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Local teens will take on the big screen in AU’s Discover the World of Communication film festival

By Marc Shapiro | April 18

After seeing other universities host film festivals for teens, School of Communication alumna Rebecca Castaneda was eager to host a similar event at American University. She and other festival organizers were looking for a few key elements during the submission process.  “Does it tell a story? ...

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Game show host and comedian Ben Bailey to perform at DC Comedy Loft

By Dilpreet Raju | April 18

Emmy-award winning game show host and comedian Ben Bailey will perform at DC Comedy Loft on Friday and Saturday. Bailey is known for his roles as the game show host and executive producer for Discovery Channel’s “Cash Cab,” in which Bailey drives around New York City surprising passengers as the ...

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The (Com)Post: Five simple ways to incorporate sustainability into your life

By Fatima Albannai | April 17

Give wooden toiletries a try, and other tips

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Music

Olivia O’Brien to perform at Union Stage to promote new album

By Lizzy Tarallo | April 13

American singer-songwriter Olivia O’Brien will perform at Union Stage Saturday night as part of her national tour to promote her upcoming pop album “Was It Even Real?” O’Brien said she wants to focus on defying her depression and self-hatred through the album, which can be seen in her new single ...

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Pop artist Hayley Kiyoko to headline AMFest 2019

By Dilpreet Raju | April 12

Singer and LGBTQ advocate will take the stage during the fourth annual event on April 20

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Maggie Rogers returns to D.C. for two performances at the 9:30 Club

By Isabella Goodman | April 10

The singer-songwriter performed to a full crowd last month

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Music

Aaron Lee Tasjan to perform hits from Karma for Cheap at Songbyrd Sunday

By Miranda Baumann | April 7

Tasjan’s latest album reflects his unique, genre-defying sound

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Conan Gray brings coming-of-age hits to U Street Music Hall

By Isabella Goodman | April 6

Gray performed tracks from his new EP “Sunset Season”  

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The Eagle staff try Bleecker Street

By Sasha Jones and Phoebe Jessup | April 5

Staff members sample sandwiches and soups from East Campus P.O.D.'s cafe

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The (Com)Post: Five fast casual D.C. restaurants committed to sustainability

By Delilah Harvey | April 3

Where to go for a cheaper, more eco-conscious bite

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Music

Pop duo Her's first tour stop in America was unforgettable

By Madee Sadozai | March 31

The British musicians died in a car accident in March shortly after kicking off tour in D.C.

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Senior creates new theater group to put on “12 Angry Jurors”

By Miranda Baumann | March 29

Open Dialogue Theatre hopes to promote tough conversations through its performances

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The evolution of WONK

By Lizzy Tarallo | March 28

How AU’s marketing campaign defines student campus life, and where it’s going next

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The (Com)Post: With Composting Crew, students take the lead in sustainability at AU

By Delilah Harvey | March 27

Group of seven freshmen sort through composting bins to ensure quality

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Silver Screen

Students want change from AU’s film program, and faculty say it’s on the way

By Isabella Goodman | March 21

Limited course selection, lack of narrative filmmaking opportunities are among the complaints  

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The (Com)Post: Climatologist Nathan Walworth speaks to AU students about how to mitigate climate change

By Clare Mulroy | March 20

Creating a more regenerative and experiential society could make a difference, he says 

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Open Dialogue Theatre's '12 Angry Jurors' is a remarkable debut that inspires discussion on pressing issues

By Miranda Baumann | March 19

New theater group’s performance ran from Feb. 28 to Mar. 2

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