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Student Government presidential candidates discuss advocacy, campus issues and goals at debate

By Kendall Thompson and Owen Auston-Babcock · Friday, April 7, 2023

American University Student Government president candidates discuss advocacy, campus issues and goals at debate presidential debate

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AU ANC’s one-vote tie raises concerns over lack of student engagement in local politics

By Abigail Hatting · Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Numerous barriers limit students from voting and running for office in DC

AU launches new meal plans based on student feedback

By Kathryn Squyres · Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Updates to meal plans include unlimited meal swipes for TDR, limited retail meal exchanges, dining dollars, mobile ordering credit and guest meals

Sports

With men’s basketball in the spotlight this season, fans and community express hope for increased attention to women’s basketball

By Delaney Hoke | March 29

Women’s basketball remains in the shadows with lower attendance and less buzz

News

Abigail Pritchard named The Eagle’s 2023-2024 Editor-in-Chief

By Nina Heller | March 27

Pritchard is The Eagle’s current administration editor

News

Duo multi-factor authentication expansion to Canvas is just one of many steps in University-wide push for cybersecurity

By Abigail Pritchard | March 24

Multi-factor authentication will eventually be used for staff and Eagle Service, officials say

Features

A legacy three decades in the making, Fanta Aw says adieu to AU

By Clair Sapilewski | March 23

The AU vice president leaves to become CEO of NAFSA

News

As DC rents soar, AU students’ pockets tighten

By Daniella Jimenez | March 22

How AU students are coping with skyrocketing rent prices in the DMV area

Music

On A Sensual Note expands policies to be more gender inclusive

By Hannah Langenfeld | March 21

‘We’re not just for male identifying people’

Sports

Mike Brennan to depart as men’s basketball head coach

By Penelope Jennings | March 9

In each of Brennan’s last three seasons with the team, American finished under .500

News

DC activists and lawmakers call for action to prevent gun violence

By Ella Rousseau and Abigail Hatting | March 9

“We know that what deters crime and creates healthy communities isn’t stiff penalties: it’s sufficient support and resources.”

Sports

Eagles fall short in a double overtime heartbreaker

By Delaney Hoke | March 8

AU’s Patriot League Tournament run ends at Lafayette

News

American University to end COVID-19 vaccine mandate and PCR test distribution in May

By Jordan Young | March 7

Vaccines and boosters will be strongly recommended and rapid tests will be available

Sports

American survives Navy to advance in the Patriot League tournament

By Penelope Jennings | March 6

Kayla Henning led with a career-high 19 points

Sports

American upsets No. 2 Navy in Patriot League quarterfinal

By Delaney Hoke | March 3

Eagles beat Midshipmen to move on to Patriot League semi-final

News

Students hold second protest for University response to sexual violence

By Mackenzie Konjoyan and Ella Rousseau | March 1

For the second time in three months, students protested, addressing what they said was inaction in implementing demands created in response to a sexual assault that took place in Leonard Hall on Oct. 31.

Sports

Men's basketball falls to Navy in fifth consecutive loss

By Delaney Hoke | February 24

Eagles couldn't keep up with scoring in second half

Sports

Mountain Hawks clip Eagles’ wings

By Delaney Hoke | February 21

AU falls to Lehigh despite short despite large comeback

News

Investigation found person potentially responsible for racist language written on Bender Library whiteboard

By Abigail Turner and Katie Mass | February 20

Office of the Dean of Students determining potential violations of conduct code

News

Despite a loss to Boston University, AU women’s basketball sees a future of growth

By Kyra Benzing-Plourde | February 13

Young players had a successful game, indicative of a promising program for the Eagles

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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