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Op-Ed: Who's driving you?

By Camila Velloso · Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Students need to be aware of how Uber operates.

Op-Ed: Andrew Popper is the students' choice for WCL dean

By Allan Poteshman · Monday, Feb. 22, 2016

Life often boils down to two things: connections and compassion. I am not talking about Washington-style connections, I am talking about the intangibles that are developed only by exuding compassion from your core.

In pursuit of a more inclusive university

By Neil Kerwin · Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015

President Neil Kerwin addresses recently expressed concerns about campus climate and racism.

Guest Columns

Op-Ed: Refugee crisis demands U.S. action

By Jackson W. Pincus | October 27

We shouldn’t stand by during this humanitarian catastrophe, argues Jackson Pincus.

Guest Columns

Op-Ed: Much of AU inaccessible for disabled wonks

By Jennifer Bohlman | October 27

Students with disabilities are suffering due to inaccessible older buildings on campus.

Guest Columns

Op-ed: Inequality is driving the obesity epidemic

By Noah Levy | September 25

Freshman Noah Levy spoke to AU Professor Katya Salmi about the relationship between poverty and health.

Official portrait, former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright

Guest Columns

Op-ed: Protest Madeleine Albright’s October visit to AU

By Bill Kakenmaster | September 24

SIS junior Bill Kakenmaster argues students should scrutinize Madeleine Albright’s record as closely as did Dick Cheney’s.

Guest Columns

Op-ed: Is Welcome Week worth it?

By Omou Barry | September 2

Programs for incoming students are too expensive, freshman Omou Barry writes.

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Op-Ed: Student body deserves more honest SG elections

By Abby Dunn | March 27

Abby Dunn on why Sasha Gilthorpe should be the next SG President.

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Op-Ed: It’s time for the University to stand up to EI

By Aaron Marks , Faith Ferber and Naomi Zeigler | March 20

The Students Against Sexual Violence comment on the reemergence of EI members on campus.

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Op-Ed: Kerwin and Trustees, We’re Drowning in Debt

By Bryan Paz | February 18

We are told a college education is key to a successful future, yet earning a degree leaves us drowning in debt.

Guest Columns

Op-Ed: AU Trustee Linked to Racial and Economic Inequality in D.C.

By Katie Kirchner | February 10

Those running American University should be making decisions that benefit students, the D.C. community and the academic institution--not personal interests

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Op-Ed: On Fossil Fuels, Trustees Can’t Be Trusted

By Audrey Irvine-Broque and David Shadburn | January 28

The Fossil Free AU coalition intends to expose the institutions that maintain the power and influence of the fossil fuel industry, even on our own campus.

Guest Columns

Column: No, Let’s Not Cut PBS Funding

By Chase Cabot | January 28

Despite what the increasingly dogmatic right believes, the answer to every social problem is not to privatize everything.

Opinion

It's time to cut PBS funding

By Zachary Andrews | January 20

School of Public Affairs junior Zachary Andrews argues that PBS should cut funding and add commercials.

Photo: A student demonstrates at "The Darkening," an Dec. 3 movement in solidarity with the national "Black Lives Matter" movement.

Guest Columns

Op-Ed: Despite advertising, not all AU students care about racial equality on campus

By Sydney Gore | December 4

"As a young, black woman, this outcome reminded me that we still do not live in a post-racial society."

Opinion

The Fossil Free AU Story: Looking Back and Pushing Forward

By Rebecca Wolf | November 12

Almost exactly two years ago, huddled in an Anderson Dormitory, a few students created what is now one of the largest campaigns at AU.

Opinion

It Shouldn’t Take a Suicide

By Kelly Davis | November 12

Until we demand mental health services, AU will not change its policies.

Opinion

Op/Ed: Israel groups at AU are stronger than ever

By Shelly Dekalo | November 5

AU Students for Israel find Israeli events a great way to open discussion.

Opinion

Op/Ed: To those who attended Israel gala

By AU SJP | November 5

“While students celebrate Israel, we mourn.”

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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