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Racial diversity scarce in a cappella groups

By Cordilia James and Liz Holmes · Thursday, April 19, 2018

Sophomores and friends Indira Mohabeer and Chelsea Fosu have been singing for as long as they can remember.

Lucy Rose graces Union Stage

By Nicholas McCauley · Wednesday, April 18, 2018

The queen of indie folk’s concert emphasized the singer-songwriter’s musical storytelling

Student-run clubs highlight dance forms from around the world

By Anna Donohue · Tuesday, April 17, 2018

On a Sunday morning in the Cassell Fitness Center studio, the American Bhangra Crew rehearses their routine for their upcoming performances this semester.

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Researchers recover narratives lost in the ‘Great Dismal Swamp’

By Grace George | April 16

Beginning in 2002, a professor and Ph.D. student scrutinized documents, sifted through mounds of dirt and employed modern dating methods.

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Best plants for dorm or apartment living

By Elisabeth Holmes | April 13

Brighten up your life with these hearty greens

Catch the Nats game this Friday at Nationals Park to start the weekend off right.

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Life After Hours: April 13-15

By Liz Holmes | April 13

Don’t let the fear of Jason Voorhees keep you inside all weekend! From the last few events of the Cherry Blossom Festival to (hopefully) some home-runs, there’s plenty to do in D.C.

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Audio tech program provides students with hands-on experience

By Anna Donohue and Katya Podkovyroff Lewis | April 9

Students are satisfied with small class sizes, personal attention

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SIS senior works on documentary shot in Bolivia

By Morgan Bluma | April 9

“Your Street, Our Stage” features nonprofit that aids underserved youth

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Life After Hours: April 6-8

By Liz Holmes | April 6

This weekend, be sure to welcome April and celebrate the cherry blossoms while they last, learn about the effect of community policing, and explore the portfolio project of Diane Arbus.

The 2018 AmFest will feature rapper Aminé as the headliner.

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Rapper Aminé to headline SUB’s 2018 AmFest

By Anna Donohue | April 3

Third annual arts and music festival set for April 7

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Punk rages on at Union Stage with five band concert lineup

By Becky Evans | April 3

“Do you guys like to headbang?” Free Throw’s frontman Cory Castro stood in front of a mob of people who whooped as the band’s next song exploded from the amps.

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AU Design Club will demystify the creative process in upcoming show

By Andrew Klabnik | April 2

Design show connects student artists with the community

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Taiwanese women’s fashion show echoes International Women’s Day

By Simin Ma | March 30

Women’s issues were presented through fashion in the “Beauty Power - Time Corridor of Taiwan Women’s Fashion” exhibition hosted by the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) and the National Science and Technology Museum of Taiwan earlier this month.

Celebrate cherry blossoms and more this weekend in D.C.

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Life After Hours: March 30 - April 1

By Liz Holmes | March 29

As it seems like the weather is finally warming up, what’s better to do than explore all of the amazing events D.C.

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Students share stories of struggles while studying abroad

By Theodora Mattei | March 29

Living in another country isn’t always as easy as it seems

Filmmaker Ashley Bell in "Love & Bananas," a film featured in the 2018 Environmental Film Festival.

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D.C. Environmental Film Festival closes 26th festival

By Katya Podkovyroff Lewis | March 29

The frontlines of the environmental movement on display in D.C.

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The Studio Ghibli Collection Film Series

By Morgan Bluma | March 27

After those stressful midterms, go out and enjoy some anime

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Life After Hours: March 23-25

By Liz Holmes | March 23

It’s now officially spring! Don’t let the snow get you down, D.C. is offering a ton of events this weekend.

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Jennings says goodbye to directing at AU with 'Othello'

By Grace George | March 22

For her last time directing a play at American University, Caleen Jennings picked one of her favorite plays and playwrights: William Shakespeare.

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Parallel Universe exhibit at ARTECHOUSE is a surreal technological marvel

By Katya Podkovyroff Lewis and Brandon Ermer | March 20

The first solo exhibit for the Turkish studio Ouchhh drew massive crowds

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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