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Students, faculty discussed ideas for new general education curriculum at a town hall Wednesday

By Ellie Hartleb · Friday, Jan. 15, 2016

The General Education Task Force co-chairs discussed plans to recreate AU’s general education program via a new core curriculum that will emphasize capitalizing on the college experience, bringing discussions on diversity to the classroom and renewing the focus on learning outcomes at a student town hall on Jan.

Bill Nye to speak at AU on Feb. 9

By Kate Magill · Friday, Jan. 15, 2016

The popular scientist will speak to students in Bender Arena

Hoverboards temporarily banned on campus

By Austin Sternlicht · Friday, Jan. 15, 2016

Due to several reports of accidents and explosions, the popular Christmas toy has been banned until further notice

News

#BlackLivesMatter founder speaks at AU

By Theresa Maher | January 14

Patrisse Cullors discussed the importance of the #BlackLivesMatter movement and her experience with racial strife.

Sports

Takeaways from AU’s loss against Boston

By Austin Sternlicht | January 14

“Just more of the same.” With just five words, head basketball coach Mike Brennan accurately described AU’s 61-50 loss against Boston University last night in Bender Arena.

News

SUB to bring comedians Vanessa Bayer, Mike Birbiglia and Streeter Seidell to AU

By Zach Ewell | January 14

Student Union Board will bring Saturday Night Live actor, screenwriter and Orange is the New Black actor to campus.

Andrija Matic goes for a layup in the second half of the game against Boston.

Sports

Men’s Basketball 14th loss of the season highlights continued offensive struggles

By Jennifer Reyes | January 14

The Eagles continue to flounder in the second half, losing 61-50 to BU

News

AU ends relationship with Soapy Joe’s over poor customer service

By Jillian O'Donohoe | January 12

HDP ends relationship with the laundry service after months of student complaints

Sports

AU swimmer qualifies for 2016 Olympic Games

By Shannon Scovel | January 12

Junior Caylee Watson will swim the 100-meter backstroke for the U.S. Virgin Islands in Rio this summer.

News

Remembering David Bowie and his D.C. detainment

By Zach Ewell | January 11

David Bowie was detained by immigration police at Dulles Airport in 1971.

Music

Kanye is bringing G.O.O.D. Fridays back

By Matt Holt | January 11

Earlier last week, Kim Kardashian confirmed suspicions that G.O.O.D Fridays are back.

News

Tenleytown Whole Foods evacuated due to bomb threat

By Kate Magill | January 11

The store was evacuated due to a suspicious package call

News

Founder’s Day to be held at National Portrait Gallery

By Kate Magill | January 11

This year’s ball will be held on Feb. 20 and be the largest in AU’s history

Junior Paris Maragkos shoots a layup against Lehigh in AU's 65-50 loss on Jan. 9

Sports

Takeaway’s from AU’s loss against Lehigh

By Austin Sternlicht | January 10

The Eagles recorded their fourth league loss on Saturday to the Mountain Hawks

Photo courtesy of Steve Cammarota, a junior who is participating in the trip.

News

Students travel to Vietnam on Alternative Break trip

By Riddhi Sarkar | January 6

The trip to the country, the first in a decade, addressed post-conflict issues that affect daily life in the region.

Photo Collage Created by Shannon Scovel. Photo Credits left to Right: Elise Moore, Shelby Morgan, Shelby Morgan, Shelby Morgan, Shannon Scovel, Owain James

Sports

The Eagle 2015 Sports Awards

By Jennifer Reyes and Shannon Scovel | January 2

To celebrate the start of 2016, The Eagle sports staff selected top athletes, moments and coaches from last year.

Basketball

Quick Takes From AU’s loss at Loyola

By Austin Sternlicht | January 1

Austin Sternlicht breaks down AU’s first conference loss of the year.

News

Women’s basketball spotlight: Michelle Holmes

By Jennifer Reyes | December 30

The senior forward talks success and senior leadership with The Eagle as the first senior in the weekly women’s basketball Q&A features.

News

AU Panhellenic Association passes "Events with Recognized Fraternity" policy

By Theresa Maher/THE EAGLE | December 29

Policy mandates that sororities only participate in events with fraternities in 'good standing' with University.

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