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Friendship Heights commercial district struggling to stay afloat

By Grace Newton · Friday, Nov. 13, 2020

Area used to be a hub for AU student life

Women of color leave Greek life after a series of racism allegations

By Fariha Rahman · Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020

Five women of color tell their stories

Updates to AU campus plan raise concerns among student body and neighboring residents

By Skye Witley · Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020

University proposes renovations to Jacobs Field and MGC

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In major shift, AU begins adoption of holistic teaching evaluation system

By Dan Papscun | November 11

While the data-driven Student Evaluations of Teaching will continue, they will be one component of a larger portfolio review

Coronavirus

With spring semester looming, students struggle to search for housing

By Rebeka Rafi | November 11

Many feel pressured to find housing in D.C. despite lack of preparation

Kenneth Clarke was a freshman in the School of International Service, pictured here.

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University says SIS professor who sued for age discrimination was terminated for misconduct

By Abbie Veitch | November 10

Lawyers for AU and professor agree to protective order

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AU’s Center for Advocacy and Student Equity announces changes to their policy

By Sarah Mattalian | November 10

During a time of difficulty and confusion among students, CASE has adapted to new online circumstances

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On Election Day, AU community worked at the polls and on campaigns

By Nina Heller | November 9

“I feel like I'm doing a small part of supporting everyone's right to vote and making sure that everyone's voice is heard,” staffer says

Features

White House Historical Association, Antiracist Research and Policy Center launch fellowship

By Kate Corliss | November 9

Historical Association explores the history and legacy of slavery in D.C.

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American University community reacts to news of Biden’s victory

By The Eagle News Staff | November 7

“AU students have their work cut out for them.”

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AU community reflects on White House’s coronavirus outbreak

By Grace Newton | November 6

“This was a disaster waiting to happen from the beginning,” professor says

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At KPU event, Andrew Yang discusses ‘universal basic income,’ while the election takes a backseat

By Nina Heller | November 6

Kogod School of Business, Asian American Student Union and AU College Democrats cosponsored the event

Features

American University students find passion and purpose through working on campaigns

By Sarah Mattalian | November 6

Working for candidates while still being a student has been a fulfilling experience

News

Pulitzer-prize winning journalist Bob Woodward to speak at Nov. 12 virtual event

By Dan Papscun | November 5

Moderated by SOC professor Leonard Steinhorn, event will cover the evolution of investigative journalism

Coronavirus

AU students face obstacles trying to view COVID-19 testing results

By Rebeka Rafi | November 5

Some say they’ve received errors on the testing app

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Research resumes for students and faculty at the new Hall of Science

By Giovanna Aguilar Chee | November 4

The building houses the biology, chemistry, environmental science and neuroscience departments

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Whether you vote in your home state or in D.C., issues on the ballot impact American University students and our community

By Nina Heller | November 3

Nearly 283,000 people voted early in D.C., which is 90 percent of the entire turnout in the 2016 election

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The Eagle Election Night Live Blog

By The Eagle Staff | November 3

Live state updates and professor, student and organization reactions to be posted all night

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Nearly 60 AU faculty and staff members sign letter supporting students protesting after election

By Dan Papscun | November 3

Signatories call on others to join them, will adjust course expectations if necessary

Features

AU students go viral on TikTok as ban threat looms

By Eliza Schloss | November 3

Creators and users worried about future of the app

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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