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McKinley walkway to stay blocked

By Katherine Saltzman · Thursday, Oct. 10, 2013

Closure of walkway between the McKinley Building and Bender Library will last at least another week.

Women’s soccer three-game win streak snapped

By Eric Saltzman · Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2013

The Eagles dropped their first conference match of the season, 1-0 to the US Naval Academy

Forcible sex offenses and alcohol violations rise in 2012

By Suzanne Gaber and Heather Mongilio · Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2013

The number of forcible sex offenses rose from two in 2011 to seven in 2012, according to the Annual Security Report that was released on Oct. 1.

News

Internships, class credit put on hold after government shutdown

By Sonia Ledwith | October 8

Many students’ internships have been put on hold following the government shutdown on Oct. 1, possibly jeopardizing class credit for some.

Music

Two Door Cinema Club keeps DC dancing all night long

By Kara Avanceña | October 8

Exactly one year and one day after they played at the 9:30 Club, Two Door Cinema Club burst out onto the stage of DAR Constitution Hall to perform for a local D.C.

Opinion

Grow up AU, quit blaming the other side

By Andy Wallin | October 8

Columnist Andy Wallin argues AU students, and American society as a whole, are to blame for the extreme polarization in the U.S.

News

DC art fair showcases unique photos

By Andrea Diaz | October 8

D.C. Fine Art Photography Fair at Rebekah Jacob gallery brought together collectors and enthusiasts on Oct. 4-6.

News

IT problems delay SG elections

By Rebecca Zisser | October 8

Student Government elections were delayed following technology issues that prevent students from voting.

Music

Q&A: Jim Mickle

By Emily Woo | October 8

The Eagle talks to Director Jim Mickle about his new film “We Are What We Are,” his obsession with horror films and his favorite audience reaction.

Music

Q&A: Wild Belle

By David Kahen-Kashi | October 8

The Eagle chats with Elliot Bergman of Wild Belle about the band’s album, origins and collaborations.

News

Large crowd flocks to Taste of Bethesda

By Tam Sackman | October 7

A large crowd took over Bethesda’s Woodmont Triangle Area as locals enjoyed “Taste of Bethesda” on Oct.

Jack Cassell (left) speaks at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Cassell Hall with Stafford Cassell Jr. (right) on Sept. 27.

News

Q&A: Jack Cassell

By Suzanne Gaber | October 7

Cassell Hall’s new, buzzworthy donor chats with The Eagle about his time at AU.

ANC Commissioners Rory Slatko (left) poses with Joe Wisniewski (right) for a picture in 2012.

News

More students take on local DC politics

By Sonia Ledwith | October 7

Eight D.C. students ran for office in 2012, an increase from three years prior.

News

Students celebrate the female orgasm at annual event

By Haley Hawkins | October 7

More than 100 students gathered to discuss the female orgasm and female empowerment at the third annual “I <3 the Female Orgasm” on Oct. 3.

News

Movie Review: Runner, Runner

By Emily Woo | October 7

Equipped with an adequate amount of action and tension along with a few memorably humorous lines, “Runner, Runner” does not leave audiences completely bored.

News

Anderson Cooper tickets sell out in 15 seconds

By Alex Greco | October 7

Tickets to the KPU event featuring Anderson Cooper sold out in less than a minute.

News

Q&A: Gap Dream

By Sean Meehan | October 7

Gabe Fulvimar, the man behind the psychedelic pop project Gap Dream talks with The Eagle about his new album “Shine Your Light” and living in a record store.

News

Surfer Blood brings the heat

By Ariana Mozafari | October 7

Surfer Blood heated up the Rock & Roll Hotel on Oct. 3.

News

Movie Review: Gravity

By David Kahen-Kashi | October 7

“Gravity” beautifully conveys the dread of being marooned in space.

Stand-up comedian and Chappelle’s Show co-creator Neal Brennan will perform at the Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse on October 10-12.

News

Q&A: Neal Brennan

By Sean Meehan | October 7

Stand-up comedian and Chappelle’s Show co-creator Neal Brennan discusses women, race and the life of a comedian.

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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