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Four reasons why NASCAR deserves your attention

It has been officially three months since I arrived on the campus of American University, and to my surprise, I have not met one person out of the 6,000 plus students in the enrollment who like NASCAR. New York Jets fans, Phillies fans, but no Dale Jr. fans.

Eagles soar to victory over owls

The Eagles beat the Owls 82-72 for another men's basketball win on Saturday.

Kerwin, Abramson host town hall meeting

Sustainability concerns dominated Thursday’s Town Hall, featuring President Neil Kerwin and Board of Trustee Chairman Gary Abramson answering students’ questions.

Santorum speaks at AU, says 2012 bid is possible

Former Republican Sen. Rick Santorum said he is considering a run for president in 2012, but is keeping his family in mind. The former Pennsylvania politician said Thursday at a College Republicans event he might make an announcement sometime next year.

Eagle rants

More of your Eagle rants!

A collage of musicians bring a crowd-pleasing show to 9:30 club

Brendan Benson of the Raconteurs put on a stellar show Wednesday night at the 9:30 Club.

Moldoveanu scores 31 pts, secures win for men's basketball

The Eagles beat the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks for their third straight win of the season.

AU ranks fifth nationally in percentage of students studying abroad

Nearly 60 percent of AU students study abroad, the fifth-highest percentage in a list of the top 40 undergraduate U.S. programs.

Recent SOC alumni speak of successes during panel discussion

Less than a year after graduation, several School of Communication alumni have already worked with celebrities like Vince Vaughn and LeBron James.

Charge dropped against Deandrew Hamlin in theft of Sue Marcum's Jeep

An extradition hearing is set for Nov. 24.

Elton John, tennis greats raise over $500,000 for HIV/AIDS at AU

Elton John, Billie Jean King and a host of tennis champions visited Bender Arena Monday night, which was transformed into Center Court for the 18th Annual World TeamTennis Smash Hits presented by GEICO.

Nov. 16, 2010

Got tenure? A guide to AU's professor hiring and firing procedures

Ever wondered what getting tenure actually means? Three AU professors were denied that title last year, while 13 others received tenure. What made those three ineligible for permanence at the University? The Eagle delves behind the scenes of AU faculty. • Students protest orchestra director’s denial of tenure

Underrepresented sports make movie magic

In light of the Field Hockey team’s recent success, the Scene staffed did their best to connect with University sports for once. But how can we understand a sport with no Hollywood representation?

Staff Editorial: Extended Health Center hours a step in right direction

It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year — that time when we’re up to our necks in term papers, finals are right around the corner, and colds, the flu and germs in general are running amuck. Fortunately for those of us with weak immune systems, the Student Health Center is beginning a pilot program that will extend their hours. Those of you with poor timing might be in trouble as right now the Health Center will only be open late on Mondays and Thursdays, and for emergency appointments only.

Field Hockey’s strong season cut short by UConn Huskies

The AU field hockey team’s season ended on Saturday afternoon in the first round of the NCAA tournament after being handed a stroke-off loss to the number five University of Connecticut Huskies.

Students protest orchestra director's denial of tenure

A group of AU music students protested their orchestra director’s tenure denial Wednesday around campus, saying the music department is often neglected by University administration. Jesus “Manny” Berard has been AU’s orchestra director for the past five years. He was denied tenure last year.