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Is AU full of “excellent sheep?”

By Shelby Ostergaard · Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015

Columnist Shelby Ostergaard worries that AU will lose as much as it gains by moving up in the college rankings.

Islamophobic posters found on campus made Muslim students feel unsafe

By Elli Bloomberg · Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015

The posters are associated with an organization called the David Horowitz Freedom Center, and the University hasn’t identified who put them up.

Staff Editorial: Ending dry campus policy is the right move

By The Eagle Editorial Staff · Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015

Allowing students 21+ to have alcohol in the residence halls may not produce some of the benefits administrators hope for, but it’s still a positive step.

Photo Credit: Owain JamesAU defeated Army 4-1 at home in the first round of the Patriot League playoffs. The team competes against Boston on Friday in New York.

Sports

AU soccer knocks out Army, advances to Patriot League semifinals

By Gabe Bichinho | November 11

The Eagles defeat Army 4-1 on wet afternoon in the first round of the conference tournament

News

New report shows gaps between job description and duties for housing workers

By Courtney Rozen | November 10

RAs and other student workers in Housing and Dining Programs are often subject to far more work than their contracts spell out, SG report says.

Photo Credit: Danielle Bourn JR JR performs at the 9:30 club.

Music

JR JR rocks 9:30 Club

By Danielle Bourn | November 10

The band played fan favorites and a few covers, prompting the audience to sing along.

Photo Credit: Columbia TriStar Marketing Group

News

Movie Review: “Goosebumps”

By Laura Turner | November 8

90’s kids rejoice! Your childhood has finally hit the big screen.

Opinion

Sanders and Trump are signs of changing politics

November 8

Voters on both parts of the political spectrum are looking for radical change, columnist Rathna Muralidharan argues.

Junior midfielder Natalie Marsh jogs across the field with freshman forward Rafaela Rubas (left) and sophomore defender Angela Virtu (right) during a game against Bucknell University on Oct. 31.

Sports

Field hockey season ends against Boston University in Patriot League Championship

By Jennifer Reyes | November 7

The Eagles prove unable to complete a comeback in the PL championships after falling behind 2-0 in the first half.

Allison Cappellino goes up for a block in a match against UMBC on Sept. 19

Sports

AU volleyball clinches regular season Patriot League title with weekend sweeps

By Vincent Salandro | November 7

Straight set victories over Lehigh and Colgate help the Eagles earn the top seed in PL tournament.

Sports

AU basketball coaches discuss season prospects at 2015 AU Hoop Talk dinner

By Shannon Scovel | November 7

Brennan and Gebbia field questions from Dr. Billy Walker, Dan Laing and audience members about their goals for the year.

Sports

Brennan, players discuss changes in rotation and the NCAA rules at media day

By Gabe Bichinho | November 7

New big men, skilled freshmen among main topics at men’s basketball public event.

Lifestyle

The Weekend Scene: Nov. 5-8

By Katerina Pappas | November 7

Are you bored of Tenleytown? The Scene found awesome events in other areas of D.C. for this weekend.

News

Movie Review: “Spectre”

By Jack Stringer | November 7

“Spectre,” Daniel Craig’s fourth film as James Bond, brings great action but lacks a strong villain.

Features

After AU: Alumnus Chris Obermeyer, teacher and lobbyist

By Ellie Hartleb | November 6

Chris Obermeyer moved to D.C. to study the evolution of fish as a PhD student at George Washington University.

News

Total Wine & More founder to speak Nov. 18

By Chloe Johnson | November 6

David Trone will speak at an event co-sponsored by KPU and Kogod.

Music

JR JR to take on the 9:30 Club on Friday night

By Danielle Bourn | November 5

The band will bring electronic indie-pop good vibes all the way from Michigan.

Photo Credit: Shelby Morgan/The EagleAU field hockey defeated Bucknell last weekend and will face Lafayette in the first round of the Patriot League Tournament this weekend.

Sports

2015 field hockey Patriot League Tournament preview

By Vincent Salandro | November 5

The Eagles look to claim their tenth conference championship this weekend in Boston.

Opinion

Building an accessible AU

By Marianne Huger Thomson | November 5

Physical access is just one aspect of making AU truly accommodating.

Guest Columns

In pursuit of a more inclusive university

By Neil Kerwin | November 4

President Neil Kerwin addresses recently expressed concerns about campus climate and racism.

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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