Delivering American University's news and views since 1925

Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025

Opinion

Quick Take: Charging George Zimmerman

Friday, April 13, 2012

After weeks of outrage, a special prosecutor has charged George Zimmerman with the second degree murder of Trayvon Martin. What else has this tragedy exposed? And what can we learn from it? Our quick take columnists weigh in:

Today's student protests have historic parallels

By Mana Aliabadi · Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Columnist Mana Aliabadi examines the university system.

Op-Ed: Public Safety chooses political correctness over free speech

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Public Safety's removal of AU Student for Liberty's Free Speech Wall reveals a culture of restriction of speech on campus.

Opinion

Staff editorial: Cutting SG election red tape

April 10

SG election rules preserve fairness but make running a complex ordeal.

Opinion

Letter to the editor: A response to allegations of protesters’ partisanship

April 10

Mike Lubbock argues against student protests being dismissed on grounds of partisanship.

Opinion

Op-Ed: Inter-Fraternity Council VP resigns over remarks about Women's Initiative

April 10

Following comments about Take Back the Night that don't reflect the organization's views, Brendan Bargmann has been asked to step down as VP of the IFC.

Opinion

OP-ED: After graduation, the next step

April 10

One graduating senior shares his thoughts and plans for post-graduation.

Opinion

Letter to the editor: AU SJP responds to J Street letter

April 10

Emily Floyd argues that Israel is an apartheid-state.

Opinion

Quick Take: Should AU ban smoking?

April 9

Is the ban needed? Our quick take columnists weigh in.

Opinion

Students for Justice in Palestine respond to J Street

April 3

SJP's Research Director highlights the injustice in Palestine.

Opinion

Letter to the Editor: Partisan protests mar speaking events

April 3

Recent protests against visiting speakers have crossed the line of civility.

Opinion

Letter to the Editor: Campus smoking ban the wrong move

April 3

Switching to a smoke-free campus is unreasonable and impractical.

Often the subject of adoring Eagle Ranters, Nick Rangos surprised this columnist with his humility, Physics studies, singing talents, scuba skills and stories of high school awkwardness.

Opinion

Nick Rangos earns his Rant fandom

By Conor Shapiro | April 3

At the risk of inciting a stampede, Nick Rangos is single, ladies. Yep, take a number. The past six months, I’ve perused Eagle Rants and noticed some reliable trends. Virgins talk about how proud they are to be abstinent (uh, no wonder they’re ranting), students vent about trying to get to the ...

Opinion

Instant runoff vote would improve SG elections

By Douglas Bell | April 3

Electing a president with 28 percent of the vote could be a cause for concern.

Opinion

Op-Ed: AU Student Government doesn't represent me

April 3

Student Government isn't capable of addressing the issues that affect AU students.

Opinion

No official language? No problem.

By Francesca Morizio | April 2

Francesca Morizio defends America's lack of a national language.

Opinion

Staff editorial: Chilling the Fires of discourse

April 2

Emails sent by the AU administration to students who protested Jan Brewer may prioritize AU's professional image above fostering an environment of discourse.

Opinion

Eagle Rants March 27

March 27

Your March 27 Eagle Rants!

Opinion

Staff editorial: The Eagle endorses Student Government candidates

March 27

The Eagle endorses SG candidates for President, Vice President, Secretary and Comptroller.

Opinion

Abortion isn't all about religion

March 27

AU Students for Life explain why abortion isn't an issue of religious belief.

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