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Swim and Dive sweeps after 7-year drought at home

By Anthony Gasowski · Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023

Twenty event wins from the Eagles featured strong freshmen performances and a new pool record

DC said goodbye to its giant pandas at National Zoo’s ‘Panda Palooza’

By Nicole Flanagan · Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023

Pandas at the Smithsonian National Zoo are heading back to China in December

Wizards host Style Showcase ahead of 2023-24 season

By Sophia Rocha · Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023

Runway featured D.C. designers with Wizards players as models

News

Art All Night: A Celebration of DC Art and Culture

By Julia Patton | October 11

American University participates in the annual, city-wide art festival

Investigation

Blue light tower malfunctions contribute to a ‘false sense of security’

By Izzy Fantini and Owen Auston-Babcock | October 11

Eagle investigation shows that multiple blue light towers have been malfunctioning for over a month

News

BREAKING: Burwell announces administrative promotions, retirements

By Jordan Young | October 10

Seth Grossman to become vice president and chief administrative officer

Opinion

Ask Anna: Crushing loneliness

By Anna Gephart | October 10

The Eagle's advice columnist answers your most burning questions

News

REVIEW: ‘Scarlet’ sees Doja Cat explore new frontiers, but not without missteps along the way

By Graham Whitney | October 10

The rapper’s fourth outing delivers a heavy helping of bark, but lacks the bite its spider-centric cover promises

Sports

Cross-country teams compete at Paul Short Run

By Oliver Hinson | October 10

Eagles gear up for championship season

Investigation

Act 2: Theatre students call for systemic action from the DPA, beyond current efforts

By Hannah Langenfeld | October 10

‘It starts with a mindset change’

Sports

Creating the incredible

By Avi Paulson | October 9

Field hockey coach Steve Jennings is one win away from 300

News

Beautiful noise: a deep dive into shoegaze

By Alfie Pritchard | October 9

Exploring the hypnotizing brand of alternative rock

News

Thank you, places: ‘Moulin Rouge’ dazzles in display of truth, beauty, freedom and love

By Jessica Ackerman | October 9

The breathtaking Broadway hit recently rocked the Kennedy Center stage

Investigation

Act 1: Theater students allege incidents of racism and ignorance in the Department of Performing Arts

By Hannah Langenfeld | October 9

The Theatre Program works to take action on increasing diversity and addressing student concerns

News

DC Fashion Week showcases internationally-inspired collections

By Marina Zaczkiewicz | October 6

International designers presented their latest collections at DC Fashion Week’s culminating event

Sports

Volleyball completes perfect weekend with sweep against Lehigh

By Connor Sturniolo | October 6

Four Eagles notch 9 kills in 3-0 victory

News

University releases budget report for 2023-24 fiscal year with $30M projected shortfall

By Abigail Hatting | October 6

$1.74 billion budget approved by the Board of Trustees

News

BREAKING: Fall 2023 Student Government election results

By Anna Peed and Jordan Young | October 5

Students voted to pass referendum calling for student representative on Board of Trustees to be given voting power

Silver Screen

Scenes That Stick: “Sorry to Bother You” and the dehumanization of labor

By Graham Whitney | October 5

Boots Riley uses surrealism to depict reality

News

We didn’t start the fire

By Jessica Ackerman | October 5

Gen Z grapples with our new climate reality

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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