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Review: Moveius Contemporary Ballet’s ‘Glacier: A Climate Change Ballet’ incorporates policy and art in graceful performance

By Jessica Ackerman · Friday, May 3, 2024

Ballet filled the National Portrait Gallery’s Kogod Courtyard with contemplative chill

Ranking the water bottle fillers across AU’s campus

By Penelope Jennings · Friday, May 3, 2024

Where to get the best water refills on campus

Scenes that Stick: Three of cinema’s most effective, iconic and mesmerizing opening scenes

By Alfie Pritchard · Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Three scenes spotlighting the magic of cinema and the skill of their auteurs

Silver Screen

REVIEW: ‘Civil War’ fails to deliver on its premise’s promised boldness

By Alfie Pritchard | April 30

A24’s most expensive film ends up being one of their most disappointing

Music

Taylor Swift can’t make up her mind

By Sara Winick | April 29

‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is a confusing grab bag of synth-pop whose backend outshines the main album

News

Spend spring at the National Arboretum with these weekend events

By Caleb Ogilvie | April 29

April brings Ikebana and other forms of nature to the National Arboretum

News

How to talk to a climate change denier

By Jessica Ackerman | April 26

Astrophysicist, author and educator Jeffrey Bennett weighs in

News

Fast Car: looking beyond the lyrics

By Edie Myhre | April 26

A glimpse into the emotional story from a psychological perspective

Silver Screen

Film students take a seat in director’s chair

By Bailey Hobbs | April 25

Capstone film projects reflect talent and commitment to advocacy

News

Rick Hoffman lights up campus with funny anecdotes and critical advice

By Kathryn Squyres | April 24

KPU hosted the acclaimed “Suits” actor for a discussion on April 16

Silver Screen

REVIEW: ‘Challengers’ is a visually stunning thrill ride

By Penelope Jennings | April 22

Zendaya, Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor dazzle in this love triangle

News

Stay active this spring with off-campus exercise opportunities for students

By Sydney Hemmer | April 22

Student discounts on workout classes and upcoming events for all fitness levels

News

American University’s Campus Beautification Day brings new blooms to campus

By Clair Sapilewski | April 19

Community members gathered to participate in the annual event

News

What’s the best water bottle?

By Jessica Ackerman | April 18

Your guide to a stylish and sustainable purchase

Silver Screen

REVIEW: ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ offers up continuity, but no comedy

By Sam Stashower | April 17

Bustin’ makes me feel nothing in the latest sequel

News

Mèo Maison joins Georgetown’s league of cat cafes

By Faith Starchia | April 16

Release stress while supporting a D.C. small business

News

D.C.’s 32nd Environmental Film Festival engages discussions on ecosystems worldwide

By Marina Zaczkiewicz and Clair Sapilewski | April 16

Documentaries create an ode to nature in the Nation’s Capital

News

Kitten heels are here to stay

By Ines Daguillard | April 15

The fashionable mini heels stand the test of time and prove they’re always fashionable

News

Inside the growing hit genre from Latin America

By Ben Cunningham | April 15

Reggaeton is more than just Bad Bunny

News

The accessory that keeps on giving: the bow

By Ines Daguillard | April 12

The bow increased in popularity recently but has centuries of history behind it

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