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AU’s war on free speech

By Sarah Harvard · Friday, Oct. 18, 2013

ON STANDS NOW: Columnist Sarah Harvard brings to light how many students feel that their right to free speech on campus has been ignored.

Blackface in Mexico permits racial inequality

By Derek Siegel · Friday, Oct. 18, 2013

ON STANDS NOW: Columnist Derek Siegel dives into racial issues in Mexico and the U.S.

Staff editorial: Provost holds too much power in tenure process

Friday, Oct. 18, 2013

ON STANDS NOW: Professor Maria Ivancin’s lawsuit brings up the debate of how tenure is approved and who gets the power to deny it.

Volleyball head coach Barry Goldberg chats to two players during an AU game.

Sports

Volleyball coach teaches more than just the game

By Alex Romero | October 18

ON STANDS NOW: For his players, AU volleyball coach Barry Goldberg teaches more than the game.

Sports

Colin Seigfreid to bring men's soccer a championship

By Jennifer Reyes | October 18

ON STANDS NOW: As senior men’s soccer player Colin Seigfreid prepares to say his goodbye, he leaves behind a legacy of community service, leadership and hard work.

AU Director of Athletics and Recreation Billy Walker (right) offered many thanks for the completion of the renovations.

Sports

Walker ushers in new era of AU athletics

By Eric Saltzman | October 18

ON STANDS NOW: Billy Walker has provided leadership for an athletic department which underwent major transformations.

News

Five cheap workout alternatives in DC

By Jane Morice | October 18

ON STANDS NOW: Check out these student-friendly gyms and studios that have more to offer than treadmills and a weight room.

Music

Five foods that rock: where to eat after a DC concert

By Tam Sackman | October 18

ON STANDS NOW: Here are five cheap, nearby eating places after a late night concert.

Brothers Spencer Wadsworth (left) and Sterling Wadsworth (right) perform together as the stage name “Almost Anonymous.”

Music

The secret lives of AU hip-hop artists

By Rafael Smith | October 18

ON STANDS NOW: AU’s rising hip-hop talent reveals a growing, underground music scene.

Local residents picnic and watch planes fly above at Gravelly Point Park.

News

What’s your Scene?

By David Kahen-Kashi , Sydney Gore , Kendall Breitman , Jane Morice and Mark Lieberman | October 18

ON STANDS NOW: The Scene staff shares their favorite spots in and around D.C.

News

Q&A with two alums

By Amber Cohen | October 18

EXTENDED VERSION: An extended version of the print edition in whichThe Eagle chatted with four AU alumni about their post-graduation lives from career successes to advice for current students.

News

Law professor by day, gubernatorial candidate by night

By Tori Dalcourt | October 18

ON STANDS NOW: After serving as Attorney General of Maryland for the past seven years, an adjunct professor at WCL is running for governor.

News

Gay in Russia

By Alex Seibel | October 18

ON STANDS NOW: LGBT students who study abroad in Russia do not have the same legal protections and social comforts provided in the United States.

News

Take 5: Fey and Poehler drop in, Hunnam and Glover drop out

By Mark Lieberman | October 18

From awards shows to star dropouts, it’s been a busy week in pop culture. Here is The Eagle’s breakdown of the week’s biggest headlines.

Opinion

Staff Ed: Club sport athletes deserve respect, neglected by AU

October 18

With good reason, AU club sport athletes are frustrated with their treatment from AU Athletics.

News

SOC professor takes AU to court

By Heather Mongilio | October 18

ON STANDS NOW: A professor is suing AU for breach of contract and age discrimination after she was denied tenure.

News

This week’s The Rewind

By The Scene staff | October 18

The Scene recaps the best television shows on this week’s The Rewind, including “American Horror Story” and “Key and Peele.”

Music

Q&A: Jeff Ross

By Tam Sackman | October 17

The Eagle talks to Jeff Ross about his upcoming show at Sixth and I Synagogue on Oct. 27.

Sports

AU swimming team records top five finishes

October 17

Several Eagles took home victories in a weekend meet against GW, Catholic, and Loyola.

Music

Atlas Genius rocks out in Silver Spring

By Kara Avanceña | October 16

Australian indie rock group Atlas Genius performed songs from their 2013 studio album “When It Was Now” for an eager Silver Spring crowd on Oct. 13.

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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