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Comfort Foods: Youvetsi is a Greek dish with remnants of family gatherings

By Annmarie Melsheimer · Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020

American University senior Anastasia Matlin finds comfort in her Greek heritage

AU professor sells 400 masks through Etsy shop SewJusticeSewPeace

By Stephanie Mirah · Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020

Jane Palmer sews social justice-themed and patterned masks for toddlers to adults

AU Fashion Society weighs-in on the role of gendered clothing in 2020

By Mary Kett · Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020

As gender-bending fashion trends become popular, AU students share their thoughts on the impact of gender norms in fashion

News

How AU students are exercising during COVID-19

By Zoe Bell | November 5

Running, swimming and group workouts are keeping these Eagles in shape

News

AU alum self-publishes a book on living an adventurous life with poor eyesight

By Stephanie Mirah | November 4

Ken Brandt’s “Positive Vision: Enjoying the Adventures and Advantages of Poor Eyesight” details his experiences as a person with challenging vision problems

Music

The 2020 election brings to light musicians’ struggles against political campaigns

By Thomas Recchio | November 3

Politicians tend to use music to support their campaigns, but it is often done without consent from the artist

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Stumped on costume ideas for Halloween? Fear not.

By Zoe Bell | October 31

Here’s a list of six easy and affordable DIY costumes you can make at home

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Sense of Play: Department of Performing Arts embraces virtual learning

By Kelly McDonnell | October 29

Professors and students have struggled to connect to their collaborative craft online, but there’s still a sense of community

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AU community explores alternatives for a coronavirus-free Halloween

By Sarah Fahn | October 28

Trick-or-treating during the pandemic proves challenging for DC students and professors

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Review of AU’s theatrical Zoom production of ‘The Women’

By Hannah Shows | October 27

Reckoning with the contradictions of Zoom theatre

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AU theater freshmen explain what it’s like to be 18 years old through Zoom performance

By Stephanie Mirah | October 25

At the end of September, 20 freshmen discussed critical issues to their age group in a performance titled “Overture 200222020”

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How AU students are staying grounded with music this fall

By Zoe Bell | October 24

Through playing instruments, listening while studying or curating new playlists, students rely on music to adapt to this year

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5 best books for young adult readers in 2020

By Sara Winick | October 22

Whether it’s an action-packed dystopia or a contemporary romance, there’s a book out there waiting for every young adult

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AU senior filmmaker overcoming the odds of the industry through project ‘Feed the Reel’

By Hannah Shows | October 21

Ismah Khan pitched, wrote and was granted $10,000 to fund a project for film and art nonprofit Current Movements

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Five book recommendations for every fall day

By Courtesy of Eliza DuBose | October 20

From poetry collections to memoirs, there is a book to match every autumn day

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Spoon AU x The Eagle: ‘Phone eats first’ photo tips

By Maya Hettleman, Spoon University AU Editor-in-Chief | October 12

Tips for capturing any D.C. meal for your Instagram

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Six coffee recipes for every type of coffee drinker and coffee machine

By Emily Walsh | October 7

Did somebody say homemade pumpkin cream cold brew?

News

Singers on AU’s campus will not be silenced by COVID-19

By Lizzy Tarallo | October 7

Musical ensembles and student-led a cappella groups are navigating the new territory of virtually creating vocal music

Silver Screen

‘All In: The Fight for Democracy’ shows the troubling history of voter suppression in the US

By Lizzy Tarallo | October 2

Stacey Abrams, former gubernatorial candidate in Georgia, tells her story

News

AU campus coffee shops remain open amid the pandemic

By Annabel Rustum | October 2

The Dav and The Bridge are open for takeout five days a week

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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