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American University to end race-conscious admissions post Supreme Court ruling

By Kathryn Squyres · Tuesday, July 18, 2023

The AU community analyzes the court’s decision

Opinion: Summer Courses at AU – are they worth the price?

By Alana Parker · Tuesday, July 18, 2023

At $1,768 a credit, AU’s summer classes ostracize students from furthering their education during the summer

We Are Artistic creates a supportive environment for young artists across the globe

By Tyler Davis · Friday, July 14, 2023

Membership spans from D.C. to India and Sri Lanka

News

AU dining workers win new contract after months of negotiations

By Abigail Hatting | July 12

New contract includes $20 minimum wage, free healthcare and paid parental leave

Guest Columns

OP-ED: My testimony on affirmative action

By Alexandra Drakeford | July 10

The Supreme Court and American University would have crushed my 17-year-old self’s dreams

News

The Board of Trustees meet for the last time in the 2022-23 school year

By Samantha Skolnick | July 6

New chair and vice chair named

News

DC Pride festival and parade builds support for the LGBTQ+ community

By Hannah Langenfeld | July 3

Pride celebration was largest ‘to ever take place’ in the District, Capital Pride says

Sports

AU Volleyball welcomes new head coach

By Delaney Hoke | June 28

Ahen Kim returns home to coach Eagles

Opinion

Opinion: Low-income students are harmed by strict grading policies

By Greta Mauch | June 22

Labor-based grading systems provide equity and empathy to struggling students

News

AU Library honors prints by famous Japanese artist of The Great Wave

By Maria Tedesco | June 22

The prints, on display at AU, have a special connection to Japanese history and culture

News

New Capital Jewish Museum aims to give a full picture of Jewish life in DC

By Owen Auston-Babcock | June 20

‘Notorious Ruth Bader Ginsburg’ exhibit visiting until Nov. 30

Guest Columns

OP-ED: Identities: On the white entitlement to our words and truth

By Emma Hua | June 16

Our white peers are too comfortable with always receiving answers

News

AU’s Methodist affiliation leaves students with something to be desired

By Ella Rousseau | June 16

University chaplain says Methodist affiliation promotes inclusivity at AU, but some Methodist students don’t feel University support

Podcast

Play by Play Episode 5: Volleyball with Zeynep Uzen and Adelina Berisha

By Delaney Hoke and Penelope Jennings | June 16

Hosts Delaney Hoke and Penelope Jennings speak to volleyball players Zeynep Uzen and Adelina Berisha about their different experiences coming from Turkey and New Jersey and volleyball life on and off the court.

Opinion

The Kogod guy who cared

By Jared Bowes | June 9

A Seagle poem

News

DC Peace Team board member says unarmed police forces are “highly effective,” as conflicting student opinions linger

By Francine Worsoff | June 9

Experts share insights into why unarmed civilian protection, conflict mediation and relationship building can prevent gun violence in the U.S. amid rising shooting rates

News

Peter Starr to step down as University provost

By Tyler Davis | June 7

Vicky Wilkins will serve as acting provost in interim

News

Growing sustainability across AU classrooms

By Kathryn LaLonde | June 7

A look into Certified Green Courses

News

AU’s neighbors are hopeful about their relationship with the University

By Mackenzie Konjoyan and Katie Mass | June 7

Despite past conflicts, nearby residents are optimistic about working with AU on campus planning

Opinion

Opinion: Since the fall semester, dining on campus has greatly improved

By Alana Parker | June 5

New food options have made students much happier with dining

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