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Beyond the Byline, Episode 1: Welcome to The Eagle's Podcast

By Sasha Jones and Evan Margiotta · Friday, Oct. 19, 2018

On this week's inaugural episode of Beyond the Byline, host Evan Margiotta talks with Eagle reporters about their print stories on AU's alcohol culture, changes to Dining Dollar policies and the special relationship between AU's women's basketball coaches. Plus, Evan discusses the University's construction projects with columnist Samantha McAllister.

In Trump era, more students are being drawn to journalism program, student media

By Evan Margiotta · Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018

Attacks on fake news and the media galvanize a new wave of student journalists

ReJEWvenate offers space for Jewish and queer students

By Kelsey Carolan · Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018

Club discusses intersections of faith, identity and life

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AU says it’s already making progress on ‘Inclusive Excellence’

By Anna Donohue | October 16

In interview, administrator says university has been focused on training, improving campus climate

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How AU students and local restaurateurs feel about the overturned Initiative 77

By Will Schick | October 15

D.C. Council repealed initiative that would have raised minimum wage for servers who rely on tips

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AU plays host to “Thinking Trans // Trans Thinking” conference

By Kelsey Carolan | October 15

Conference, co-organized by AU professor, focused on exploring trans philosophy

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Parkland student activists speak out on voting, gun control efforts at AU event

By Julia Gagnon | October 13

Activists on gun control: “This is a public health issue”

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Clubs now able to charge admission to events if they donate all proceeds to charity

By Julia Gagnon | October 11

AU Club Council made the change after students spoke out against new policy

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Search continues for AU’s next provost

By Kelsey Carolan | October 10

Committee has narrowed down candidates to four

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Following eco-friendly trend, Davenport Coffee Lounge goes strawless

By Anna Donohue | October 6

Students returning to campus this fall might have noticed a new offering in the the Davenport Coffee Lounge: strawless lids for iced beverages.

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AU students speak out against Kavanaugh as confirmation process nears close

By Aneeta Mathur-Ashton | October 5

"If confirmed, Kavanaugh sets the precendent that we're not obligated to believe survivors"

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AU students organize support for Texas senate candidate Beto O’Rourke

By Aneeta Mathur-Ashton | October 5

Students size up O’Rourke’s chances against incumbent Ted Cruz

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Student government to hold referendum on student activity fee increase later this month

By Anna Donohue | October 4

Club council, SG support increase from $88.50 to $100 per semester

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SG president adds permanent cabinet positions for diversity, low-income students

By Jessily Crispyn | October 3

Fernández says she also hopes to improve relationship between AU police and student body

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Ahead of midterm elections, AU launches voter registration initiative Eagles Elect

By Asher Weinstein | October 3

Initiative has already reached over 1,000 students

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Student government plans multicultural events for students, trainings for Senate members

By Dan Papscun and Asher Weinstein | October 2

Events are set to get started in October

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Parkland student activists to speak about gun violence at AU this month

By Maria Carrasco | October 1

David Hogg, Jaclyn Corin and Samantha Fuentes to visit on Oct. 9

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Electrical fire near Hughes Hall leads to evacuation of all main campus buildings

By Haley Samsel and Maria Carrasco | September 29

Fire burned for over two hours before being extinguished around 10 a.m.

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American University facing subpoena from accused Russian agent Maria Butina

By Haley Samsel and Brianna Crummy | September 28

Former classmates are fighting Butina's request for class rosters

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Burwell and Corker talk bipartisanship, midterm elections at Sine Institute launch

By Maria Carrasco | September 27

Corker: "Both parties are pretty bankrupt"

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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