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Ruth Bader Ginsburg delivers keynote at unveiling of new Washington College of Law

By David Lim · Monday, Feb. 15, 2016

The Supreme Court Justice was one of several speakers at the official opening of the school’s new Tenley campus

Sip ‘n’ Swoon: V-Day movie and cocktail pairings

By Shelby Morgan · Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016

With temperatures plunging to record-breaking lows and chocolate candies filling every shelf, The Scene has put together some deliciously festive movie and cocktail pairings to make the most out of the day of love.

Photos Courtesy of Larry French/Princeton Athletics (left) and AU Athletics (right);

Making a head coach

By Jennifer Reyes · Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016

AU Men’s basketball head coach’s road to success was paved with hard work

AU freshman heavyweight Jake Scanlan wrestles against Navy sophomore Nick Mabry in a dual meet on Jan. 16

Sports

Wrestling loses tight 24-16 contest to Bucknell

By Vincent Salandro | February 14

Senior Mitchell Wightman earns major decision, but Bucknell seals the win with a major decision in the heavyweight division

Lifestyle

A college student’s gift guide for Valentine’s Day

By Emily Martin | February 13

Here are a few suggestions for AU students struggling to find a meaningful, yet affordable gift for their significant other!

Lifestyle

Valentine's Day in the District

By Kara David | February 13

If you’re looking for something to do on Valentine’s Day, The Scene has got you covered.

Music

The Scene’s Valentine’s Day playlist

By Alix Mammina | February 13

Celebrate February 14th with a new playlist from The Scene

Sports

Rough Waters

By Cuneyt Dil | February 13

For months, the AU club sailing team has boasted all the bells and whistles one would expect from a sports club: custom sweatshirts, stickers with their logo, and even a flag.

News

East Campus: ready in time?

By Courtney Rozen | February 12

Construction delays could lead to student housing headaches

Sports

Women’s basketball storms past Terriers 79-33 on Play4Kay night

By Shannon Scovel | February 11

Senior Ari Booth scores a career-high 22 points to lead AU to its sixth conference win during the Bender Pink-Out.

News

Bill Nye talks climate change, space exploration at KPU event

By Jillian O'Donohoe | February 10

The science guy warned that climate change will be the greatest problem facing this generation

News

Sabrina Schaeffer brings conservative feminism to AU

By Haley Samsel | February 10

Schaeffer spoke to students as part of an event co-hosted by the Network of enlightened Women and Kennedy Political Union

News

“Big Love” to bring mayhem and laughter to Greenberg Theatre

By Emily Martin | February 8

Charles L. Mee’s “Big Love” will premiere the second weekend of February.

Sports

Men’s basketball fizzles against Lehigh, losing 72-49

By Jennifer Reyes | February 8

The Eagles sluggish performances snap their five game win streak.

Sports

Women’s basketball falls to Lehigh 61-52

By Leo Versel | February 7

In a close contest, Lehigh pushes past the Eagles with sharp shooting from beyond the arc

Lifestyle

Weekend Scene: Feb. 5-7

By Arielle Weg | February 5

Watch the Super Bowl in the city with great food, cheap drinks and good friends.

News

AU renews contract with composting facility

By Riddhi Sarkar | February 4

After more than a year of sending its compostable waste to landfills, AU will begin composting again this April after renewing its contract with the Prince’s George’s County composting facility in Maryland. The facility suspended its contract with the University in November 2014 after receiving contaminated waste.

News

AU bookstore adopts textbook price match policy

By Casey Wexler | February 4

Students can get a discounted price for their books, but it isn’t an easy process

Sports

Breaking down AU’s Turnaround

By Austin Sternlicht | February 3

Basketball analyst Austin Sternlicht explains the factors behind AU’s four-game hot streak

News

Karl Rove to speak at AU

By Jillian O'Donohoe | February 1

The former White House senior advisor will address students on Feb. 16

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