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Senate denies SG secretary nomination

By Maria Carrasco · Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016

SG Senate voted majority to reject Black, new nominee confirmation next week.

Police give all clear this afternoon after reports of hand grenade in Fort Reno park

By Alix Mammina · Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2016

911 call reported a hand grenade near Wilson High School

Firing of Aramark worker sparks social media uproar

By Theresa Maher and Ivy Kaplan · Monday, Sept. 5, 2016

Ana Ebanks claims she was fired because she missed 40 minutes of work

Junior forward Kaylee Hillard's clearance attempt is contested by Tennessee freshman Maya Neal during the Eagles 3-0 loss to the Volunteers Sunday at Reeves Field

Sports

AU women’s soccer loses sixth consecutive game

By Shannon Scovel | September 5

The Eagles fell 3-0 to the overwhelming force of the University of Tennessee

Music

Crown the Empire’s “Retrograde” hits big with hardcore fans

By Michael Blickstein | September 1

“Retrograde” by Dallas native Crown the Empire does well with fans but still doesn’t have what it takes to grow and expand

News

Q and A: AU Panhellenic Council President Jenna Shaw

By Isabella Le bon | September 1

Shaw aims to make Greek community more diverse, intersectional and inclusive

News

University updates students on Title IX initiatives

By Courtney Rozen | August 31

AU makes new strides in sexual assault prevention, but some say school still has long way to go

Senator Susan Collins will speak at AU on Sept. 8.

News

Senator Susan Collins to speak at first KPU event of the year

By Jillian O'Donohoe | August 30

The most senior woman Republican senator will speak on Sept. 8

News

Hasan Minhaj to speak at AU September 14

By Arielle Weg | August 29

The Daily Show correspondent will be the first joint KPU and SUB event of the year

News

University budget process set to begin this month

By Courtney Rozen and Ivy Kaplan | August 29

It’s a budget year at AU-- what does that mean?

Charli XCX during Saturday's SUB Welcome Week concert.

Music

Concert Review: Charli XCX performs in Bender Arena

By Taameen Mohammad | August 28

The singer headlined SUB’s annual Welcome Week concert

Sports

Fall sports preview: What to watch out for this semester

By Shannon Scovel | August 25

Check out what’s in store for this season’s Eagles

News

AU ends four season partnership with Nationals

By Katherine Saltzman | August 25

University did not renew contract in an effort to reduce spending

View of the National Air and Space Museum from the steps of the National Gallery of Art.

Lifestyle

The Scene’s guide to the best museums in the District

By Emily Martin | August 25

DC newcomers can get a start on exploring the city and all it has to offer by visiting its top museums

Opinion

A year about principles: ensuring equity for all of our students

By Devontae Torriente | August 25

SG President Devontae Torriente shares his goals for the year

News

Nightlife safety zones created due to Metro closures

By DeLancey Lane | August 24

MPD to provide safe areas for D.C. residents finding alternative transportation during SafeTrack

Lupe Fiasco plays for a crowd of AU students in Bender Arena on Aug. 24, 2013, a Welcome Week concert hosted by the Student Union Board.

Music

The Scene’s Welcome Week 2016 playlist

By Jack Stringer | August 23

Welcome freshmen, to your very own week!

Construction continues on East Campus as students slated to live in the new dorm buildings now move into temporary contingency housing elsewhere on campus.

News

HDP implements contingency plan for delayed East Campus

By Taylor Daly | August 22

Construction of the new dorms has been delayed by three months due to weather

Features

How to land the perfect federal work-study job this fall

By Nora Turner | August 22

These five tips and tricks will help students prepare for work-study

Students can visit the Indonesian Embassy on Embassy Row.

Lifestyle

The Scene’s guide to this fall’s embassy events

By Alix Mammina | August 20

Your guide to exploring the international side of DC

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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