to music. Now, streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music have taken over, providing endless catalogs of music to discover and explore.

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Despite rain, Take Back the Night draws crowd

By Anna Donohue | April 7

Annual march allowed sexual assault survivors to reclaim safe space on campus

Professor Jane Hall interviews CNN anchor Jake Tapper at an event hosted by the School of Communication and Kennedy Political Union.

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KPU and SOC host CNN’s Jake Tapper

By Maria Carrasco | April 7

Tapper discussed journalism under Trump’s administration

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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