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#BlackLivesMatter founder speaks at AU

By Theresa Maher · Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016

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

Takeaways from AU’s loss against Boston

By Austin Sternlicht · Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016

“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.

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

By Zach Ewell · Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016

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.

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.

News

Students of color frustrated with campus climate

By Riddhi Sarkar | December 28

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.

News

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

By Katerina Pappas | December 27

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

News

AU takes months to pay students for canceling housing

By Ellie Hartleb | December 26

Students left waiting for over a month for $500 refunds

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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