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Legal News

Public Safety seeks information on incident with alleged members of EI

By Sam Bermas-Dawes · Monday, April 27, 2015

Public Safety has launched an investigation into the April 16 incident on the quad involving several alleged members of Epsilon Iota. Campus police distributed pamphlets around campus to students last week calling for witnesses or information regarding the incident in front of MGC.

AU’s acceptance rate drops over 10 points

By Kim Szarmach · Monday, April 27, 2015

Acceptance to the University becomes more difficult as the applicant pool grows by 11 percent

WCL professor launches bid for Congress

By Cuneyt Dil · Monday, April 27, 2015

Maryland State Sen. and Washington College of Law professor Jamie B. Raskin announced he would run for the Maryland 8th congressional district.

Lifestyle

Restaurant Review: Eat barbecue meat at Pitmasters Back Alley BBQ

By Aly Seidel | April 26

Don’t order pizza. This new BBQ joint will deliver to your door.

Lifestyle

Getting Baked with Heather: Chicken and pesto pizza

By Heather Mongilio | April 26

The former EIC takes a break from baked goods to cook up a more savory meal.

News

Freshman lifeguard pulls distressed swimmer from AU pool to safety

By Jillian O'Donohoe | April 24

A medical emergency was averted in Revees Aquatic Center on April 8, when a freshman lifeguard pulled a struggling swimmer from the pool.

Opinion

Op-Ed: Even disruptive free speech must be protected

By Ford Fischer | April 24

Ford Fischer responds to an earlier op-ed on protesting.

News

Increased instances of vandalism reported in Anderson Hall

By Brooke Evans | April 24

Frequent damages to property in Anderson Hall were reported this spring semester.

News

New student group brings Rep. Hank Johnson to campus

By Sam Bermas-Dawes | April 22

At Million Hoodies Movement event, Johnson spoke about criminal justice reform issues, discrimination among police.

Opinion

Op-Ed: AU Should Ban Protesting in Academic Buildings

By Zachary Andrews | April 22

One writer’s opinion on the limits of protesting

Sports

Women’s basketball head coach Megan Gebbia signs contract extension

By Vincent Salandro | April 22

Gebbia signs a three-year contract extension to remain with AU through 2021

Music

Toro y Moi to bring psychedelic summer tunes to 9:30 Club

By Andrea Diaz | April 21

The prince of indie-synthpop comes to DC in support of “What For?”

Lifestyle

Getting baked with Heather: Nutella and strawberry crescent rolls

By Heather Mongilio | April 21

The Eagle's former editor-in-chief outlines one of her tastiest recipes.

Lifestyle

Crumbs and Whiskers: D.C.’s first cat cafe.

By Emily Blomquist | April 21

This new cat cafe will combine two of your favorite things: cats and food.

News

The Gym Rat Diaries: A Free Yoga Class at Georgetown’s Lululemon

By Arielle Weg | April 21

Georgetown’s Lululemon offers free, beginner yoga classes.

News

Concert Review: Walk The Moon gets 9:30 Club to “Shut Up and Dance”

By Laura Neumayer | April 20

The indie-pop group gave an all-out performance for the second night of their sold-out DC shows.

Lifestyle

Get wet with these water sports

By Freddy Rodriguez | April 20

It’s getting hot in the District. Here are some activities that will help cool your body.

News

Concert Preview: Kodaline welcomed to D.C. at the 9:30 Club

By Katie Burke | April 20

The highly-praised Irish quartet, Kodaline, is sure to impress.

Sports

Double duties: Richard Perry, the wrestler and the coach

By Vincent Salandro | April 17

Assistant coach Richard Perry has two roles, one as an upper-weight coach for AU and one as a competitive wrestler with Olympic aspirations.

Sports

AU freshmen lacrosse goalies stay strong and confident inside the cage

By Shannon Scovel | April 17

Freshman lacrosse goalies Rose Redfoot and Taylor Dumpson work together to become stronger players.

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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