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Straight from print: Celebrate the holidays in DC

By Emma Williams · Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016

This article originally appeared in The Eagle's December 9 special edition.

Straight from print: What does freedom of speech mean at AU?

By Shannon Scovel · Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016

This article originally appeared in The Eagle's December 9 special edition. Red and yellow flames spewed from the American flag as students held a lighter to the cloth and gathered around the Mary Graydon Center to protest the election of Donald Trump on Nov.

AU defeats Youngstown State 77-62 at Bender Arena on Saturday

By Shannon Scovel · Monday, Dec. 12, 2016

When the intensity increases and the pressure mounts, AU puts the basketball in the hands of a freshman.

Lifestyle

Metro Cooking DC brings together foodies from across the city

By Arielle Weg and Griffin Rowell | December 9

The two day food lover’s event took the District by storm

News

The Weekend Scene: Dec. 9-11

By Lara Jakiel | December 9

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by your upcoming finals and lengthy to-do lists, take a study break this weekend with these events happening around D.C.

News

Kerwin signs letters committing to protect undocumented students

By KATHERINE SALTZMAN/ THE EAGLE | December 7

President Kerwin has signed onto three statements circulating among university leaders across the country, committing to protecting undocumented students under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and urging President-elect Trump to take a more forceful stance against hate, harassment and violence.

News

Kogod cancels 2017 case competition

By Emily Martin | December 7

KSB encourages students to participate in other programs instead

News

Dunkin' Donuts to open Tenleytown location

By Emaan Khan | December 6

*Correction appendedDunkin’ Donuts is set to open a new location in the space formerly occupied by Bloo Moo Yogurt in Tenleytown in early 2017. Construction at the location has begun and will continue leading up to the opening, according to Leigh Catherine Miles, the executive director of Tenleytown ...

Senior Moira Nolan addresses a group of students outside the Mary Graydon Center on Wednesday.

News

AU trustee’s meeting with Trump sparks calls for resignation

By Haley Samsel | December 4

Gary Cohn’s meeting with the president-elect prompted Wednesday protest

News

The Weekend Scene: Dec. 2-4

By Lara Jakiel | December 2

Enjoy a pre-finals week holiday market, tamale festival and more

News

Preview: Winter musical and theater performances

By Naomi Zeigler | December 2

Check out what performances AU students have in store this month

Sophomore guard James Washington shoots a free throw during a home game against Boston University on Jan. 13, 2016.

Sports

Free throw shooting problematic for Eagles going forward

By Austin Sternlicht | December 1

Eagle basketball analyst Austin Sternlicht takes a look at one of the team’s glaring issues so far this season

Sophomore guard Delante Jones goes up for a layup against Lehigh in home game last season on Jan. 9, 2016.

Sports

AU men’s basketball defeats Western Illinois in first home win

By Shannon Scovel | November 30

After a game of back-and-forth basketball, missed free throws and low scoring percentages, AU’s 57-50 win against Western Illinois on Tuesday night proved to be a game of firsts.

News

Students host campus walkout to protest Trump presidency

By Alix Mammina | November 29

Protesters spoke out about feelings of fear and discrimination

News

Racist messages found on doors in Anderson and Letts Halls

By Courtney Rozen | November 21

HDP, Public Safety are conducting investigations of the incident

News

Campus organizations help students cope with tough semester

By Emily Martin and Emaan Khan | November 21

For the last few months, AU students have attended vigils and protests in response to tragedies and tensions on campus.

News

AU employee placed on administrative leave for actions at anti-Trump protest

By Haley Samsel | November 18

Scott O’Beirne told staff he will likely lose his position after altercation with student

News

Kerwin condemns flag burning on campus

By Katherine Saltzman | November 17

The University president released a statement calling last Wednesday’s protest “troubling”

First team Patriot League selection Kennedy Etheridge plays in a game in 2017.

Sports

Patriot League women’s volleyball preview

By Vincent Salandro | November 16

After claiming the Patriot League regular season title, the AU women’s volleyball team will host the Patriot League volleyball tournament semifinals and finals for the third straight season beginning Saturday, Nov.

News

2Amys awarded spot on Michelin Guide’s cheap eats list

By Arielle Weg | November 14

The pizzeria was one of 19 DC restaurants named on the Bib Gourmand List

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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