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AU closed for snow all day

By Suzanne Gaber · Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013

AU closed Dec. 10 due to inclement weather, causing exams to be delayed until Wednesday.

NBC to air students’ show in January

By Sonia Ledwith · Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013

Students in a TV Studio Production class have been working to develop a 16 episode show called Operation W.A.T.E.R. that will be aired on NBC.

Q&A: Shaul Schwarz, director of “Narco Cultura”

By David Kahen-Kashi · Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013

The director of a documentary about the musical culture of Mexican cartels talks about the making of the film.

News

Spike Jonze speaks about “Her”

By Eli Fosl | December 9

Acclaimed director spoke at AMC Georgetown in a Q&A about his new film “Her.”

News

AU closed until 11 a.m.

By Chloe Johnson | December 9

AU will be closed until 11 a.m. this morning, disrupting finals schedule and other offices on campus.

Sports

Mitchell leads AU wrestlers at Kliff Keen Invitational

By Alex Romero | December 8

Three Eagle wrestlers qualified for the second day of the Kliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational as Danny Mitchell earned second place in 197 lb. weight class.

Sports

AU women’s basketball earns third-straight win

By Kara Avanceña | December 8

AU beats Drexel despite dropping halftime lead

News

5 ways to relieve stress during finals

By Rhea Akiki | December 8

Too many papers, tests and projects? Here are five simple steps to make your exam week more bearable.

Opinion

New IMF rules could have bad consequences

By Marshall Bornemann | December 7

Eagle columnist Marshall Bornemann says as IMF attempts to impose new rules on Europe, investing in this region could grow worse.

Music

King Krule rules at sold-out show

By Eli Fosl | December 7

King Krule lives up to the hype at his sold-out show in D.C.

News

Movie Review: Out of the Furnace

By David Kahen-Kashi | December 7

Scott Cooper’s “Out of the Furnace” has some fire in its oven.

News

Movie Review: Narco Cultura

By David Kahen-Kashi | December 7

Shaul Schwarz’s new documentary is a searing look into the world of “Narco Cultura,” with the music of the Drug War.

News

Movie Review: Is the Man Who Is Tall Happy?

By David Kahen-Kashi | December 7

Michel Gondry’s “Is the Man Who is Tall Happy?” is a whimsical and brief descent into a conversation with MIT professor Noam Chomsky.

News

Q&A: Michel Gondry, director of 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind'

By David Kahen-Kashi | December 7

The director of “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” and “Be Kind Rewind” shats with The Eagle about his new film.

Sports

Men’s basketball second half surge not enough in Brown loss

By Eric Saltzman | December 7

Multiple comeback attempts by the Eagles were unable to catch up with the Bears in a 72-67 defeat.

News

Meg Weekes leaves AU for unknown reasons

By Devin Mitchell | December 7

SPA Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies Meg Weekes will be leaving AU after this semester and Jessica Waters will be her replacement.

AU volleyball players celebrate their win against Colgate University on Nov. 24 to win the Patriot League Championship.

Sports

AU Volleyball upsets No.16 Duke to advance to Sweet 16

By Kara Avanceña | December 7

AU sets program history by upsetting No. 16 Duke to advance to the third round of the NCAA tournament.

Sports

Men’s track and field record seven top 10 finishes

By Jennifer Reyes | December 7

McCombs leads Eagle runners with fifth place finish at Navy Invitational on Dec. 6.

Sports

Volleyball advances to No. 2 round of NCAA tournament

By Kara Avanceña | December 7

AU swept Georgia to win its first NCAA tournament game and advance to second round.

Music

Grammy nominations 2014: The good, the bad and the ugly

By Mark Lieberman | December 7

The biggest awards show in music announced its nominations on a show featuring Robin Thicke, Lorde and more.

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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