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AU President Neil Kerwin sat down with The Eagle to discuss issues of race on campus. Kerwin published an op-ed in the paper on Nov. 4, pledging to hold discussions on inclusion.

Students of color frustrated with campus climate

By Riddhi Sarkar · Monday, Dec. 28, 2015

Students say racist social media posts and posters on campus have created a culture of exclusion.

Katie, played by Kendra McNulty, and Joe, played by Sam Ferguson.Photo taken by Photo Collective Photographer Anna Moneymaker.

Tears, vomit and drugs fall on Katzen’s stage floor in AU’s production of “Bachelorette” last month

By Katerina Pappas · Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015

My mom once asked me what kind of wedding I wanted, and I said I’m unsure if I wanted a wedding at all.

AU takes months to pay students for canceling housing

By Ellie Hartleb · Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015

Students left waiting for over a month for $500 refunds

Lifestyle

Cheerful Chugs: Wintry movie and cocktail pairings

By Shelby Morgan | December 23

The Eagle offers you very merry drink and movie choices to bring out your holiday cheer.

Sports

An introduction to Ben Simmons and a brief history of AU against NBA players

By Austin Sternlicht | December 22

AU basketball analyst Austin Sternlicht discusses AU, LSU and NBA stars who have played against the Eagles.

Music

Neon Trees fills the Washington Hilton with rockin' music and light shows

By Shelby Morgan | December 22

The Utah-based pop rock band wowed crowds at its "private concert."

Sports

Experienced Eagles dominate Davidson

By Tommy Bennett | December 21

AU Wrestling racks up three falls, rolling to a 41-10 victory.

Sports

Teague's Team

By Vincent Salandro | December 21

An inside look at the academic and athletic success of the AU wrestling program.

Senior forward Marko Vasic takes a shot during Media Day in October. Vasic scored 12 points against UMES.

News

Turnovers plague men’s basketball in 79-64 loss

By Jennifer Reyes | December 20

The Eagles give up 39 points on turnovers in 79-64 loss to UMES.

Members of the AU men's basketball team pose at Media Day in October

Sports

Takeaways from AU’s loss against Stony Brook

By Austin Sternlicht | December 18

Austin Sternlicht analyzes the strengths and weaknesses shown by the AU men’s basketball in its loss against Stony Brook on Thursday.

News

Men’s basketball continues to struggle with non-conference schedule

By Jennifer Reyes | December 18

The Eagles move to 2-7 overall after 86-68 loss to Stony Brook.

Sports

Recruiting the next generation of Eagles

By Jennifer Reyes | December 17

Head coach Mike Brennan and his assistants have worked hard to recruit top flight recruits.

Sports

Women’s basketball spotlight: Kaitlyn Lewis

By Shannon Scovel | December 17

Kaitlyn Lewis, a guard from Pennsylvania, stars as the fourth and final freshman in The Eagle’s women basketball spotlight series.

Students celebrate commencement ceremony in Bender Arena on Dec. 16. Photo Credit: Devin Mitchell/THE EAGLE

News

AU’s summer and fall graduates celebrated at December commencement

By Riddhi Sarkar | December 16

The University held its first unified ceremony in a decade

News

Black Lives Matter co-founder speaking at AU

By Jillian O'Donohoe | December 14

Patrisse Cullors will speak on Jan. 13 at an event co-hosted by KPU and six minority student organizations

Sports

Boyle finals at Cliff Keen Las Vegas Wrestling Invitational

By Jess Kowal | December 11

The Eagles look forward to a strong season after standout performances in weekend tournament

News

Finals Week resources and perks

By Riddhi Sarkar | December 9

The end of the semester is here, and just as students studying for finals, various spots on campus, including the Academic Support and Access Center, Bender Library and the Davenport Coffee Lounge, are holding events to help students cope with the stress of exams.

News

Culture, color and Caleen Jennings on theatre

By Freddy Rodriguez | December 8

Why can’t a black mother and white father have two Asian-American children?

Sports

NCAA Volleyball Tournament Recap

By Jackson W. Pincus | December 8

The Eagles defeated Kentucky 3-0 but fell to Ohio State in the following round.

Music

The Scene’s holiday playlist

By Zach Ewell | December 7

The Scene has compiled a holiday playlist just in time for finals week.

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