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Yaniv Dinur, orchestra director, brings creativity full circle

By Adena Maier · Friday, Feb. 20, 2015

Born and raised in Jerusalem, Dinur has had a long and varied career in music and education.

Movie Review: “The Man Who Saved The World”

Friday, Feb. 20, 2015

A former Russian colonel is recognized for his efforts in averting nuclear catastrophe.

The Weekend Scene: Feb. 20-22

By Jordan-Marie Smith · Friday, Feb. 20, 2015

Weekend forecast calls for a battle of the bands competition, a film President Obama doesn’t like, future “SNL” cast members, and comic books.

News

SG to advocate for 2.7 percent tuition increase

By Lexie Morrison | February 20

The Undergraduate Senate passes bill on Feb. 8 to align with a group promoting tuition freeze, but still plans to promote slight increase

News

Predicted snow, sleet will not cancel Founder’s Day Ball

By Samantha Hogan | February 20

SG does not plan to cancel the ball despite slick roads and potential snow and freezing rain on Saturday

News

Q&A: Kevin Costner and Jim White from "McFarland, USA"

By Anagha Srikanth | February 20

On taking one man’s life story and turning it into a film.

Lifestyle

Talkin’ Tunes with Professor Brannon

By Katerina Pappas | February 20

Media professor Kyle Brannon is obsessed with rock ‘n' roll.

Lifestyle

The Gym Rat Diaries: Lunch break at The Protein Bar

By Arielle Weg | February 20

Checking out the ultimate stop for protein packed meals.

News

The M&M Report: The 2015 Oscars, Part 1

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | February 20

The hosts preview this year’s Academy awards with criticism and analysis featuring two special guests.

News

Movie Review: “McFarland, USA”

By Ana Srikanth | February 20

A feel-good sports movie with relevance.

News

AU alum produces counterculture film for millennials

By Trent Burns | February 20

It’s not uncommon for AU students to graduate with more than one degree, nor is it unusual for alumni to pursue a masters degree or work abroad.

Sports

Men’s Basketball start slow, lose to BU 61-53

By Matt Holt | February 19

The Eagles shot 24 percent in the first half, drops to fifth in the Patriot League.

Sports

Women’s Basketball maintain lead in Patriot League with comfortable victory

By Vincent Salandro | February 19

Led by another strong performance from senior Jen Dumiak, AU led wire-to-wire in a 58-50 victory over the Boston University Terriers.

News

Exhibit Review: “Photoworks: Presence of Place”

By Emily Blomquist | February 18

A touching photo tribute to an AU Alum

News

Movie Review: “She’s Beautiful When She’s Angry”

By Katarzyna Strycharz | February 18

Past and present chronicles of the feminist movement.

Lifestyle

Red Velvet Ranking: Georgetown’s best cupcakes

By Freddy Rodriguez | February 18

Three cupcakes, three bakeries, one eager taste-tester.

Sports

Biding her time: The patient development of Michelle Holmes

By Vincent Salandro | February 18

Women's Basketball's Michelle Holmes’ hard work and dedication has helped her emerge as a key element in AU’s success this season

News

Movie Review: “No Fire Zone: The Killing Fields of Sri Lanka”

By Emily Bader | February 18

Filmmaker Callum Macrae recounts the horror in Sri Lanka.

News

Exhibit Review: “Gods of War!” at Katzen

By Emily Bader | February 18

Phyllis Plattner combines art, history and culture for social criticism

Sports

Five keys for Men's Basketball down the stretch

By Austin Sternlicht | February 18

The Patriot League is coming down to the wire, and the AU men’s basketball team remains in the middle of the pack.

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.

Solutions by The State News