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Student opens pop-up vintage clothing store in Woodley Park

By Arielle Weg · Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015

Gorgeous vintage pieces line the racks of Woodley Park’s newest fashion store with eye-catching bright colors reminiscent of ‘90s style. Emma Bartley, a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences, recently opened Environs Vintage, a pop-up store inside Via Gypset, a vintage and consignment shop. Bartley has collected vintage clothing since high school, finding unique pieces in thrift stores and online vendors such as Etsy.

Photo Credit: AU Athletic Communications2015-2016 AU Wrestling Team

AU wrestling prepares for 2015-2016 season

By Joe Iraola · Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015

Seniors John Boyle and David Terao hope to lead the team to success at the NCAA level

Eagle photographer Owain James models a business formal outfit complete with a white dress shirt, dark pants, dark belt, black tie and classy watch accessory.

Dress codes debunked: College student edition

By Sarah Gelin · Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015

The Scene digs into the details behind the most common dress codes.

News

A few spooky podcasts to check out for the month of November

By Danielle Bourn | November 2

he Scene recommends five podcasts if you’re looking for a belated Halloween fix.

Photo Credit: AU Athletics and Blue Crew Leadership CouncilFreshman Emily Wolfe will take over as the new Blue Crew chairperson.

Sports

Building a family within Blue Crew

By Shannon Scovel | November 2

Freshmen Emily Wolfe takes over as chairperson of the Blue Crew Leadership Council.

Photo Credit: Rosie Black/Photo Collective Head coach Megan Gebbia discusses game strategy with her team during a game last season. The Eagles will look to defend their conference title this year.

Sports

Season Preview: Women’s basketball

By Vincent Salandro | November 2

The AU Women’s basketball team looks to repeat as conference champions this year with a new lineup.

News

Avalon apartments now charging for guest parking passes

By Jillian O'Donohoe | November 2

Apartment complex replaces free parking with $10 charge, while Berkshire Apartments and Greenbriar condos continue to offer free guest parking.

News

AU worker’s rights activists announce TDR worker’s hours restored after cuts earlier this semester

By Megan Yoder and Riddhi Sarkar | November 2

Hours for some contract workers were restored in response to pressure from student and worker activism.

News

Gabriel Unruh elected speaker of Senate on Sunday

By Courtney Rozen | November 2

Unruh’s vision of Speaker who focuses on advocacy wins out as the 11th Undergraduate Senate commences

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2015 Kogod alum, David Kabakow, dies of rare immune disease

By Ellie Hartleb | October 31

Kabakow was a founding father of ZBT, member of AU’s gospel choir and budding realtor.

Cooper Lohr, a junior in the School of Public Affairs, signs a poster to be sent to Shlonsky's parents. Lohr was one of Shlonsky's 'littles' in his fraternity.

News

AU community commemorates life of Matthew Shlonsky at memorial service

By Brooke Evans | October 31

Shlonsky, who graduated from the School of International Service in 2014, was killed this summer.

Features

AU ranked among top Teach for America producers

By Courtney Rozen | October 30

Students have mixed feelings as to whether TFA is a positive program recruiting on campus

News

The best costumes for Halloween (sans cultural appropriation)

By Graham Burch | October 30

The Scene explains how to make the best costume choices for Halloween weekend.

News

The Weekend Scene: Halloween weekend

By Arielle Weg | October 30

The Scene chronicles the best Halloweekend activities.

Music

The Scene's Halloween playlist

By Zach Ewell | October 30

No one really likes The Monster Mash that much.

News

Kendrick Lamar, National Symphony Orchestra deliver an intimate performance at Kennedy Center

By Adena Maier | October 30

Backed by the National Symphony Orchestra, Lamar performed a medley of “To Pimp a Butterfly.”

Music

Rae Sremmurd showed AU students what “SremmLife” is really about at AU concert

By Jean Vozella | October 30

After a rough start to SUB’s show, the brothers brought energy to Bender Arena.

Lifestyle

Cover Story: The weed wonk

By Zach Ewell | October 29

AU alumnus Adam Eidinger reopens Capitol Hemp, selling marijuana paraphernalia and hemp products

Photo Credit: Shelby Morgan/THE EAGLEEnjoy a Morticia-Rita cocktail margarita and spend an evening with Morticia Addams this Halloween. (Please remember to drink responsibly and only if you are 21+)

Lifestyle

Sip ‘n’ scream: Spooktastic movie and cocktail pairings

By Shelby Morgan | October 29

The Eagle brings you festive drink and movie choices to put you in the Halloween spirit.

Photo Credit: Shelby Morgan/ THE EAGLE Senior outside hitter Kristyna Lindovska celebrates a point with her teammates in a game against the University of Maryland-Baltimore County on Sept. 19. Lindovska added nine kills against Navy on Tuesday night.

Sports

Women’s Volleyball grinds out four-set victory over Navy

By Vincent Salandro | October 28

The Eagles rally behind defense after dropping first set to the Mids

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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