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Fanta Aw to lead AU diversity efforts as Vice President of Campus Life and Inclusive Excellence

By Haley Samsel · Monday, March 19, 2018

Aw to hire new staff member to assist on diversity issues

Six female American University professors denied tenure, accuse provost of discrimination

By Julia Gagnon · Monday, March 19, 2018

Allegations have resulted in lawsuits, formal complaints

Graduate student speaks to The Eagle after he was arrested by AU Police Tuesday night

Students protest arrest of graduate student

By Maria Carrasco · Sunday, March 11, 2018

SG launches website section dedicated to AUPD policies

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Graduate student speaks to The Eagle after he was arrested by AU Police Tuesday night

By Lydia Calitri | March 8

Graduate student Benjamin Brumer returned to campus Wednesday morning after being arrested by American University Police for unlawful entry Tuesday night.

Students meet outside of Hillel's office in Kay Spiritual Life Center.

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University holds anti-Semitism seminars following appearance of anti-Semitic posters

By Courtney Rozen and Maria Carrasco | March 7

This is different from the University’s previous responses to white supremacist postering

American University Police officers arrest graduate student Benjamin Brumer outside the School of International Service building Tuesday night.

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Graduate student arrested by American University Police Department for unlawful entry

By The Eagle Staff | March 6

Officers escorted Benjamin Brumer from East Quad Building and placed him inside police van

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What’s the most important issue facing college campuses? Six students answer

By Riddhi Sarkar , Maria Carrasco , Elyse Notarianni , Ashley Oviedo , Giovanna Diez and Morgan Antonez | March 6

Racial inclusion, college affordability and mental illness are all important, students say

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KPU to host Jewish activist Yavilah McCoy

By Haley Samsel | March 6

McCoy will lead event on developing multi-faith and multicultural alliances

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Campus organizations co-host panel of black journalists

By Sophie Austin | March 5

“Stick to what it is that you believe,” one panelist advised students

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Provost Scott Bass to step down after 10 years

By Haley Samsel and Courtney Rozen | March 2

Bass will transition to SPA faculty position

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Police and risk management departments to combine under new name

By Jenny Evans and Owain James | March 2

Departments now known as University Safety & Security Services

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

By Nazli Togrul | March 1

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

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

By Maria Carrasco | February 28

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

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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