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The cold facts on cryotherapy

By Anusheh Khan · Monday, Feb. 13, 2017

Have you ever worked out every day for an entire week? For those of you who have, more power to you.

AU wrestling notches fourth win of the season against ODU, 25-14

By Shannon Scovel · Monday, Feb. 13, 2017

Sunday’s dual against Old Dominion University was the match AU needed to win but wasn’t supposed to win.

Women’s basketball fades late in 68-57 loss

By Vincent Salandro · Monday, Feb. 13, 2017

With six minutes left in the fourth quarter Saturday afternoon in Bender Arena, senior forward Lauren Crisler’s lay-up off a pick-and-roll pulled the AU women’s basketball team within two of the Army Black Knights.

Guest Columns

Op-ed: Make someone uncomfortable this Valentine’s Day

By Jane Haines | February 13

Happy Valentine’s Day! Did you know February 14 is also National Condom Day in the United States? Sexual health advocates have worked hard to make the message clear: while you’re doing whatever sexy things you’re doing on Valentine’s Day, be sure to wrap it up.

Music

The Eagle’s guide to Valentine’s Day albums

By Zach Ewell | February 13

Valentine's Day isn’t the same now as it was in elementary school. Back then the holiday was considered a second Halloween, with its abundance of heart-shaped chocolate, lollipops and other candy.

News

Goldlink to perform at SUB spring concert

By Arielle Weg | February 12

Rapper Goldlink will perform at the Student Union Board spring concert in the Tavern on Feb. 25 at 8:30 p.m.

News

Student government hosts budget town hall with administrators

By Lydia Calitri | February 12

Students, administration come together to address concerns prior to upcoming budget announcement

News

Life After Hours: Feb. 10-12

By Emily Martin | February 10

If you’re not headed to the Founder’s Day Ball, there are still plenty of events to enjoy around D.C.

Opinion

Self-care is choosing how to think about things

By Julia Gagnon | February 9

I had never heard the term “self-care” more than during my first experience at AU. I sat in the Ward Circle Building listening to orientation speeches and tried to memorize each slide that flashed before my eyes, as if each jumble of words contained the secret to surviving here.

Opinion

Audi “drives progress” that is already mandatory by law

By Krista Chavez | February 8

This past Sunday night, an estimated 113 million viewers sat down with friends and family to watch Super Bowl 51.

News

Faculty Senate votes to oppose travel ban

By Jenny Evans | February 8

Ban prevents “cultural exchange and understanding,” memo says

Opinion

Climate change under President Trump

By Olivia Richter | February 8

Solar panels are, arguably, old news. The eco-friendly technology has been around for decades now, since Russell Ohl successfully created the first silicon cell in 1941. Thirteen years later, the first full solar panel was invented by three American researchers.

News

“AU Stands Up” for immigration rights

By Nora Turner | February 8

No Lost Generation at AU holds a protest against the Trump immigration ban

News

Buredo coming to Tenleytown in 2017

By Emaan Khan | February 8

The DC chain will open between Cava and Nando’s on Wisconsin Avenue

Opinion

Sexualize me: assessing the emasculation of Asian American men

By Tyler Lin | February 7

What’s a guy gotta do to be viewed as a sexual object around here? Seems like the answer is: not be Asian. Everyone, whether they choose to acknowledge it or not, can recognize that masculinity is an incredibly fragile notion.

Opinion

Resistance and the civic responsibility that comes with it

By Julia Gagnon | February 7

Just a few months ago, I sat on Capitol Hill and answered phones. I listened to mothers and fathers plead and bargain with me.

Sports

AU Hall of Fame induction highlights three storied athletic careers

By Shannon Scovel | February 7

Inductees share memories of their AU student-athlete experience during 2017 recognition dinner

Opinion

Burwell faces many challenges, but we are optimistic for her future

By The Eagle Editorial Board | February 7

The Eagle is happy to welcome AU’s new president Sylvia Mathews Burwell to our campus community.

Guest Columns

Letter to the editor: Response to Jan. 31 op-ed

By Daniel Kryger | February 7

I have a few questions regarding next steps for those that agree with last week’s op-ed calling refugee resettlement in the U.S.

Sports

Binghampton takes down AU wrestling in EIWA home dual

By Shannon Scovel | February 7

Midway through 285-pound junior Brett Dempsey’s wrestling match against Binghamton sophomore Connor Calkins, Sunday’s team dual looked to be close.

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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