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AU unable to send complete information to The Washington Post

By Freddy Rodriguez · Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014

AU declined to submit a comprehensive file on this year’s projected freshman class for two stories that The Washington Post published on Oct.

Young, talented and kinky

By Jordan-Marie Smith · Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014

An AU student is making a name for herself in the BDSM world.

Dumiak’s strong performance leads AU Women’s Basketball past Manhattan College

By Vincent Salandro · Thursday, Dec. 18, 2014

Twenty points from Jen Dumiak and a comprehensive second-half performance power the Eagles to a 60-52 victory over the Manhattan College Jaspers

News

DC Council unanimously approves deal for DC United stadium

By Cuneyt Dil | December 18

The 20,000 seat stadium is slated to open in time for the 2017 season

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AU Counseling Center stretched thin

By Kate Magill | December 18

The average wait for an appointment at the Counseling Center is three weeks.

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AU students join thousands in ‘Justice for All’ march

By Cuneyt Dil | December 18

Dozens from AU attend march aimed to call attention to racial injustice and police brutality

Sports

Men’s Basketball tops La Salle 68-66 in overtime thriller

By Matt Holt | December 17

The Eagles overcome a half court buzzer beater and a 13-point La Salle comeback to earn a tough non-conference victory.

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AU alum Ki'tay Davidson passes away

By Kim Szarmach | December 17

The disability justice activist passed away in his sleep on Dec. 2.

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Theater Review: Synetic Theater welcomes "Beauty and the Beast" with a twist

By Emily Packer | December 17

Synetic’s gothic adaptation puts the classic story in a new and dark light.

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The M&M Report: “Interstellar” and “Whiplash”

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | December 17

The hosts review Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster and Damian Chazelle’s critically acclaimed arthouse drama.

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Protests in D.C. for Eric Garner shutdown downtown

By Cuneyt Dil | December 17

More than two weeks after Darren Wilson decision, protesters take on a number of causes

Sports

Reed scores 22 points to power AU Men’s Basketball past Brown University

By Matt Holt | December 11

The Eagles played a strong second half to pull away from the Bears.

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Removal of chemical munition on AU property continuing this month

By Samantha Hogan | December 11

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers resumed work on Dec. 1 to clean up and remove possible chemical munition on AU’s property.

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AU completes severing of ties with unsafe factories in Bangladesh

By Samantha Hogan | December 11

The University will no longer carry apparel manufactured by JanSport.

Sports

AU Women’s Volleyball falls in the opening round of the NCAA Volleyball Tournament

By Vincent Salandro | December 11

The Eagles comeback bid is foiled by the Dayton Flyers in their four set loss in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

Music

Concert Review: Underachievers, Flatbush Zombies fill Fillmore with intense energy

By Leo Versel | December 7

The rap groups initiated mosh pits and launched into crowd during two-and-a-half-hour performance.

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On Stands Now: They said no

By Suzanne Gaber | December 5

After two years of student activism against fossil fuels, the Board of Trustees announced Nov. 21 that AU will not divest from fossil fuel investments.

Sports

On Stands Now: Teague Moore coaches wrestlers in sport and in life

By Shannon Scovel | December 5

In 2012, Moore coached graduates Ryan Flores and Ganbayar Sanjaa to NCAA All-American status, and last year, the wrestling team sent three student-athletes to the national tournament.

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On Stands Now: Spotlight on Chris Palmer

By Zach Ewell | December 5

AU’s resident environmental activist and filmmaker discusses his work.

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On Stands Now: AU Debate Team stretches mind, promotes diversity

By Samantha Hogan | December 5

Weekly competitions keep students on their toes and promote quick, intelligent thinking.

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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