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Op/Ed: The real reason behind the shutdown

By Ryan Stanley · Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013

Ryan Stanley explains how the Antideficiency Act of 1884 is behind the government shutdown.

Staff Editorial: Transparency proves the biggest worry in AU crime report

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013

The Annual Crime Report for 2012 gave a few surprising statistics, but even more surprising is AU’s lack of transparency regarding the report.

Increasing student debt will be the next US financial crisis

By John Foti · Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2013

Columnist John Foti predicts that student loan debt will end up as financially detrimental to the the U.S. as the housing crisis.

Opinion

A step forward for the Federal Reserve

By Jack Bevacqua | October 14

President Barack Obama’s appointment of Janet Yellen to the Federal Reserve Chair last Wednesday was significant for reasons beyond its historic implications.

Sports

AU volleyball tied for first place in Patriot League

By Kara Avanceña | October 14

AU beat Colgate and Lehigh to stay atop the Patriot League standings.

News

Taste of D.C. beefs up the competition

By Erin Robertson | October 14

The largest mid-Atlantic culinary festival arrived in the District on Oct. 12 and 13.

Sports

D.C. United ties Philadelphia Union

By Charles Clayton | October 14

D.C. United played to a 1-1 draw with the Philadelphia Union at RFK Stadium Oct. 12.

Sports

AU Eagles trounce Lafayette by a score of 4-0

By Caleb Vinson | October 14

AU Eagles defeated Lafayette 4-0 on Oct. 12.

News

AU warns against rabid raccoons

By Samantha Hogan | October 14

Two racoons with confirmed cases of rabies were sighted near University grounds on Oct. 2 and 3, according to an Oct. 10 University-wide memo from Dean of Students Rob Hradsky.

Sports

Club sport student-athlete of the week

By Alex Romero | October 13

This week’s club student-athlete of the week is Reggie Tankard

News

The Rewind: Parenthood, Scandal and South Park

By Brianna Williams , Mark Lieberman and Kara Avanceña | October 13

The Scene recaps the best television in this week’s “The Rewind.”

Music

The Weeknd transports the DMV to Kiss Land

By Sydney Gore | October 13

The Weeknd animates DAR Constitution Hall with his moody music.

News

The Scene’s Metro Calendar

By The Scene staff | October 13

The Scene dishes the best bets for weekend festivals in the District.

News

Movie Review: Machete Kills

By Clarence Cabanero | October 13

“Machete Kills” is an over-the-top film with campy performances

News

Movie Review: Captain Phillips

October 12

Paul Greengrass’ “Captain Phillips” takes to the high seas with Tom Hanks.

Music

Album Reviews Brew 4x4

By SYDNEY GORE / THE EAGLE , Mark Lieberman , Alejandro Alvarez and Danielle Green | October 12

A look at this week’s newest albums from Miley Cyrus, V V Brown, Sleigh Bells and St. Lucia.

News

The Scene introduces its advice columnists

By The Scene staff | October 12

Columnists Jalen and Grace offer their advice on all things college

News

The Scene introduces its advice columnists

By The Scene staff | October 12

Columnists Jalen and Grace offer their advice on all things college

News

Student Health Center begins offering free flu shots

By Molly Morabito | October 12

A guide to the different types of flu shots offered this year to the AU community.

Eagle keeper Billy Knutsen, seen here against Navy, made six saves against Bucknell

Sports

Men’s soccer goes the distance in 2 OT draw against Bucknell.

By Jennifer Reyes | October 12

Late Bucknell goal cost AU the win, finishing with a 1-1 tie in a double overtime.

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.

Solutions by The State News