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DC Pride festival and parade builds support for the LGBTQ+ community

By Hannah Langenfeld · Monday, July 3, 2023

Pride celebration was largest ‘to ever take place’ in the District, Capital Pride says

AU Library honors prints by famous Japanese artist of The Great Wave

By Maria Tedesco · Thursday, June 22, 2023

The prints, on display at AU, have a special connection to Japanese history and culture

Members of AU’s art department want more program opportunities for growth and community building

By Marina Zaczkiewicz · Tuesday, May 2, 2023

“Leaning into the community that is so special in AU is something that I wish I had done a lot sooner."

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SOC’s IDEAS Institute uses science fiction technology to complement filmmaking

By Samantha Myers | May 2

“It changes how you think about directing your actors in what they do."

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Organization MuralsDC helps artists paint the city’s history and future

By Clair Sapilewski | April 27

MuralsDC has created nearly 200 murals throughout the District

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AU’s Creative Writing Club builds community through creativity

By Maria Tedesco | March 30

The Creative Writing Club wants all students to find inspiration to be creative

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On A Sensual Note expands policies to be more gender inclusive

By Hannah Langenfeld | March 21

‘We’re not just for male identifying people’

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The Department of Performing Arts’ ‘Bat Boy’ rock musical shocks audience with dark themes and humorous dialogue

By Soumya Sahay | February 28

Audience leaves theater with confusion and hope for a less divided society

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Book talk series with Black writers highlight their knowledge and expertise through memoirs, biographies and historical novels

By Hannah Langenfeld , Marina Zaczkiewicz and Sydney Hsu | February 16

Multiple authors tell the joy, experiences and systemic barriers faced being Black in America today

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How to host the perfect Galentine’s Day in a pinch

By Georgina DiNardo | February 13

Here are some ways to celebrate friendship and make lasting memories, even on short notice

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Hirshhorn Museum presents exhibition and conversation ‘Behaving Boldly’

By Kendall Thompson | January 26

Creating a space for women and nonbinary people in museum settings is necessary, according to DC art gallery directors

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A Day of Action explores the relationship between art and activism

By Marina Zaczkiewicz | January 24

The summit of the National Portrait Gallery’s ‘Our Struggle for Justice’ initiative unites artists and changemakers

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Thank you, places: Love and tragedy in ‘Hadestown’

By Sara Winick | December 6

Anaïs Mitchell’s hit Broadway show blends jazz and musical theater together to create a Greek inspired tragedy

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AU Improv puts on a striking and comedic second show of the semester

By Marina Zaczkiewicz | November 28

Donations were collected by the troupe for Everybody Eats DC

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Ways to Honor Native American Heritage Month around DC

By Samantha Myers | November 21

Events this November that acknowledge the culture, challenges and history of Indigenous people

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'Cabaret' tells a necessary story about antisemitism

By Soumya Sahay | November 18

Department of Performing Arts sells out Katzen with a lively performance

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‘One Life: Maya Lin’ intersects environmentalism and art to expose the intrinsic beauty of nature

By Kylie Bill | November 16

The National Portrait Gallery gives a closer look at the life and influences of Maya Lin, architect of the Vietnam War Memorial

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AU’s cultural dance clubs want to see more support and recognition from the dance program

By Hannah Langenfeld | November 15

Addressing cultural tensions, increasing accessibility and inclusivity is necessary, students say

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Performing arts club AU Players makes a comeback

By Maria Tedesco | November 1

Players returns on campus after the pandemic

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Embassy of the United Arab Emirates shows ‘While the Coffee Grounds Settle’ exhibition to spotlight a diverse group of female artists

By Sachi Carlyn Lozano | October 27

The powerful works of art transcend cultures and generations

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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