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My Day at an ROTC Lab

By Katerina Pappas · Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2015

Some students find it difficult to juggle schoolwork, a social life and sleep. Thirty-three AU students also add a commitment to the U.S.

AU volleyball players watch carefully as the NCAA tournament seeds are announced.

AU volleyball to play Kentucky in NCAA Tournament

By Shannon Scovel · Monday, Nov. 30, 2015

The Eagles will play the Wildcats at 4:30 p.m. on Friday at Ohio State University.

Kay center celebrated at 50th anniversary celebration

By Katherine Saltzman · Monday, Nov. 30, 2015

The center was the creation of Jewish businessman Abraham Kay and former AU president and Methodist Hurst Anderson.

Features

Univision’s Maria Salinas talks immigration, upcoming election at SOC event

By Nadia Palacios | November 30

Salinas talked to a full room about the voice of Latino youth and her life in news.

Photo Credit: Rosie Black/Photo Collective Head coach Megan Gebbia discusses game strategy with her team during a game last season. The Eagles will look to defend their conference title this year.

Sports

Women’s basketball extends winless streak to six against Wake Forest

By Gabe Bichinho | November 30

Fourth quarter comeback efforts by Michelle Holmes not enough in 71-70 loss.

Lifestyle

Weekend Scene: Thanksgiving D.C. “staycation” guide

By Shelby Morgan | November 25

The Eagle brings you a comprehensive guide for the best Thanksgiving “staycation.”

Students hold up signs at a town hall with President Neil Kerwin and other top University officials in late November.

News

Workers’ rights, race at forefront of town hall

By Courtney Rozen | November 23

The opportunity to question the Board of Trustees became an important event for advocates on both issues.

Amanda Gould hopes the new program will help continue to spread the word about consent. Gould serves as the SG executive director of sexual assault awareness and prevention.

News

SG and PEERS to develop sexual assault prevention training for Greeks

By Theresa Maher | November 23

Four chapters have already started the trainings in a pilot program, and adjustments will be made before they become available to all Greek organizations.

Sports

Coach spotlight: Nick Stames

By Jennifer Reyes | November 23

An inside look at assistant coach Nick Stames' career and influence at AU after 20 years.

Sports

Women’s basketball remains winless with loss against Elon

By Liam Bond | November 23

Despite strong production from Harris, the Eagles drop to an 0-4 record after a third quarter surge from the Elon Phoenix.

Sports

Volleyball wins 13th Patriot League title

By Jennifer Reyes | November 22

With wins over the Army and Colgate this weekend the Eagles finish the Patriot League competition with a perfect record.

News

SG Jobs Board taken down

By Courtney Rozen | November 19

SG removed the resource after concerns over recent scams on the site.

Sports

Men’s basketball drops home opener to Hampton 61-48

By Matt Holt | November 18

Hampton’s surge early in the second half hands the Eagles their second loss of the season.

News

University to trade 8:55 a.m. start time for 8:10 a.m.

By Ellie Hartleb | November 16

The new class times will go into effect for the 2016-2017 school year.

News

The South Asian Student Association brings Diwali celebration to AU

By Jillian O'Donohoe | November 16

Students celebrated the Hindu tradition with music, dancing and chalk art.

News

Man stabbed outside Tenleytown-AU Metro station

By Katherine Saltzman | November 13

The incident happened around 3:30 p.m. and the man was breathing as he was sent to the hospital, police said.

Lifestyle

Weekend Scene: November 13-15

By Arielle Weg | November 13

With the winter slowly settling in, The District offers a variety of cozy activities for those looking for fun indoor events.

News

Islamophobic posters found on campus made Muslim students feel unsafe

By Elli Bloomberg | November 11

The posters are associated with an organization called the David Horowitz Freedom Center, and the University hasn’t identified who put them up.

News

New report shows gaps between job description and duties for housing workers

By Courtney Rozen | November 10

RAs and other student workers in Housing and Dining Programs are often subject to far more work than their contracts spell out, SG report says.

Photo Credit: Danielle Bourn JR JR performs at the 9:30 club.

Music

JR JR rocks 9:30 Club

By Danielle Bourn | November 10

The band played fan favorites and a few covers, prompting the audience to sing along.

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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