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Washington Post journalist Ezra Klein to speak at AU

By Suzanne Gaber · Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013

Klein will give students a “behind the scenes” look at D.C. during his Sept. 26 talk hosted by The Kennedy Political Union.

Field hockey loses momentum, game against Miami (Ohio)

By Alex Romero · Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013

The Eagles fell apart in second period as their defense gives up 10 shots.

Living the college life, minus the booze

By Amber Cohen · Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013

Despite strong peer pressure, many AU students find weekend activities that do not involve the use of drugs or alcohol.

Sports

Men’s soccer goes all the way in tie with Hartford

By Kyle Anderson | September 15

The Eagles and Hawks played to a 0-0 two overtime tie.

News

Take 5

By Mark Lieberman | September 15

The top five things happening in entertainment news from who will host SNL to Rowling’s new book.

News

The history of poetry in the D.C. area

By Daniela Berson | September 14

An unusual tribute to the D.C. poetry scene appeared in Dupont Circle two weeks ago, in the broken window pane of Kramerbooks on Connecticut Avenue.

Music

Pianist describes hardship, inspiration before AU performance

By Ana Srikanth | September 13

The Eagle profiles pianist Yuliya Gorenman in lieu of her continuing series of piano concerts “The Gorenman Project: Schumann Edition.”

Opinion

Quick Take: How does the lack of a football team affect campus culture at AU?

By Emily Dalgo , Marisa Fein and Emma Williams | September 13

Quick Take columnists comment on the campus culture fostered by AU’s lack of a football program.

Kelly McCaddin led the Eagles with 15 kills against Coppin State

Sports

Volleyball sweeps Coppin St for seventh straight win

September 12

AU had no trouble completing the three set sweep against Coppin State

Opinion

Trying to fit in, it's the little things that matter

By Alison Pease | September 12

Abroad columnist Alison Pease writes on the struggle to adapt to Indian culture.

News

Movie Review: Insidious Chapter 2

By David Kahen-Kashi | September 12

Grade: B

Music

Q&A: Yellowcard

By Tam Sackman | September 12

The Eagle catches up with Sean Mackin on “Ocean Avenue” and the future of Yellowcard

Opinion

Staff Ed: Student Health Center should guarantee quality care, transparency

September 11

The AU Student Health Center has yet to find permanent replacements for key staff, which could have a negative affect on the quality of care.

Eagle Contributing Writer Annie Regan and WVAU Music Director Cameron Meindl with Mauro Remiddi of Porcelain Raft

News

Q&A: Porcelain Raft

By Annie Regan | September 11

The Eagle catches up with Mauro Remiddi of Porcelain Raft before their show at the Rock & Roll Hotel.

News

Student Health Center copes with high staff turnover

By Samantha Hogan | September 11

The AU Student Health Center is in the process of hiring four more permanent staff members after six employees left this summer, including the director and associate director.

Music

10 shows to look forward to this fall

By Sydney Gore | September 11

The Eagle shares 10 local shows that nobody should miss this fall.

Music

D.C. gets down on Friday night with Elle Varner

By Brianna Williams | September 11

Elle Varner playes a set full of surprises at Howard Theatre last Friday night.

News

AU moves up two spots in US News college rankings

By Suzanne Gaber | September 11

AU moved up two spots in this year’s U.S News and World Report’s national universities rankings, jumping from 77th to 75th place in one year.

News

A guide to AU's new dining options

By Suzanne Gaber | September 10

Since AU switched its dining provider from Bon Appétit to Aramark in June, the meal swipe system has been modified, according to AU Dining Marketing Manager Adam Fox.

News

Picking the right 5k for you

By Sam Bermas-Dawes | September 10

The Eagle’s list of upcoming 5k races in the D.C. area for runners or those who want to get fit.

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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