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Kerwin signs letters committing to protect undocumented students

By KATHERINE SALTZMAN/ THE EAGLE · Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016

President Kerwin has signed onto three statements circulating among university leaders across the country, committing to protecting undocumented students under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and urging President-elect Trump to take a more forceful stance against hate, harassment and violence.

AU Safewalk helps students get home safely by walking with others

By Anna Donohue · Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016

Facebook group offers strength in numbers to students

Kogod cancels 2017 case competition

By Emily Martin · Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016

KSB encourages students to participate in other programs instead

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Dunkin' Donuts to open Tenleytown location

By Emaan Khan | December 6

*Correction appendedDunkin’ Donuts is set to open a new location in the space formerly occupied by Bloo Moo Yogurt in Tenleytown in early 2017. Construction at the location has begun and will continue leading up to the opening, according to Leigh Catherine Miles, the executive director of Tenleytown ...

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AU alumna shares her path to success on Capitol Hill

By Riddhi Sarkar | December 5

Throughout her time at AU, Stephanie Rivera, currently an executive assistant for the Republican political consulting firm OnMessage Inc., made it a point to always stay open-minded to different kinds of internships, from working on Capitol Hill to traveling the city covering political news with the television network Univision.

Senior Moira Nolan addresses a group of students outside the Mary Graydon Center on Wednesday.

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AU trustee’s meeting with Trump sparks calls for resignation

By Haley Samsel | December 4

Gary Cohn’s meeting with the president-elect prompted Wednesday protest

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AU alumna wins North American Writing Competition

By Anna Donohue | November 30

Marija Stajic’s short story earns her a spot on the winner’s list

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Students host campus walkout to protest Trump presidency

By Alix Mammina | November 29

Protesters spoke out about feelings of fear and discrimination

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Racist messages found on doors in Anderson and Letts Halls

By Courtney Rozen | November 21

HDP, Public Safety are conducting investigations of the incident

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Campus organizations help students cope with tough semester

By Emily Martin and Emaan Khan | November 21

For the last few months, AU students have attended vigils and protests in response to tragedies and tensions on campus.

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AU employee placed on administrative leave for actions at anti-Trump protest

By Haley Samsel | November 18

Scott O’Beirne told staff he will likely lose his position after altercation with student

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Kerwin condemns flag burning on campus

By Katherine Saltzman | November 17

The University president released a statement calling last Wednesday’s protest “troubling”

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2Amys awarded spot on Michelin Guide’s cheap eats list

By Arielle Weg | November 14

The pizzeria was one of 19 DC restaurants named on the Bib Gourmand List

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Remembering Z’ane Davis-Smith

By Katherine Saltzman | November 12

Friends, faculty reflect on Z’ane’s time at AU and the talents she shared with others

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Hundreds counter-protest Westboro Baptist Church

By Nora Turner | November 11

Students, staff show support for transgender rights

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Swastika drawing found in Ward Circle Building

By Kate Magill | November 11

The symbol with the words “Go Trump” found drawn on classroom wall

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AU’s political experts reflect on 2016 election

By Ellie Hartleb | November 11

Professors give their takes on what happened and what’s to come

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University responds to potential Westboro Baptist Church protest on campus

By Anna Donohue | November 10

Campus groups prepare for possible arrival of controversial group on Friday

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Students burn flags in protest against Trump presidency

By Jillian O'Donohoe and Ivy Kaplan | November 9

Hundreds of students gathered in front of the Mary Graydon Center on Wednesday afternoon to protest the presidential election of Donald Trump.

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AU professor explains how he correctly predicted election outcome

By Ellie Hartleb | November 9

Allan Lichtman says Americans need to be “weaned” off of polling

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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