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Trump administration rescinds controversial international student online education rule

By Dan Papscun · Tuesday, July 14, 2020

The announcement follows outcry from students and legal challenges by their universities, including AU

AU backs lawsuit challenging Trump administration rule on international students

By Abbie Veitch · Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Rule would make students leave the US if they take only online classes

Students leave social Greek life following allegations of racism, sexual assault

By Fariha Rahman and Nina Heller · Monday, July 13, 2020

Entire fraternity chapter disaffiliates after students put pressure on Greek life

News

University’s fall plan leaves students scrambling for housing

By Nina Heller | July 12

Many are concerned about housing security

News

Burwell announces additional steps toward racial equity at AU

By Dan Papscun | July 7

Steps include additional training for police officers and focus on recruiting faculty of color

News

AU will launch an equity and Title IX office in the fall

By Sophia Solano | July 5

New office will handle discrimination and sexual misconduct complaints

Sports

From Eli to Mighty Murph: AU wrestler Elijah Murphy wins ESPY award

By Spencer Nusbaum | July 2

Unsung hero of local nonprofit Grassroot Project receives Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award

News

Following concerns about handling of sexual misconduct allegations, AU responds

By Kelsey Carolan | June 29

Students put pressure on Greek life to take action

News

BREAKING: AUSG President Nikola Jok resigns, citing mental health concerns and allegations against fraternity

By Dan Papscun and Sarah Mattalian | June 27

Announcement comes less than a month into Jok’s term

Sports

Fall sports are expected to return at AU

By Spencer Nusbaum | June 22

Seasons will start in September with restrictions on travel and training

Coronavirus

American University will use all revenue from increased 2020 tuition for financial aid

By Kelsey Carolan and Dan Papscun | June 19

President Burwell announces additional budget measures to mitigate impact of economic downturn

Coronavirus

BREAKING: AU to hold hybrid classes for fall semester, limit dorm occupancy

By Ayelet Sheffey and Dan Papscun | June 16

On-campus housing will be offered to freshmen and some sophomores

Sports

Athletes and coaches speak out on race and BLM at home and at AU

By Alec Branch | June 15

Many discuss their experiences with race inside and outside of sports

Coronavirus

BREAKING: AU cancels all fall study abroad programs

By Kelsey Carolan , Dan Papscun and Fariha Rahman | June 12

Spring 2021 abroad plans still moving forward

News

TDR staff member dies at 32, after 15 years at American University

By Kelsey Carolan | June 9

Anthony Johnson remembered as passionate and kind by co-workers and family

Ibram X. Kendi, the founding director of the new Anti-Racist Research and Policy Center at AU.

News

Ibram X. Kendi will leave AU and join Boston University faculty to develop antiracist research center

By Lizzy Tarallo | June 4

Kendi is leaving AU after almost three years as a faculty member

Opinion

Letter from the editor: Being a black college editor covering the George Floyd protests

By Sophie Austin | June 4

The Eagle welcomes the feedback of the AU community to make our reporting fairer

News

On The Record: Covering George Floyd protests and underrepresented communities

By Kelsey Carolan | June 3

As a newspaper, we must amplify voices that need to be heard

News

Student organizations call on AU to end all relations with the Metropolitan Police Department

By Sarah Mattalian | June 2

AU NAACP, BSU and AU Democrats release formal statements

Opinion

Staff Editorial: The University has institutional power to act.

By The Eagle Editorial Board | May 31

With a nation in crisis, AU must listen to Black activists on and off campus

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