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Fall Movie Preview: Drama in space, comedy in Korea and more

By Tam Sackman · Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014

From indies to dramas to a comedy that has North Korea enraged, here are 10 movies worth a watch coming out this fall.

A construction sign at the former entrance to the Nebraska Avenue parking lot.

Changes coming to parking permits at AU

By Kate Magill · Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014

The administration will maximize more limited campus parking spaces.

Karmin, JoJo to perform Welcome Week concert in Bender Arena

By Mark Lieberman · Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2014

AU Student Union Board is bringing the pop duo and former teen sensation to Bender Arena on Aug. 23.

Current Political Communication students surround former SOC professor Dotty Lynch.

News

SOC Professor Dotty Lynch passes away

By Jordan-Marie Smith | August 12

The influential executive in residence leaves behind a legacy steeped in politics.

News

Tenleytown Safeway scheduled to close in 10 months

By Jordan-Marie Smith | August 11

The Whole Foods alternative is slated to close its doors in 10 months

News

New Student Activities director to begin this fall

By Emily Clapp | August 6

Northwestern’s Dominic Greene joins AU as director of student activities for the fall 2014 school year.

News

AU PhD candidate receives Fulbright-National Geographic Fellowship

By Tori Dalcourt | August 5

Erin Moriarty Harrelson will study the emerging culture of deaf Cambodians.

News

The M&M Report: “Boyhood” and “Orange is the New Black”

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | August 3

Mark Lieberman and Devin Mitchell discuss Richard Linklater’s 12-year cinematic experiment and Netflix’s prison series.

News

Neon Trees end Pop Psychology Tour with a confetti-tinged bang

By Tam Sackman | August 2

The pop-rockers closed out the “Pop Psychology” tour at 9:30 club on July 13.

Music

Virgin Mobile FreeFest canceled, other festivals beckon

By Sydney Gore | August 1

Taste of Georgetown, Adams Morgan Day and other festivals to check out this fall.

News

Israel Study Abroad programs to continue despite conflict

By Aly Seidel | July 24

AU will continue its fall study abroad programs to Israel, despite escalating violence.

News

Q&A: Gabriel Iglesias, "The Fluffy Movie"

By Tam Sackman | July 23

The longtime Comedy Central frontman, better known as Fluffy, discusses having the big screen to himself in his new stand-up movie.

News

DC raises minimum wage

By Jacquie Lee | July 22

Some students’ wages will rise thanks to the new legislation.

Lifestyle

“Screen on the Green” brings classic movies to the Mall

By David Kahen-Kashi | July 21

This year’s lineup includes “The Karate Kid,” “Lover Come Back” and more.

News

Malicious burning in south side residence halls prompts investigation

By Samantha Hogan | July 16

Public Safety investigates unattended burners in two lounges, $500 reward for information

News

The M&M Report: Dissecting the 2014 Emmy nominations

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | July 16

Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman discuss the TV Academy’s picks for the best television shows of the 2013-2014 season.

News

Victim advocate added, AU to release common locations of illegal activities to DC Police

By Samantha Hogan and Kate Magill | July 15

Hanson updates campus community on continued efforts to address sexual violence.

Music

Q&A: Branden Campbell, Neon Trees

By Tam Sackman | July 7

Neon Trees bassist Branden Campbell discusses the band’s new album and tour “Pop Psychology.”

News

Q&A: Steve James, Director of "Life Itself"

By Mary Wright | July 5

The director of Roger Ebert’s documentary discusses chronicling a man through life and death.

News

Alum Sarah McBride wins another award for LGBT activism

By Freddy Rodriguez | July 3

Alum Sarah McBride was awarded Metro Weekly’s ‘Next Generation Award’ for LGBT work

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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