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AU to go gluten free

By American Wonker · Friday, Nov. 22, 2013

After the success of the dry campus and smoke-free policies, AU is going entirely “gluten free.”

Ending my time in Mexico among the dead

By Derek Siegel · Friday, Nov. 22, 2013

Abroad columnist Derek Siegel is almost done with his study abroad experience and asks what he will take out of it.

Movie Review: Black Nativity

By Sydney Gore · Friday, Nov. 22, 2013

“Black Nativity” is as disappointing as a piece of coal on Christmas morning.

News

Zenith Gallery presents ‘The Strange World of Cassie Taggart’

By Andrea Diaz | November 22

The Eagle visits the Zenith Gallery exhibit and speaks to Cassie Taggart and Margery Goldberg about their intimate gallery.

AU students hold up a sign saying “Kerry: Stop K.XL” outside the School of International Service Building near the intersection between Nebraska Avenue and New Mexico Avenue.

News

Protesters urge John Kerry to address Keystone Pipeline

By Heather Mongilio | November 21

AU students rallied outside of SIS to alert John Kerry, who was set to speak at AU today, about the controversies surrounding the Keystone Pipeline.

News

‘Othello’ throws back to cinematic history

By David Kahen-Kashi | November 21

The Eagle chats with Neil Deininger, director of AU Rude Mechanicals’ Hitchcock inspired “Othello,” about his approach to the show.

Sports

AU men’s basketball edged out by Ohio State

By Zach Leciejewski | November 21

The AU men’s basketball team lost to Ohio State by a score of 63-52.

News

Kerry absent from planned event at AU

By David Lim | November 21

The Secretary of State missed the private conference held in the School of International Service Building since his attendance was required at the White House.

News

AU takes steps to protect student work with anti-plagiarism service “Turnitin”

By Kenneth Meyer | November 21

When licensing with the service, the administration required that “Turnitin” not retain any student work online.

Sports

Women's basketball cruises past UMBC

By Alex Romero | November 21

Women’s basketball defeats UMBC 60-39, with solid offensive play

Music

Charli XCX and her all-female openers bring girl power to U Street

By Teta Alim | November 21

Charli XCX, LIZ and Kitten show girls really do run the world, bringing fun and power to U Street Music Hall on Nov. 16.

News

Student environmental conference discusses today’s green issues

By Jake Assael | November 20

The SEED conference hosted guests from William and Mary, George Washington University and Penn State.

News

Update: Nine on-campus buildings to experience power outage

By Amber Cohen | November 20

There will be a power outage tonight between 2 and 2:30 a.m., according to an email from Facilities Management.

Music

AUDIOPHILE 11.20

By Michael Lovito , Molly Pfeffer , Jack Fitzpatrick , Rafael Smith and Andrew Jordan | November 20

Another Wednesday, another WVAU Audiophile. This week features experimental artists such as Blood Orange, D33J and DJ Rashad.

Music

The Three of Clubs tour makes for a DC dance party

By Kara Avanceña | November 20

Up-and-coming bands MisterWives, The Royal Concept and American Authors perform at Sixth & I and gets Washington on their feet and dancing.

News

AU alumnus combines rhythm and activism at Black Cat

By David Kahen-Kashi | November 20

AU alumnus William Tazewell Jones chats with The Eagle about Justiceaid, music and his time at AU.

Music

Lissie to bring folk rock to 9:30 Club on Nov. 24

By Tam Sackman | November 20

Preview for Lissie’s show at 9:30 Club next weekend.

Sports

Brennan brings experience and humor to AU

By Eric Saltzman | November 20

The new men’s basketball head coach brings humor and impressive coaching credentials to Eagles.

A view of the McKinley Building in March 2013.

News

McKinley to open for classes next semester

By Chloe Johnson | November 20

New features of the McKinley Building were discussed at a town hall on Nov. 13.

Opinion

American health insurance requires a single-payer system

By John Foti | November 20

Columnist John Foti states that a single-payer system would solve many of the current problems with American health care.

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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