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Students consider taking fall semester off as they await American University’s decision

By Sophia Solano and Amelia Reuben · Thursday, June 11, 2020

Some worry about increased risks, others are concerned about challenges online classes could present

TDR staff member dies at 32, after 15 years at American University

By Kelsey Carolan · Tuesday, June 9, 2020

Anthony Johnson remembered as passionate and kind by co-workers and family

American University alumni will join students for virtual Black Lives Matter rally

By Ayelet Sheffey · Tuesday, June 9, 2020

Speakers hope to expand University’s role in addressing racism and providing a safer space for Black students

News

At a virtual service, AU chaplain mourns deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and others

By Ayelet Sheffey | June 9

‘We despair of the violence done by white privilege and racism,’ Oskvig said

Coronavirus

Petition circulating on social media calls for extending academic forgiveness

By Nina Heller | May 30

AU says existing policies won’t change

News

AU College Democrats run scholarship for student coronavirus relief

By Emily Walsh | May 19

Scholarship money was provided by a national Democratic program

News

AU community awaits a fall opening for the Hall of Science

By Grace Newton | May 4

Building remains under construction while students are away

Coronavirus

Despite professors’ best efforts, students struggle with online classes

By Dan Papscun | April 24

Lack of motivation, connection and community makes participation difficult

Coronavirus

AU community shows support for furloughed food service workers

By Kelsey Cartelli | April 22

Many have been left without source of income

News

Henry Louis Gates Jr. is the commencement speaker for class of 2020

By Kelsey Carolan | April 21

May commencement ceremony will be online

News

SG referendum supporting divestment from fossil fuel industry passes

By Kelsey Cartelli and Nina Heller | April 17

Student body shows support for potential future Board of Trustees action

Coronavirus

AUSG takes action in response to coronavirus disruptions

By Kelsey Cartelli | April 16

Under state of exception, SG aims to provide relief to struggling students

News

Jok campaign accuses Eric Brock of campaign violations

By Nina Heller | April 15

Ethical questions, election violations raised in Judicial Board inquiry

News

Meet your 2020-2021 Student Government candidates

By Kelsey Cartelli and Nina Heller | April 14

Voting ends on April 16 at noon

News

Online SG president and comptroller debate interrupted by anonymous harassment

By Dan Papscun and Kelsey Cartelli | April 9

Despite disruption, moderators say the discussion was worthwhile

Coronavirus

AUSG elections shift requirements in the wake of COVID-19

By Nina Heller | April 2

Deadlines extended, in-person interactions moved online

News

Female ambassadors speak at AU about the future of gender equality

By Emily Walsh | March 29

Ambassadors discuss careers and the importance of women in politics

News

Title IX program officer to leave role in April

By Kelsey Carolan | March 28

Regina Curran began her position in May 2017

Coronavirus

Students grapple with loss of housing, finding new living spaces

By Kelsey Carolan | March 26

University and other students are working to make sure students have a place to live

Coronavirus

AU students sign petitions for pass/fail classes in response to the coronavirus outbreak

By Eliza Schloss and Nina Heller | March 23

Hundreds sign online petitions to give students a pass/fail option

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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