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The headlines you should know going into the 2018-19 school year

By Anna Donohue · Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018

Get yourself up to date on last year’s news ahead of the fall semester

Student activists break down how to adjust to AU’s politically active campus

By Anna Donohue · Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2018

Whether you’re a seasoned protester or a newcomer, activists say there’s a place for you

Get to know the history behind some of AU’s most prominent buildings

By Brianna Crummy · Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018

Founders, donors recognized in naming of different schools, residence halls

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What you need to know about AU’s new mandatory general education program

By Kelsey Carolan | August 20

The new curriculum and first year experience class are making their official debut this fall

Anderson Hall - Centennial Hall - Summer

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Resident assistants share their advice on how to manage dorm life

By Ayelet Sheffey | August 19

Going from living in the privacy of a family home to living in a freshman residence hall with one or two roommates can be a rocky transition.

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American University ranks No. 1 for most politically active students

By Maria Carrasco | August 13

AU also ranked in most active student government, among other categories

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How Tamir Harper is already making his mark on the public education system

By Sophie Austin | August 10

The incoming AU freshman founded a nonprofit focused on improving urban education

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AU grad, inspired by grandfather, combines passions for research and patient care

By Emily Lytle | August 1

Noy Kaufman is on her way to becoming a physician scientist

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Metro permanently approves U-Pass program at AU

By Haley Samsel | July 31

New and returning students must pick up new U-Pass card this semester

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Student government hopes to improve internal diversity after inaugural survey

By Ayelet Sheffey | July 30

Survey shows growth in racial diversity but lack of participation from LGBT, international students

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AU graduate student living off-campus tests positive for tuberculosis

By Maria Carrasco | July 27

DC health department has notified people who came into contact with student

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‘We could have died’: After campus lockdown, students speak out on AU alert system

By Haley Samsel , Maria Carrasco and Brianna Crummy | July 26

247 students said they did not receive police alerts about “armed intruder” last week

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After final tenure denial, SOC professor files complaint with D.C. human rights office

By Julia Gagnon | July 24

Carolyn Brown has led a nearly year-long fight against her tenure denial

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Attending AU was Maria Butina’s ‘cover’ while working for Russian official, prosecutors say

By Haley Samsel | July 19

Court filings: Butina used student visa as way to remain in U.S. and act as Russian agent

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Armed intruder reported near American University campus

By Haley Samsel and Maria Carrasco | July 18

Lockdown ended after three hours

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Recent AU graduate charged with acting as Russian agent in U.S.

By Haley Samsel | July 16

Maria Butina, a gun rights activist and Russian citizen, graduated in May

Map highlighting original affected areas of the water advisory created by D.C. Water and Sewer Authority.

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Water advisory lifted from AU campus

By Maria Carrasco | July 13

The D.C. Water and Sewer Authority advised D.C. residents to boil their tap water for drinking and cooking as a precaution in certain D.C. areas.

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How would AU react in an active shooter situation? AU police outline protocol

By Sophie Austin | June 25

AUPD began introducing students to active shooter protocol in 2016

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Wellness Center rebranding to Health Promotion and Advocacy Center

By Ayelet Sheffey | June 24

Name change intended to clarify services the center offer

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Senior vice provost Mary Clark appointed interim provost

By Brianna Crummy | May 26

Clark will take over in July following departure of Scott Bass

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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