Skip to Content, Navigation, or Footer.

Delivering American University's news and views since 1925

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Support The Eagle

Legal News

Evaluating the Founders’ Day debacle

By Douglas Bell · Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012

Bell turns a critical eye to the dispersal of Founders’ Day Ball tickets.

Honors may become more selective

By Mishiel Ayub · Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012

In an effort to bring its students closer together, The Honor's program is considering several changes, including accepting less than half as many incoming students and expanding the core curriculum.

Locals robbed in Northwest D.C.

By Rebecca Zisser · Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012

After recent armed robberies in Northwest DC, Director of Public Safety Daniel Nichols advises students on how they can stay safe.

News

From Kanye West to Adele, Grammys offer best music

By Kendall Breitman | February 7

Music's biggest night marred by some questionable decisions.

News

SG calls for Nebraska Lot speed bumps

By Heather Mongilio | February 7

Hoping to combat speeding problems in the Nebraska lot, the SG is working on recommending speed bumps.

News

Audiophile 2.7.12

February 7

Looking for new music? DJs at WVAU share their thoughts on a range of recent releases.

News

Look of the Week: Back to Basics

By Madeline Beard | February 7

The seasons are changing but that's no reason for you to. This week, fashion goes back to basics.

News

Police evict Occupy D.C. protestors

By Nicole Glass | February 7

Occupy protestors were forcibly removed from McPherson Square by National Park Police.

Sports

No. 1 wrestler Flores has his eyes set on a national championship

By Eric Saltzman | February 7

"Once you meet Ryan and see what he's all about, it doesn't take a lot to see this guy wants to be a national champion." - AU Head Coach Teague Moore

News

The Kills lead onslaught at frenzied 9:30 concert

February 7

Hunters, JEFF the Brotherhood and The Kills informally compete for 'most Armageddon-like performance' with no clear winner.

Lisa Strack tallied 18 points to lead AU to a dominating win over Colgate.

Sports

AU women's basketball coasts to 70-47 win

By Ariel Fernandez | February 7

The women's team remained undefeated in the Patriot League with a big win against Colgate.

News

Green Eagles aim for zero on-campus waste

By Samantha Hogan | February 7

Imagine an AU without trashcans. AU’s Green Eagles are trying to get there, by reaching out to students, faculty and staff to achieve campus-wide zero-waste status this February. The Green Office’s “Zero Waste Month” initiative is part of the University’s goal to reduce its environmental ...

News

AU cuts ties with American University of Nigeria

By Katie Fiegenbaum | February 7

After successfully establishing one of the best private universities in Sub-Saharan Africa, AU ends its consultant relationship with American University of Nigeria.

News

Eagle Rants Feb. 6

February 6

Your rants from Feb. 6. Good work, guys.

Opinion

Quick Take: Wonky reactions to Bill Clinton

February 5

With Bill Clinton being named the first "WONK of the year," will students begin to embrace the campaign, or is the award simply window dressing on an unwelcome brand? The quick take columnists weigh in:

News

Eagle Rants Feb. 5

February 5

Your pres-Super Bowl Rants!

News

Vandals burn McDowell card readers

By Zach C. Cohen | February 4

There were no injuries and no suspect has been identified in the incident.

News

Eagle Rants Feb. 4

February 4

Your Jan. 4 Eagle Rants!

News

Augustana reunites, brings their hybrid rock sound to the 9:30 club

By Sydney Gore | February 3

Last April, Augustana released their third, self-titled album. After three years of waiting since their second album Can’t Love, Can’t Hurt (2008), the San Diego based band finished another album oozing with 10 good tunes. Their sound is mainly a concoction of rock, pop and folk, but the band ...

News

Bone Thugs reunite for late Sunday show at 9:30 Club

By Sean Meehan | February 3

Cleveland rap group Bone Thugs-n-Harmony will play a post-Superbowl Sunday show at 9:30 Club featuring departed members Krayzie Bone and Wish Bone.

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