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Comptroller Max Rubin announces resignation from position in statement to SG body

By Ben Johansen · Monday, May 24, 2021

Rubin’s resignation comes only five weeks after he took over the role, leaving the position unfilled until a successor is appointed

2021 graduates’ payment information compromised after Herff Jones cyberattack

By Jordan Young · Monday, May 17, 2021

Graduates used Herff Jones to buy caps, gowns and other graduation items

University announces “Change Can’t Wait” campaign with $500 million goal

By Clare Mulroy and Kate Corliss · Wednesday, May 12, 2021

AU has raised 54 percent of goal, now calls on community to “sustain” momentum

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Here’s what the proposed AU Police Department Oversight Board might look like

By Dan Papscun and Sophia Solano | May 12

Outgoing SG President Eric Brock's plan is currently under consideration by the University

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Sister Circle's "C.U.R.L.S." talk dives into colorism and texturism

By Mina Allen | May 11

Author Donna Oriowo discusses the connection between anti-Blackness and white supremacy and how they affect relationships

Coronavirus

Despite under-testing students, AU wraps up spring semester with low COVID-19 count

By Skye Witley | May 10

How the University expanded in-person operations in the middle of a pandemic

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University renews U-Pass program for the fall 2021 semester

By Clare Mulroy and Kate Corliss | May 3

Following a year without the U-Pass, AU will resume pre-pandemic operations

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AU community shares concerns and relief over guilty verdict in Derek Chauvin trial

By Ben Johansen and Kate Corliss | April 26

Police officer who killed George Floyd in May 2020 convicted of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter

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Interfraternity Council releases long-term reform plan following sexual misconduct and racism allegations

By Mina Allen | April 23

New policies include mandatory training sessions and meetings with campus stakeholders following criticisms from students

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The Asian Studies faculty prepares for the launch of a restructured Asia, Pacific, and Diaspora Studies program

By Daniella Ignacio | April 23

Professors reflect on the more diasporic program, student efforts and its beginnings

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AU Asian student coalition reflects on efforts for a more inclusive Asian Studies program as it transforms into Asia, Pacific and Diaspora Studies

By Daniella Ignacio | April 22

As Critical Race, Gender & Sexuality Studies expanded into a department, students pushed for change

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Former Obama official Todd Park announced as commencement speaker for virtual May ceremony

By Clare Mulroy | April 21

Park’s online address will accompany the first in-person commencement processions since the pandemic began

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AU’s Tutoring Corps provides new Federal Work-Study opportunity

By Nina Heller | April 21

New Federal Work-Study opportunity connects AU students to faculty members’ children

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Korean Student Association holds ‘KSAcon’ to discuss anti-Asian violence and fostering community

By Spencer Nusbaum | April 20

Event brings in students from almost 20 schools as well as guest speakers

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AU’s pass/fail policy decision-making process raises concerns among student groups

By Kate Corliss | April 20

Students call for more transparency, better communication from administration following the announcement of their spring 2021 pass/fail policy

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Entire Class of 2025 falsely admitted to the AU Honors Program

By Rebeka Rafi | April 19

AU Undergraduate Admissions apologizes for sending all newly admitted students Honors Program acceptances

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University announces new brand campaign “Challenge Accepted” to replace “WONK”

By Kate Corliss | April 19

New campaign will highlight University community members’ roles in global problem-solving, reshaping higher education

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Black Votes Matter Fund co-founder LaTosha Brown speaks with The Blackprint

By Fariha Rahman | April 15

In the second event for their Women of Color Trailblazers series, The Blackprint hosted a panel discussion with esteemed voting rights activist

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Author Chanel Miller discusses her experiences of healing through art

By Fariha Rahman | April 15

AASU, PHA, WI, and KPU host New York Times bestselling author Chanel Miller

Coronavirus

BREAKING: University to require students with on-campus presence to be vaccinated

By Nina Heller | April 14

Requirement includes full-time, part-time, graduate and undergraduate students

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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