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Swastika found on ceiling tile of Anderson Hall bathroom

By Zoe Bell · Monday, Sept. 26, 2022

University pursuing further information about incident, Burwell said

University, D.C. Department of Health gives update on monkeypox at webinar

By Abigail Turner · Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022

Student Health Center working to get vaccines on campus

‘Gen Z Takes on the Midterm Elections’ panel event explores what political issues matter most to young voters on both sides of the aisle

By Weslan Hansen · Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022

Students engaged with panelists on abortion rights, mental health

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AU’s Students Supporting Israel hosted first guest speaker event featuring Palestinian activist Bassem Eid

By Ellie White | September 16

Eid spoke to students on the Israel-Palestine conflict and the role of Israel in the Middle East

Features

The Involvement Fair returns to the quad after a two-year hiatus

By Mina Allen | September 13

Students, clubs excited for opportunities to get involved on campus

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City Ridge development begins opening on Wisconsin Avenue

By Abigail Turner | September 8

Development will include residential, retail and office opportunities

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Student Government stipends increase for executive board members

By Mackenzie Konjoyan | September 2

Budget passed over the summer after being considered by the Undergraduate Senate

Coronavirus

American University will no longer provide isolation housing for students living on campus

By Jordan Young and Isabella Brown | September 1

Students residing in on-campus housing expected to isolate in place

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Following weeklong strike, University and Staff Union come to an agreement on contract

By Nina Heller , Sarah Mattalian , Ben Johansen , Zoe Bell , Kate Corliss and Abigail Turner | August 29

AU community responds to Staff Union's strike during Welcome Week

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University will no longer publish weekly COVID-19 case numbers

By Nina Heller | August 29

Dashboard no longer a “critical tool” in pandemic management

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Students walk out of convocation in support of Staff Union strike

By Sarah Mattalian and Abigail Turner | August 26

Students left Bender Arena as Burwell spoke

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As union members strike, frustrations with contract and wage increases causes tension with University

By Sarah Mattalian and Abigail Turner | August 23

Union members, University unable to agree on contract

wheelinâ€™ in â€” D.C. is planning to increase its bike lanes from 45 to 80 miles. A section of Pennsylvania Avenue running from the White House to the Capitol will even ban cars from its middle lane.

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As bike safety remains a prevalent issue in the district, students and faculty look to advancements in infrastructure and incentive programs

By Abigail Pritchard | August 23

Biking in Ward 3 is often uncertain due to a lack of bike lanes, but incentives and safety tips encourage bikers

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American University launches the Center for Well-Being Programs and Psychological Services

By Sarah Mattalian | August 18

The new center will combine the services of the Counseling Center and the Health Promotion and Advocacy Center

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AU’s staff union announces strike ahead of first week of classes

By Sarah Mattalian and Ben Johansen | August 11

‘We are at the end of the rope with the administration’

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Student email accounts to transition to outlook starting next week

By Grace Harman | July 29

OIT plans to provide resources and support for students

Features

SOC graduate students part of Pulitzer Prize winning team

By Mackenzie Konjoyan | July 27

Eight recent graduates from the School of Communication’s master’s program in Journalism and Public Affairs contributed to work with the Washington Post about the January 6th riots that won the Pulitzer Prize for Public Service in 2022. The students were part of AU’s Washington Post practicum ...

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University receives $10M donation for new athletic center

By Kate Corliss | July 26

Second-largest naming gift in AU history is part of “Change Can’t Wait” fundraising campaign

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SPA students receive award for poster project addressing the status and history of Roe v. Wade

By Maya Cederlund | July 19

Students talk about how group project provided details on how to help protect abortion access

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American University names David Marchick as new dean of Kogod School of Business

By Ben Johansen | July 18

Marchick will assume the position August 15

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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