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Concert Preview: 9:30 Club welcomes the cool kids of Echosmith

By Laura Neumayer · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2015

The family band has broken the Top 40 charts, and has their sights set on D.C.

Chicken & Lawfuls: Three golden rules for surviving law school

By Naveed Afshar · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015

Our first law school column gives tips on how to get through law school and get that degree.

AU student musicians ride wave of NPR Tiny Desk support

By Leo Versel · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015

The American University student-musicians, who record as “Boon,” unravel the story behind their upcoming EP

News

Humanities Lab offers students an alternative learning experience in a hyper-political science region

By Katherine Saltzman | February 24

Guest lectures and performances related to media and geographies to be offered during the spring 2015 semester

Opinion

Quick Take: Black Lives Matter

February 24

Three writers give their thoughts on the recent Black Lives Matter movement.

Music

Concert Review: COIN puts on electric performance at Black Cat

By Laura Neumayer | February 24

The up-and-coming band brings its A game to D.C.

Lifestyle

Learn a lesson at Captain Cookie & The Milkman

By Freddy Rodriguez | February 24

A trip to this new cookie bakery will leave you with a lesson and a full stomach.

News

AU alum suspected in murder-suicide

By Katherine Saltzman | February 24

Wajih Mazloum, ‘08, and his girlfriend found dead on Feb. 1

Former First Lady Laura Bush speaks at a Bush Institute event celebrating International Women's Day.

News

Former first lady to accept WONK of the Year award

By Jillian O'Donohoe | February 23

Laura Bush has been announced as 2015’s WONK of the Year.

Sports

Late game heroics propel Women’s Basketball to 45-42

By Will Burns | February 23

With the win over Army, the Eagles are in sole possession of first place in the Patriot League

Opinion

Staff Ed: Public safety needs better communication, transparency

By The Eagle Editorial Staff | February 23

Our security officers need to understand that protesting is part of AU’s culture.

Music

Q&A: The Dodos guitarist Meric Long

By Jack Stringer | February 23

Guitarist Meric Long talks about new album “Individ,” life on tour, and why he plays “music for other musicians.”

News

Tenley law school campus construction continues on schedule

By Kim Szarmach | February 23

All main building structures have been completed and project set for completion Spring 2016

Opinion

Op-ed: The Hate We Don’t Talk About

By Michael Brest | February 23

Anti-Semitic violence is a startling growing trend.

Music

Concert Review: Bad Suns bring California warmth to Rock n’ Roll Hotel

By Katie Burke | February 23

Not one, not two, but three boybands enchanted D.C. on Feb. 18.

News

Administration may re-examine campus alcohol policy

By Zoe Morgan | February 23

University administration could revisit ban on alcohol with construction of East Campus housing.

Lonnie Lynn (Common) and John Legend perform with the Oscar® nominated Original Song, “Glory” from the film "Selma" during the live ABC Telecast of The 87th Oscars® at the Dolby® Theatre in Hollywood, CA on Sunday, February 22, 2015.

News

The M&M Report: Instant reaction to the 2015 Oscars

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | February 23

The hosts recorded their thoughts on this year’s telecast just minutes after it ended.

Music

Concert Review: Theophilus London brings more than a concert to U Hall

By Andrea Diaz | February 21

The legendary collective performed as part of The Howard Theatre’s Black History of Music Month series.

Music

Concert Review: George Clinton and the Parliament Funkadelic throw concert party

By Trent Burns | February 21

The legendary collective performed as part of The Howard Theatre’s Black History of Music Month series.

News

The American dream, not so green

By Kim Szarmach | February 20

As AU's composting partner stops receiving waste, all of University's organic material is being sent to landfills.

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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