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Satire: Guide to major free agency

By Domenic DiPietro · Monday, April 28, 2025

All the latest news and rumors for the Academic League, which is not a real thing

MicKinley Building (side view) - 23/24 stock

Professors equip aspiring filmmakers with skills to succeed in a competitive industry

By Vaughan Noble · Monday, April 28, 2025

From hands-on mentorship to expert guidance, the University prepares film students to break into Hollywood and beyond

Column: Lacrosse can compete with the best

By Cameron Harris · Friday, April 25, 2025

Despite poor record, the team has plenty of potential

Opinion

Opinion: Am I enough of a wonk?

April 25

‘Wonk culture’ detracts from what really matters

Features

Students question annual tuition increases

By Payton Anderson | April 25

‘I don’t know what my money is going toward’

Silver Screen

Frames of a Nation: Mexico on the silver screen

By Vaughan Noble | April 25

An exploration into the defining directors and films of Mexican cinema

Sports

Meet the neighbors keeping AU sports quiet

By Avi Paulson | April 25

Costly noise agreements with neighbors are holding Athletics back, athletics director says

News

BREAKING: Vicky Wilkins selected as permanent provost

By Yuri Perelman | April 24

Wilkins to continue as provost after serving in interim since 2023

News

Sine Institute Fellowship marks change with first all-female cohort

By Yuri Perelman | April 24

Former University President Sylvia Burwell among fellows

Sports

Twenty years later, the University’s tennis legacy is gone

By Penelope Jennings | April 24

Past players lament the lack of preservation

News

Increase in administrative positions prompts report from faculty

By Cara Halford | April 24

Faculty, students criticize former President Burwell’s hiring choices in light of budget deficit

Opinion

Opinión: Jacques Audiard debe primero aprender a hablar español antes de criticarlo

By Jeronimo Freydell-Cristancho | April 24

El comentario exhibió cómo el arte puede ser manipulado para fomentar ataques hacia los migrantes hispanohablantes

Opinion

Opinion: Saying ‘all art is political’ implies a nasty superiority

By Deniz Kurdi | April 24

The often-repeated statement can strip art of its ability for human expression

News

Metrobus system experiences first overhaul in over 50 years with Better Bus plan

By Tyler Davis | April 24

Finalized plan includes removed bus stops, redesigned routes

News

Multiple American University students have had their visas revoked in past weeks

By Tyler Davis | April 23

Students were not given a reason for revocation, per source

Opinion

Opinion: We can do more to combat political polarization

By Addie DiPaolo | April 23

Finding consensus on a local level can combat hyperpartisanship in the US

Opinion

Recs with Ritika: Expecting others to do the same

By Ritika Shroff | April 23

Why do I feel like I am always giving back, yet when I need help, nobody seems to be there?

Lifestyle

AU’s Kogod Business and Entertainment program hits the right note

By Emma Taylor | April 23

Program bridges gap between business fundamentals and entertainment industry

Local

Small business owners reflect on “new normal” five years after onset of COVID-19

By Ava Agostinelli | April 23

Persisting pandemic challenges and entrepreneurial innovation

Sports

Column: Why is school spirit so sporadic?

By Cameron Harris | April 22

One day Bender is full, and the next it is not

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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