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‘The fight is not over’: Thousands attend People’s March ahead of Inauguration Day

By Penelope Jennings , Gabrielle McNamee and Matthias Jaylen Sandoval · Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025

Marchers protest incoming administration’s stance on LGBTQ+ rights, reproductive justice, climate change

Thousands gathered in D.C. for President Trump’s victory rally

By Sophie Milner-Gorvine and Sophia Cooper · Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025

Some supporters leave disappointed after denied entry to Capital One Arena

Sean Astin sends off 2024 graduates

By Rachel Novick · Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025

‘Lord of the Rings’ and ‘Stranger Things’ actor honored at 148th commencement

News

American University navigates budget shortfall for 2026 budget

By Abigail Turner and Soumya Sahay | December 13

University proposes early retirement packages, housing requirements

News

Task Force for Democracy hosts discussion about future of democracy

By Gabrielle McNamee | December 13

Students, leaders discuss democracy under a forthcoming Trump presidency

News

AU Encounters to replace current AUx2 requirement in the spring as University reviews AU Core

By Abigail Turner | December 13

University cuts designated first-year advising, shifting advisors to major-based advising after spring 2025

News

$68 Million Short

By Kyle Galvin , Gabrielle McNamee and Soumya Sahay | December 13

Students, faculty uncertain of path forward amid budget shortfall

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BREAKING: Rodney Hopson to serve as interim dean of SOE as University determines school’s future

By Penelope Jennings | December 12

Current senior associate dean will take over for Dean Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy

News

Administration grapples with antisemitism and Islamophobia on campus

By Cara Halford | December 12

Students and faculty say University response has fallen short

Features

Students left reeling after election

By Cara Halford | December 12

After Trump’s win, students find community and begin to organize

Features

Students vaccinate against COVID-19 for personal and public safety

By Hannah Langenfeld | December 12

Students worry Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s oversight of health agencies could hurt COVID-19 prevention

News

Child Development Center parents hit unexpectedly with its August closure

By Luna Jinks | December 12

Parents scramble to find care for their children while the University offers little explanation

Investigation

Child Development Center parents hit unexpectedly with its August closure

By Luna Jinks | December 12

Parents scramble to find care for their children while the University offers little explanation

News

In face of changing expression policies, student leaders remain united

By Sofia Thomas | December 11

Lack of transparency leaves students unsure of sanctioned speech

News

Campus dining offers limited options to dietary restricted students

By Kadie Fishman and Izzy Fantini | December 10

Students say kosher, halal and gluten-free options lack

Local

National Park Service and Foundation host 102nd annual National Christmas Tree Lighting

By Hope Fronczek | December 10

Event featured address from President Biden with performances of Christmas classics

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AU Hillel holds Chanukah 'Gelt-Together' to help students de-stress during finals

By Alia Messina | December 10

Students enjoyed festive food and activities during early Chanukah event

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Jim Obergefell talks preserving LGBTQ+ civil rights

By Yuri Perelman | December 10

KPU hosts lead plaintiff in landmark case KPU hosts lead plaintiff in landmark case

Features

Thursdays in Tenleytown graced by jazz of Ringo AK Star

By Olivia Wood and Sophie Milner-Gorvine | December 9

Local saxophonist transforms a Metro station into a stage for jazz and soul

News

Sean Astin, actor and mental health advocate, to speak at AU’s winter commencement

By Josh Markowitz | December 6

Actor starred in ‘Stranger Things,’ ‘Lord of the Rings’

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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