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The Weekend Scene: Sept. 19-21

By Jordan-Marie Smith · Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014

These events will get you off campus and out of northwest D.C. with comedy, dance, film and more.

D.C. Mayoral Debate live blog

By Cuneyt Dil · Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014

D.C. mayoral candidates Muriel Bowser, David A. Catania and Carol Schwartz debate at AU for their first general election forum together.

Almost half of first year students assigned to temporary triples

By Samantha Hogan · Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2014

More students accepted AU admissions offers and stress the demand for on-campus housing

News

AU commemorates 9/11 with candlelight vigil

By Bryan Park | September 17

Student Government and Kay Spiritual Center join to remember victims

News

AU East Campus construction begins

By Bryan Park | September 17

The new addition to campus set to begin construction.

Music

Ty Segall breaks garage rock sound barrier at 9:30 Club

By Zach Ewell | September 16

The fuzz rocker’s new album “Manipulator” is in stores now.

Sports

Men’s soccer cruises to 3-1 victory against Hartwick

By Vincent Salandro | September 16

The No. 19 Eagles continued their momentum Friday night in a 3-1 victory over the Hartwick University Hawks at Reeves Field.

Sports

Women’s soccer falls to Virginia Commonwealth University 3-0

By Vincent Salandro | September 16

Three first-half goals from VCU sink the Eagles.

News

SOC professor sheds light on military with new film "Fort Bliss"

By Tam Sackman | September 16

Professor Claudia Myers has gained international attention for her film “Fort Bliss,” starring Michelle Monaghan.

“Habits” singer Tove-Lo performs at the All Things Go Fall Classic.

Music

Review: All Things Go Fall Classic Music Festival overcomes inclement weather

By Trent Burns | September 16

The wavering autumn weather did not hinder the enthusiasm of the bands or the crowd during the daylong festival.

Opinion

Column: AU struggles to maintain political diversity

By Glenn Holmes | September 15

Columnist Glenn Holmes asks students to be more tolerant of other’s beliefs.

Opinion

Column: Fear cuts deeper than calculus

By Shelby Ostergaard | September 15

AU students aren’t very good at math. Shelby Ostergaard reflects on why.

Music

Review: DJ Shadow and Cut Chemist at the Fillmore

By Jordan-Marie Smith | September 15

The two DJs spun Afrika Bambaataa’s timeless personal record collection.

Sports

AU Field Hockey surges past Drexel 1-0

By Shannon Scovel | September 15

Konerth’s goal helps Eagles emerge victorious in a tightly fought non-conference match-up.

News

The M&M Report: "Saturday Night Live" and fall sitcoms

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | September 14

Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman discuss the latest personnel changes on “Saturday Night Live” and review ABC’s “Selfie” and NBC’s “A to Z.”

Music

Preview: Ty Segall showcasing range of talents at 9:30 Club

By Zach Ewell | September 14

The fuzz rock guru will be performing his newest album in D.C. on Monday night.

News

“A Report to an Academy” generates laughs at the Czech Embassy

By Emily Clapp | September 12

The modern adaptation of Kafka incorporates audience interaction.

Opinion

Op/Ed: Divestment brings certain harm to Africa

By Caleb Rossiter | September 12

Professor Caleb Rossiter responds to columnist Shelby Ostergaard’s plea for energy divestment at AU.

Sports

Muri, Donovan power Women’s Soccer past Howard

By Matthew Holt | September 12

The Eagles dominated the Bison 3-0.

Opinion

Media and Mental Illness — The More Dangerous “M”

By Rathna Muralidharan | September 12

Columnist Rathna Muralidharan discusses problems in the media’s coverage of mental illness.

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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