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Department of Performing Arts balances satire and strife in ‘Urinetown: the Musical’

By Jessica Ackerman · Thursday, March 7, 2024

The social commentary was presented vibrantly on the Greenberg stage

AU community shows support for Aaron Bushnell at candlelight vigil outside Israeli Embassy

By Izzy Fantini and Mackenzie Konjoyan · Thursday, March 7, 2024

Attendees gather in support after death of U.S. airman

Women’s basketball falls to Army in final regular season home game

By Connor Sturniolo · Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Black Knights stifle a late Eagles comeback, win 66-52

News

Estudiante de AU arrestada con Movimiento Sunrise en la sede de la campaña de Biden

By Abigail Hatting | March 6

“Todo está en peligro ahora mismo”

Sports

Raiders beat Eagles at home

By Gabrielle McNamee | March 6

Colgate finds American’s offensive cavity

Guest Columns

Guest Column: Don’t come to American University

By David Vine | March 6

The institution has become an accomplice to genocide and the far right’s rise

News

BREAKING: Courtney Surls, vice president of university advancement, to step down at close of Change Can’t Wait campaign

By Kathryn Squyres | March 5

Surls’ departure marks the third exit announcement of a member of the University’s presidential cabinet in the past year

News

Move over clean girl: there’s a new queen

By Ines Daguillard | March 5

The over-the top mob wife is overtaking the simple clean girl aesthetic online

Sports

Swim and dive breaks records at 2024 Patriot League Championships

By Anthony Gasowski | March 5

Mimi Watts reclaims her golds

News

After moving house, the Community Garden is here to stay

By Gabby Landis | March 5

Updates to equipment and location suggest a bright future for this beloved space

News

BREAKING: University to increase tuition by 4 percent, average financial aid by 4.9 percent

By Abigail Pritchard | March 4

Housing will increase 4.5 percent and dining costs will increase 8 percent

Silver Screen

REVIEW: Villeneuve strikes gold again in ‘Dune Part 2’

By Bailey Hobbs | March 4

This cautionary tale is emotionally charged and visually stunning

Opinion

Opinion: How many of us really hate AU?

By Ella Ives | March 4

Complaint culture has us in a tight grip. What if we could enjoy our experiences without complaints?

Sports

Terriers walk Eagles at home

By Gabrielle McNamee | March 4

Free throw failures lead to American’s demise

Features

The Rarest Day: Rare Disease Day brings attention to patient experiences

By Kathryn Squyres | March 1

AU community members share their stories about living with rare diseases

Silver Screen

REVIEW: ‘Equinox Flower’ is a quaint, touching tale of marriage and family life

By Alfie Pritchard | March 1

Ozu’s first use of color results in an eloquent evocation of romance within a traditionalist world

News

ANC 3E holds monthly February meeting, recommended speed limit reduction on Nebraska Avenue

By Samantha Skolnick | March 1

Nebraska Avenue is “effectively a highway”

Opinion

American University’s hiring of Huron Consulting further closes students and staff out of key decision making

By The Eagle Editorial Board | March 1

Since the University hired the controversial consulting firm, keeping students in the loop is more important than ever

News

AU student arrested with Sunrise Movement protesters at Biden campaign headquarters

By Abigail Hatting | March 1

“Everything is at stake right now”

News

Reads to celebrate women’s history

By Isabelle Kravis | March 1

Four books to commemorate Women’s History Month this March

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