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AU receives perfect score in survey of LGBT-friendly universities

By Lauren Landau · Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2011

American University is one of 33 colleges in the country and the only in D.C. to receive a perfect, five-star rating on Campus Pride's LGBT-Friendly Campus Climate Index.

Post-apocalyptic romance blossoms in “Bellflower”

By Mike Conte · Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2011

Low-budget film "Bellflower" offers home-cooked weaponry and romance, with a dash of quirkiness.

Volleyball drops below .500 after weekend's Hokie Classic

By Eric Saltzman · Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2011

The Eagles took on the Tennessee Lady Volunteers in their second game of the weekend, and the Lady Vols (7-2) notched a straight set victory with set scores of 25-14, 25-13 and 25-16.

Sports

Werth is failing both on and off the field for Nationals

By Ben Lasky | September 13

Just one year into his $126 million, 7 year contract, Jayson Werth is already starting to look like a bust.

Sports

Men's soccer in rough stretch after two straight overtime losses

By Zoe Crain | September 13

The men’s soccer team has hit a frustrating bump in its season, losing 2-1 in overtime to both Liberty University Sept. 9 and Syracuse University Sept. 11.

News

Army Corps considers demolishing AU-owned Spring Valley home

By Sylvia Carignan | September 13

The Army Corps of Engineers and American University are endorsing a recommendation to tear down the AU-owned single-family home at 4825 Glenbrook Rd.

Sports

No. 8 AU field hockey team upset twice

By Samantha Raphelson | September 13

The AU field hockey team hits some bumps this weekend.

News

Katzen offers snapshot of six diverse exhibits

By Nicole Cusick | September 13

A new semester brings new art exhibits to the AU Museum at the Katzen Arts Center. Six exhibits opened Sept. 3, showcasing diverse styles and mediums. Five of the six exhibits will run until Dec. 14, with the exception of Bruce Connor’s, which is closing on Oct. 23. “Inner Piece: Works from the ...

News

Audiophile 9-13-11

By Maxwell Tani , Carlo Fiorio and Clare Teeling | September 13

Looking for new music? DJs at student-run radio station WVAU share their thoughts on a range of recent releases.

News

Nurturing a healthy body, soul

By Olivia Stitilis | September 13

As classes start this semester, it is possible to make healthy choices without breaking a sweat!

News

Good eats

By Kelly Holliday | September 13

Having lived in D.C. for three years and just outside of it for most of my life, I’ve realized that you have to be borderline-obsessed with the Redskins, pandas and cheeseburgers to truly fit in in this town. Have a conversation with any Washingtonian about Hightower’s chances of being the ‘Skins ...

News

Georgetown dresses up for Fashion's Night Out

By Christina Charlery | September 13

Over 100 Georgetown salons, stores and restaurants offered refuge for rain-soaked fashionistas on Fashion's Night Out.

Opinion

Grade expectations

September 13

Columnist Adam Gallagher takes a look at grade inflation and what it's done to the importance of GPA.

Opinion

Dorm 'sextiquite' tips

By Ryan Carter | September 13

Having sex in the dorms calls for sensitivity and special attention to the cultural mores that govern the florescent-lit halls we call home during the academic terms.

News

AU prof. picks White House winners in seven straight races

By Scott Marturano | September 13

AU College of Arts and Sciences professor Allan Lichtman, who has correctly chosen the winner in every presidential election in the past 30 years, says that President Obama will be re-elected.

Sports

Three teams that could stop the SEC's dominance

By Michael Mcelveen | September 13

Who can dethrone the Southeastern Conference? For five years, an SEC team has taken the BCS National Championship. Could this finally be the year that the SEC is overthrown? If it is, it'll be done by one of these teams.

News

Facebook meets Foursquare: Spotflag launches at AU

By Sommer Brugal | September 13

A new campus website challenges Facebook's social network monopoly over AU students.

Welcome back--Alumnus Jason Benkendorf returns to AU as the AU Hillel executive director, replacing former director Rabbi Kenneth Cohen.

News

AU Hillel welcomes new executive director

By Zach C. Cohen | September 13

Rabbi Kenneth Cohen stepped down May 13 after serving a decade as the executive director of American University Hillel. Jason replaced Cohen, the longest serving executive director in AU Hillel history, on Aug. 15. Benkendorf graduated from AU in 2004 with a major in Political Science and a minor ...

News

Hailfinger steps down as KPU director, Kreger takes over position

By Kate Froehlich | September 13

Alex Kreger was named director of the Kennedy Political Union by unanimous Undergraduate Senate vote Sept. 7, after former Director Danna Hailfinger stepped down Aug. 30 due to schoolwork and personal reasons.

Opinion

Finding reason and purpose in freshman year

By Mana Aliabadi | September 13

The start of college brings on an existential crisis and ultimately a realization that campus can be home.

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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