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AU students find their herd on YikYak

By Yuri Perelman and Ella Altman | April 28

When Erek Williams, a freshman in the School of International Service, ran for president of the Residence Hall Association, he thought he could distinguish himself from the competition by creating an on-campus parody of President Donald Trump’s outspoken campaign.  That all changed the day his ...

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Opinion

Letter from the Editor: Learning from the paper and each other

By Walker Whalen | April 28

Every Tuesday night at 8:15 p.m. for the last four academic years, I’ve packed into a classroom with dozens of other Eagle staff members. Our editorial board meetings are one of the more interesting enduring traditions we’ve held through our 100-year history. I confess that as a newly minted staff ...

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News

Students wonder: does AU’s renamed DEI office still uphold its mission?

By Rachel Novick | April 27

Students weighed whether American University’s renaming the Center for Diversity & Inclusion indicated a shift in its core values of “diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusive excellence.” Some students, many of whom The Eagle interviewed in Fall 2025, said the name change has been insignificant, ...

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News

American University raises tuition by 4 percent, leaving students frustrated

By Adaobi (Myles) Nwatu | April 27

President Alger sent an email on March 17 announcing a 4 percent tuition increase. The University’s chapter of Young Democratic Socialists of America is now urging students to sign a “Tuition Hike” petition to protest against the raise. On March 18, YDSA posted an infographic regarding President ...

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Sports

Sammy Schulman finds his calling on the Eagles’ sidelines

By Jack Stashower | April 27

After a heartbreaking loss in Dayton, Ohio, Sammy Schulman thought his time working with the men’s basketball team had come to an end. Then student-manager Schulman, like many graduating from college last spring, began the search for his next opportunity. He didn’t expect it to come from his recent ...

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News

Entre casa y salón

By Sabrina Solares and Nicole Eisner | April 27

Según la página de Spanish Heritage Studies de American University, la mayoría de estudiantes de herencia hispana, crecieron en hogares donde el español estaba presente como lengua principal. Sin embargo, la inseguridad por su pronunciación o el miedo a ser juzgados suele limitar su participación ...

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Opinion

Defining 250+, a conversation with President Alger

By Harry Walton | April 27

The following piece is an opinion and does not reflect the views of The Eagle and its staff. All opinions are edited for grammar, style and argument structure and fact-checked, but the opinions are the writer’s own. The Declaration of Independence celebrates its 250th birthday this July 4. Festivities ...

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News

Zero Waste expands initiatives for 2025-2026 school year

By Abigail Chamberlin | April 27

Before 2024, American University averaged about 50 tons of compost each year. In 2025, that number surged to 214 tons.  Behind that increase is the Zero Waste Department, which has expanded its composting initiatives and sustainability programs during the 2025-2026 school year.  Zero Waste ...

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Opinion

The Seagle launches an even better AU strategic plan

By The Seagle Staff | April 27

Here at the Seagle, we’re elated to announce this semester’s strategic plan! Eagle-eyed (haha, get it?) readers might say “Hey, aren’t these plans supposed to last longer than a standard pregnancy?” Well, yes. But they haven’t worked yet, so them’s the breaks.  The strategic plan ...

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News

Racing to rebrand: Inside ‘Meet Our Moment’

By Abigail Hatting , Madeleine Olive Beal Redd and Sophia Cooper | April 27

Out with “Changemakers for a Changing World,” in with “Meet our Moment.” With the expiration of former American University President Sylvia Burwell’s seven-year strategic plan, President Jonathan Alger is ushering in a new era of civic life.  In January, President Alger announced the ...

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Campus

‘You can’t laugh too much:’ Scott Dikkers finds meaning through satire

By Hannah Pietropaolo | April 27

For Scott Dikkers, former co-owner and editor-in-chief of the nationally known satirical publication The Onion, humor isn’t just a natural talent, but a skill that anyone can develop. The Onion is a satirical news outlet known for its parody articles that mimic traditional journalism while commenting ...

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Sports

Lacrosse celebrates seniors with 14-7 win over Holy Cross

By Ella Wilson | April 24

The American University lacrosse team (4-12) sent its seniors off with a huge 14-7 win on April 11, beating the Holy Cross Crusaders (6-9) at Reeves Field. The Eagles were driven by the beautiful weather, a loud sideline and a full senior day crowd from the opening whistle. Sophomore goalkeeper Brooke ...

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Local

Student Travel Plans Affected by DHS Shutdown

By Anaha Prabhakaran | April 23

When she went home to Oklahoma for spring break, Valery Gutierrez, a freshman in American University’s School of International Service and School of Communication, couldn’t have predicted her return to Washington, D.C. would take much longer than usual. However, lines at Transportation Security ...

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News

Después de dos años Mora regresó con ‘Lo Mismo de Siempre’

By Ben Cunningham | April 23

Gabriel Armando Mora Quintero, más conocido como “Mora”, nació en Bayamón, Puerto Rico en el año 1996. Él lanzó su primer disco “Primer Día de Clases” en 2021, desde ahí su carrera comenzó a crecer.  Después de un descanso de 2 años, el artista decidió sacar su nuevo álbum. ...

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Campus

The Bridge’s annual pop-up gives a sweet farewell to their seniors

By Siobhan Stubbe | April 23

As the month of April kicked off, American University students ventured to The Bridge for their pre-class coffees to be greeted with bright colors, drink specials and elaborate decorations.  The Bridge’s annual week-long spring pop-up features a new theme each year. This year’s “Candyland” ...

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Campus

AU hosts a panel in honor of FDR wheelchair statue

By Unity Jirkovsky-Gual | April 22

In partnership with the FDR Memorial Legacy Committee, American University hosted a Disability Representation in America panel on March 31 to honor the 25th anniversary of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Wheelchair Statue.  The wheelchair statue in the Tidal Basin was added in 2001 after a group ...

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Basketball

Three seniors, three paths: Sprouse, Samuels and Jones reflect on their careers

By Ben Epstein | April 22

For Geoff Sprouse, Adrian Samuels and Noah Jones, bringing a championship back home to Bender Arena was the definitive highlight of their careers. But for each senior, the path to Patriot League glory was vastly different.  “I came here on a visit around springtime, and the weather was beautiful. ...

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