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Aramark employee hospitalized during shift last week

By Ivy Kaplan · Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016

An Aramark housekeeping staff member was taken to the hospital last Tuesday afternoon after suffering from severe pain during her shift.

AU Association of Black Journalists launches the Blackprint

By Shannon Scovel · Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016

Co-editor Elisha Brown said the online publication will be used to promote discussions of social issues and campus concerns.

Exploited Wonks holds #Justice4Ana rally

By Maria Carrasco · Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016

Protesters say Ana Ebanks was unjustly terminated

News

Senate denies SG secretary nomination

By Maria Carrasco | September 7

SG Senate voted majority to reject Black, new nominee confirmation next week.

News

Police give all clear this afternoon after reports of hand grenade in Fort Reno park

By Alix Mammina | September 6

911 call reported a hand grenade near Wilson High School

News

Firing of Aramark worker sparks social media uproar

By Theresa Maher and Ivy Kaplan | September 5

Ana Ebanks claims she was fired because she missed 40 minutes of work

Junior forward Kaylee Hillard's clearance attempt is contested by Tennessee freshman Maya Neal during the Eagles 3-0 loss to the Volunteers Sunday at Reeves Field

Sports

AU women’s soccer loses sixth consecutive game

By Shannon Scovel | September 5

The Eagles fell 3-0 to the overwhelming force of the University of Tennessee

Lifestyle

YouTube turns YouFit

By Aubrey Gelpieryn | September 2

Tired of the gym? Pull out your computer and start sweating from the comfort of your dorm

Opinion

Professors: may be close, but yet so far

By Sameer Chintamani | September 2

Stuck on the Red Line again? Can’t drive a few miles on the Beltway without getting stuck in traffic?

Music

Crown the Empire’s “Retrograde” hits big with hardcore fans

By Michael Blickstein | September 1

“Retrograde” by Dallas native Crown the Empire does well with fans but still doesn’t have what it takes to grow and expand

News

Q and A: AU Panhellenic Council President Jenna Shaw

By Isabella Le bon | September 1

Shaw aims to make Greek community more diverse, intersectional and inclusive

Guest Columns

Op-ed: No more empty stands and sidelines

By Luke Barr | August 31

Blue Crew chairman Luke Barr urges student body to support athletes on the field

Opinion

Letter to the Editor: Sallie Mae exec responds to column

By Ellen J. Roberts | August 31

Consumer bank says they recommend students explore scholarships before considering private loans

News

University updates students on Title IX initiatives

By Courtney Rozen | August 31

AU makes new strides in sexual assault prevention, but some say school still has long way to go

Senator Susan Collins will speak at AU on Sept. 8.

News

Senator Susan Collins to speak at first KPU event of the year

By Jillian O'Donohoe | August 30

The most senior woman Republican senator will speak on Sept. 8

Members of the fall Panhellenic Council gather for a photo.

Guest Columns

All of the Greek life community needs to take a stand against sexual assault

By Samantha Russell | August 30

Panhellenic Council leader Sam Russell urges Greek community, freshmen to take trainings seriously

Lifestyle

Must-see stops on the Red Line

By Ambar Pardilla | August 30

There's no need to travel far to enjoy some of the best DC has to offer

Sports

AU celebrates Centrowitz’s gold medal mile

By Shannon Scovel | August 30

He felt like family. To the millions of viewers watching Saturday’s Olympic 1500 meter final, Matthew Centrowitz Jr.

Opinion

Visions for our future

By Sameer Chintamani , Shelby Moring , Annamarie Rienzi , Kris Schneider , Julia Gagnon , Olivia Richter and Alexander Zipper | August 29

What Eagle columnists hope to see from the administration, the student body and the country this year

News

Hasan Minhaj to speak at AU September 14

By Arielle Weg | August 29

The Daily Show correspondent will be the first joint KPU and SUB event of the year

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