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Police and risk management departments to combine under new name

By Jenny Evans and Owain James · Friday, March 2, 2018

Departments now known as University Safety & Security Services

Mother of God religious group approaches students on campus, striking fear in some

By Nazli Togrul · Thursday, March 1, 2018

Several students reported to AU police that they were approached near and on campus by “Mother of God,” a religious group, in recent weeks.

Trustee accused of sexual harassment will not seek re-election to board

By Maria Carrasco · Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018

Ross Levinsohn, former Los Angeles Times publisher, will remain on leave through May

Features

AU’s comedian in residence combines social justice with laughter

By Nazli Togrul | February 27

Bethany Hall and Caty Borum Chattoo break down their partnership and its future

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‘No More Wars for Israel’ flyers posted on School of International Service building

By The Eagle Staff | February 27

Flyers denounce AIPAC, a pro-Israel group hosting D.C. conference beginning Sunday

Protesters hold up signs critical of the Board of Trustees outside their winter meeting on Feb. 23.

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Fossil Free AU advocates: Burwell will not support divestment from fossil fuels

By Abbie Veitch | February 26

Group plans more “antagonistic” approach to pressure Board of Trustees

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AU launches heating and cooling technology, takes steps toward carbon neutrality

By Sophie Austin | February 23

The University is running a trial of a new heating and cooling technology in the McKinley building in an attempt to reduce unnecessary carbon emissions, said Juan Allen, the University’s Energy Conservation and Efficiency Manager. The new technology is designed by MeteoViva, a company based in Germany.

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Yamillet Payano elected SG president in special election

By Haley Samsel and Maria Carrasco | February 23

Payano will serve in the role until May 1

Dr. Afsaruddin/ Feminist Interpretations story

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Visiting professor encourages students to view Quran and Islam through egalitarian lens

By Emaan Khan | February 22

Asma Afsaruddin, a professor at Indiana University-Bloomington, spoke to students Feb. 14 about gender roles in the Quran.

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Presidential candidate John Delaney visits AU

By Sophie Austin | February 20

American Agora and AU Dems hosted the first candidate to announce plans to run for president in 2020

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School of Professional & Extended Studies dean to step down

By Vincent Salandro | February 19

Carola Weil served as inaugural dean of program

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Women’s Initiative welcomes Tarana Burke, founder of #MeToo movement, to campus

By Misbah Farooqi | February 14

Women’s Initiative awarded Tarana Burke, founder of the #MeToo movement, the Women’s Initiative’s Excellence in Activism award Saturday.

Features

‘Go Wonk Yourself’: Two freshmen launch podcast on bipartisan politics

By Alec Schemmel | February 14

Pair hopes to engage listeners across the political spectrum

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Traevena Byrd to become VP and general counsel in Burwell’s cabinet

By Emaan Khan | February 14

Byrd will assume her position April 9

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Burwell leads panel discussion on new diversity and inclusion plan

By Nazli Togrul | February 13

Burwell leads panel discussion on new diversity and inclusion plan

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Smoke reported in Nebraska Hall Monday night

By Courtney Rozen | February 12

No injuries reported; Incident is now under control

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Man sentenced to 35 years for killing American University alumnus Kevin Sutherland

By Haley Samsel | February 9

Jasper Spires pled guilty to stabbing Sutherland in October

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Students hope Burwell’s diversity and inclusion plan will deliver on promises

By Maria Carrasco and Abbie Veitch | February 7

“Voices of students of color are being heard”

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February special election set for new student government president

By Laura Romero | February 6

A special election for student government president is on the horizon following Taylor Dumpson’s resignation on Jan.

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Assistant director of fraternity and sorority life to step down

By Brianna Crummy | February 6

Colin Gerker has served in position since 2015

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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