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University renews U-Pass program for the fall 2021 semester

By Clare Mulroy and Kate Corliss · Monday, May 3, 2021

Following a year without the U-Pass, AU will resume pre-pandemic operations

AU community shares concerns and relief over guilty verdict in Derek Chauvin trial

By Ben Johansen and Kate Corliss · Monday, April 26, 2021

Police officer who killed George Floyd in May 2020 convicted of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter

Interfraternity Council releases long-term reform plan following sexual misconduct and racism allegations

By Mina Allen · Friday, April 23, 2021

New policies include mandatory training sessions and meetings with campus stakeholders following criticisms from students

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The Asian Studies faculty prepares for the launch of a restructured Asia, Pacific, and Diaspora Studies program

By Daniella Ignacio | April 23

Professors reflect on the more diasporic program, student efforts and its beginnings

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AU Asian student coalition reflects on efforts for a more inclusive Asian Studies program as it transforms into Asia, Pacific and Diaspora Studies

By Daniella Ignacio | April 22

As Critical Race, Gender & Sexuality Studies expanded into a department, students pushed for change

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Former Obama official Todd Park announced as commencement speaker for virtual May ceremony

By Clare Mulroy | April 21

Park’s online address will accompany the first in-person commencement processions since the pandemic began

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University announces new brand campaign “Challenge Accepted” to replace “WONK”

By Kate Corliss | April 19

New campaign will highlight University community members’ roles in global problem-solving, reshaping higher education

Sports

Men’s soccer wins first Patriot League Championship since 2004, punches ticket to the NCAA tournament

By Lee Clarke | April 17

Senior forward Nick Dimitrijevic scores the game-winning goal in double overtime

Coronavirus

BREAKING: University to require students with on-campus presence to be vaccinated

By Nina Heller | April 14

Requirement includes full-time, part-time, graduate and undergraduate students

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AU announces in-person commencement ceremonies for all 2020 and spring 2021 graduates

By Kate Corliss | April 14

Graduates to be recognized in Bender Arena following virtual commencement events in May

Coronavirus

While students enjoy on-campus residency, some say health guideline enforcement is lax

By Skye Witley | April 12

A month in, students share their ‘mini-mester’ experience

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Brodie, Darrien, Natarajan and Rubin elected to the 2021-2022 executive board

By Ben Johansen and Olivia Higgins | April 11

Turnout decreased significantly from last year’s April election

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Sports

10 years in the G League: an oral history of Andre Ingram’s call-up to the Lakers

By Spencer Nusbaum | April 10

Reliving Andre Ingram’s Lakers debut with friends, family and coaches

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Meet your 2021-2022 Student Government executive board candidates

By Ben Johansen and Olivia Higgins | April 9

Voting closes on April 11 at 12:45

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AU announces new details about campus return plan for fall 2021 semester

By Kate Corliss | April 8

Information regarding in-person classes, campus housing shared at student media briefing

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On the Record: Addressing The Eagle’s coverage of anti-Asian hate incidents

By Kelsey Carolan | April 7

Apologizing for our lack of coverage, setting concrete plans to improve

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AU unintentionally exposed thousands of students’ data in violation of federal law

By Dan Papscun | April 5

University has since restricted the myAU portal data, which included names, AUIDs and survey results

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SG newcomer Zoë Washington elected Speaker of the Undergraduate Senate

By Ben Johansen and Olivia Higgins | April 1

Washington will be the first Black woman to serve in the position

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Students say AU’s response to anti-Asian violence is not enough

By Kelsey Carolan | March 30

Following Atlanta-area shootings, the AU community reflects on rising anti-Asian hate and bias amid the pandemic

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The Department of Performing Arts Class of 2021 reflects on four years of performing

By Stephanie Mirah , Clare Mulroy , Emily Walsh and Rachel Sturm | March 29

Triumphs, joys and losses from freshman year “Overture” to their final virtual show

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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