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Student activists, leaders size up state of campus activism in the Trump era

By Aneeta Mathur-Ashton · Wednesday, March 28, 2018

LULAC, Muslim Student Association have been driven to act in recent months

Incoming freshmen organize school walkouts protesting gun violence

By Nazli Togrul · Tuesday, March 27, 2018

AU admissions said pending applications would not be affected

Senate votes to hold referendum on student activity fee increase in spring election

By Maria Carrasco · Monday, March 26, 2018

At a special meeting last week, the American University Student Government (AUSG) Senate voted to hold a referendum in the SG spring elections that would ask students whether or not to increase the student activity fee by $11.50 per semester.

News

AU students join calls to end gun violence at March for Our Lives

By Maria Carrasco , Brianna Crummy , Kimberly Cataudella and Sophie Austin | March 24

As hundreds of thousands gathered outside the U.S. Capitol Saturday to call for an end to gun violence, American University student organizations protested in the March for Our Lives.

News

‘What can I do now?’: Students, alumni prepare for March for Our Lives

By Haley Samsel | March 23

Students connected to Parkland, Florida take action on gun violence

News

Jewish activist Yavilah McCoy speaks about forging relationships through diversity

By Kimberly Cataudella | March 22

“The power of proximity” will eventually enable equity, McCoy said

News

Six female American University professors denied tenure, accuse provost of discrimination

By Julia Gagnon | March 19

Allegations have resulted in lawsuits, formal complaints

Senior guard Emily Kinneston drives to the basket during AU’s opening round NCAA Tournament loss to UCLA.

Sports

AU falls in opening round of NCAA Tournament

By Vincent Salandro and Kimberly Cataudella | March 17

UCLA powers past Eagles despite Carl’s double-double

Senior forward Michael Harris puts up a shot through traffic in the first half of the AU women's basketball team's NCAA Tournament game against UCLA.

Sports

Halftime: AU trails by 13 against UCLA in NCAA Tournament

By Kimberly Cataudella | March 17

Lewis, Koskimies helping AU close the massive gap

The AU women's basketball celebrates moments after winning the Patriot League title last Sunday.

Sports

'Together': AU prepares to face UCLA in first round of the NCAA Tournament Saturday afternoon

By Vincent Salandro and Kimberly Cataudella | March 17

Women’s basketball plays in LA

Senior guard Maria Liddane plays in the Patriot League championship game Sunday.

Sports

Women’s basketball to play UCLA in first round of NCAA Tournament

By Kimberly Cataudella | March 12

14th-seeded Eagles travel west for opening round

Graduate student speaks to The Eagle after he was arrested by AU Police Tuesday night

News

Students protest arrest of graduate student

By Maria Carrasco | March 11

SG launches website section dedicated to AUPD policies

Sports

Women’s basketball clinches Patriot League title

By Kimberly Cataudella | March 11

The Eagles punch ticket to NCAA tournament

The 2018 Founder's Day Ball was held on Saturday at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

News

Students reflect on the 2018 Founder’s Day Ball

By Simin Ma | March 9

Event celebrates 125th anniversary of AU’s founding at National Museum of African American History and Culture

News

Graduate student speaks to The Eagle after he was arrested by AU Police Tuesday night

By Lydia Calitri | March 8

Graduate student Benjamin Brumer returned to campus Wednesday morning after being arrested by American University Police for unlawful entry Tuesday night.

Students meet outside of Hillel's office in Kay Spiritual Life Center.

News

University holds anti-Semitism seminars following appearance of anti-Semitic posters

By Courtney Rozen and Maria Carrasco | March 7

This is different from the University’s previous responses to white supremacist postering

American University Police officers arrest graduate student Benjamin Brumer outside the School of International Service building Tuesday night.

News

Graduate student arrested by American University Police Department for unlawful entry

By The Eagle Staff | March 6

Officers escorted Benjamin Brumer from East Quad Building and placed him inside police van

Basketball

Despite a record-breaking season, women’s basketball fan attendance trails men’s team

By Kimberly Cataudella and Sasha Jones | March 5

News

Provost Scott Bass to step down after 10 years

By Haley Samsel and Courtney Rozen | March 2

Bass will transition to SPA faculty position

News

Trustee accused of sexual harassment will not seek re-election to board

By Maria Carrasco | February 28

Ross Levinsohn, former Los Angeles Times publisher, will remain on leave through May

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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