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Field hockey wins Patriot League title

By Caleb Vinson · Saturday, Nov. 9, 2013

The AU Eagles hockey team defeated the Boston University Terriers 3-0 to secure the Patriot League Tournament Championship.

McKinley Building under construction in January 2013.

Fate of MGC’s third floor remains undecided

By Chloe Johnson · Friday, Nov. 8, 2013

The third floor of MGC may be transformed into a student union, but all potential changes are put on hold.

Former presidential speechwriter offers storytelling advice

By Suzanne Gaber · Friday, Nov. 8, 2013

President Barack Obama’s former presidential speechwriter Jon Favreau advised students to focus on storytelling, not “a catchy tagline or cheap applause.”

Grace Wilson scored an overtime goal to give the Eagles the victory over Lafayette in the Patriot League semi-finals

Sports

Wilson’s overtime goal sends field hockey to PL finals

By Eric Saltzman | November 8

The Eagles’ field hockey team advances to the Patriot League Tournament finals for the first time since 2010.

News

Q&A: Comedian Bill Burr

By Sean Meehan | November 6

Stand-up comedian and actor Bill Burr discusses comedy, “Breaking Bad,” and sports in an interview with The Eagle.

Sports

Women’s soccer team advances to the quarterfinals

By Zach Leciejewski | November 6

The AU women’s soccer team defeated Army 3-1 with penalty kicks, advancing to the Patriot League semifinals.

Sports

AU volleyball wins fifth straight game to stay atop Patriot League standings

By Kara Avanceña | November 2

Eagles’ volleyball returned to Bender Arena after a four game road trip and swept Bucknell to keep first place in the Patriot League

News

Wide disparity found between staff, faculty smoking disciplinary procedures

By Amber Cohen | November 1

AU staff members can lose their jobs for violating tobacco- and smoke-free policy while faculty only receive written warnings.

News

Where to get free safe sex products on campus

By Alex Seibel | November 1

Your guide to finding condoms, dental dams and personal lubricant on campus, all free of charge.

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SUB uses Metro ads to promote upcoming concert

By Jordan-Marie Smith | November 1

SUB Director Noah Gray aims to expand SUB’s reach by opening concert to public and using Metro advertising.

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Alcohol and candy: DC Halloween traditions evolve

By Sadie Ruben | October 31

Halloween traditions in the District for college students have drastically changed from husband-hunting parties to trick-or-treating on Embassy Row. However, the embassies still don’t give out free alcohol.

Music

13 Most Spooktacular Songs for Halloween

By Sydney Gore | October 31

The Scene compiled a list of new and old treats to add to your Halloween playlist.

Vera Farmiga as Lorraine Warren in “The Conjuring.”

News

13 horror movies to watch this Halloweekend

By David Kahen-Kashi | October 31

The Scene counts down some essential horror films to watch for Halloween.

News

Almost 18 years in the making: AU student pursues acting professionally

By Mark Lieberman | October 31

After performing in a professional production of “Cabaret” at D.C.’s Keegan Theatre, AU senior Matthew Rubbelke dreams of making it to Broadway.

Music

WVAU and SUB to bring Mac DeMarco, Shark Week to AU

By Kendall Breitman | October 29

For their first collaboration, the student organizations will be bringing the indie-rock artist and a local band to the SIS Founders Room

News

SG Senate swearing-in postponed

By Kate Magill | October 27

A petition claiming last week’s SG elections were invalid due to “systematic voter disenfranchisement” postponed the swearing-in of new senators and Pat Kelly’s speech.

Sports

Field hockey clinches Patriot League regular season title

By Caleb Vinson | October 27

The Eagles edged the Bucknell Bison 1-0, placing No. 1 in the Patriot League Tournament.

News

Presidential speechwriter Jon Favreau to highlight KPU event

By Suzanne Gaber | October 27

The speechwriter who worked with President Obama both in and out of office will speak in the University Club on Nov. 6.

News

Ron Paul to speak at AU on Nov. 14

By Suzanne Gaber | October 27

The libertarian Congressman will talk at a KPU event on Nov. 14.

Verdult (left) and Alzayat (right) spin tracks at Jimmy Valentine’s.

Music

AU student rises to fame in DJ duo

By David Kahen-Kashi | October 26

AU’s Chanel Verdult discusses her role in the DJ pair Bromar x Punkproper and its rise in the D.C. hip-hop scene.

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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