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AU professor Doug Hecox performed at a comedy club in Berlin in August.

Adjunct professor facing criticism for tweets joking about school shootings, abortion

By Ayelet Sheffey · Thursday, April 4, 2019

AU says it does "not condone" the tweets posted by communications instructor Doug Hecox

University’s commencement speakers include politician Stacey Abrams, writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

By Evan Margiotta · Wednesday, April 3, 2019

AU’s commencement ceremonies will take place on May 11 and 12

After months-long search, University welcomes new provost

By Ben Foster · Friday, March 29, 2019

Daniel Myers says he is dedicated to improving faculty diversity and research

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Professors lead discussion on images “of concern” found in AU yearbook review

By Sophie Austin | March 28

Experts share historical context of blackface and other photos at sparsely attended event

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Lydia Calitri named The Eagle’s 2019-2020 editor-in-chief

By Haley Samsel | March 28

Calitri is currently the paper’s online managing editor

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Chen, Burgess, Kwon and Zitzmann elected to 2019-2020 Student Government executive board

By Dan Papscun and Asher Weinstein | March 27

Turnout increased by 44.5 percent over last year, with 1,944 students voting

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At Latinx-focused forum, Student Government candidates address funds for multicultural organizations, intersectionality

By Dan Papscun | March 27

Election results will be announced Wednesday night

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Presidential candidates debate affordability, accountability within Student Government

By Dan Papscun and Asher Weinstein | March 26

Angela Chen and Joshua Dantzler took part in debate, town hall Monday night

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University to combine Honors and Scholars programs next fall

By Evan Margiotta | March 26

Students express concern over changes to merit scholarships

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Student Government candidates address diversity, dining and classroom bias at first Black Caucus debate

By Dan Papscun and Asher Weinstein | March 25

Event was hosted by black student organizations, which voted to endorse four candidates

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The HQ2 divide

By Sophie Austin | March 25

How will Amazon's arrival affect AU and change the D.C. region?

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John Kasich talks bipartisanship, potential presidential run at Wonk of the Year event

By Ayelet Sheffey | March 25

Former Ohio governor says his “options are on the table” when it comes to 2020

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Administrators respond to student protests against tuition hikes

By Kelsey Carolan | March 23

“We’re very grateful to the students for their input”

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At AU Dems forum, candidates for Student Government executive board outline priorities

By Dan Papscun | March 22

Tuition increases, SG budget and student views on SG among the topics addressed

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The fight for AU’s financial future

By Ayelet Sheffey | March 22

How administrators and students are tackling tuition increases and college affordability

Features

After 47-year career, alumna named first female president of CBS News

By Kelsey Carolan | March 21

Award-winning journalist Susan Zirinsky discusses achievements, future of news

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Value of AU ‘tradition’ questioned as Founders Day Ball budget grows

By Dan Papscun and Asher Weinstein | March 19

Student Government is footing the bill for expanded student expectations, leaders say

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John Kasich named 2019 Wonk of the Year

By Maria Carrasco | March 8

AU will play host to the former Republican governor and presidential candidate later this month

Features

Center for Media and Social Impact hosts two-day conference focused on civic media

By Kelsey Carolan | March 6

Over 20 speakers gathered at AU to discuss storytelling’s impact on social justice

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Walk signs added to Ward Circle to improve pedestrian safety

By Maria Carrasco | March 5

After community meetings in 2016 and 2017, D.C. transportation department decided to install signs

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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