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

By Julia Gagnon · Monday, March 19, 2018

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.

AU falls in opening round of NCAA Tournament

By Vincent Salandro and Kimberly Cataudella · Saturday, March 17, 2018

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.

Halftime: AU trails by 13 against UCLA in NCAA Tournament

By Kimberly Cataudella · Saturday, March 17, 2018

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

News

‘No More Wars for Israel’ flyers posted on School of International Service building

By The Eagle Staff | February 27

Flyers denounce AIPAC, a pro-Israel group hosting D.C. conference beginning Sunday

Protesters hold up signs critical of the Board of Trustees outside their winter meeting on Feb. 23.

News

Fossil Free AU advocates: Burwell will not support divestment from fossil fuels

By Abbie Veitch | February 26

Group plans more “antagonistic” approach to pressure Board of Trustees

News

Yamillet Payano elected SG president in special election

By Haley Samsel and Maria Carrasco | February 23

Payano will serve in the role until May 1

SG presidential candidate Yamillet Payano talks to The Eagle

Opinion

The Eagle endorses Yamillet Payano for student government president

By The Eagle Editorial Board | February 21

During this special election, Payano is the strongest option for a smooth transition

News

Presidential candidate John Delaney visits AU

By Sophie Austin | February 20

American Agora and AU Dems hosted the first candidate to announce plans to run for president in 2020

Sports

Women’s lacrosse loses season opener 13-6

By Fatima Albannai | February 19

Emma Vinall leads with hat trick against Richmond

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