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5 tips for making the most of the Involvement Fair

By Jordan-Marie Smith · Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014

A quick guide to getting the most out of AU’s annual gathering of clubs.

M.H. and His Orchestra bring theatrical flair to 9:30 Club

By Trent Burns · Monday, Sept. 1, 2014

The local performance-fueled night drew in dedicated fans to their show on Aug. 30.

Q&A: Max Ernst, The Walking Sticks

By Trent Burns · Thursday, Aug. 28, 2014

In preparation for their biggest show yet, the local dream-pop trio talks about their fall plans and upcoming new material.

Lifestyle

Behind the scenes of the AU Library's elevated online presence

By Ana Srikanth | August 26

Find out how the AU Library’s Twitter account got so big, so fast.

News

Preview: AU's Fall 2014 performing arts season

By Tam Sackman | August 26

“Women on the Verge,” the Seven Deadly Sins and more will be onstage at AU this fall.

Lifestyle

"Hunger Games" trilogy required reading in new fall course

By Jordan-Marie Smith | August 25

This semester, one AU course lists the best-selling series as a learning tool on the syllabus.

News

The M&M Report: “Breaking Bad,” reviewed

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | August 25

Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman discuss the entire run of AMC’s landmark series.

Music

The Eagle’s dream SUB 2014-15 lineup

By The Eagle Editorial Staff | August 24

Our staffers choose the artists they’d like to see performing at this year’s SUB concerts.

Music

Karmin and JoJo kick off Welcome Week in high spirits

By Zach Ewell | August 24

SUB’s first show of the school year went smoothly and delighted the crowd.

Music

Playlist: Karmin and JoJo

By Jane Morice | August 23

Listen to a sampling of the artists’ biggest and best hits before they take the Bender Arena stage tonight.

News

Back in the District: Seven days of fun

By Ana Srikanth | August 17

One more week without classes – what could be better? As tempting as it’ll be to stay in bed and watch Netflix all week, save that activity for when the weather gets colder.

Lifestyle

D.C. 101: A newcomer's guide to the city

By Ana Srikanth | August 17

Just arrived for four years of fun in the nation’s capital? Here are 10 things you need to know before you venture into the city.

Lifestyle

5 reasons D.C. is the coolest city in America

By Jordan-Marie Smith | August 17

D.C. was recently named the coolest city in America by Forbes, beating New York City and Los Angeles.

News

Movie Review: “The Expendables 3”

By Leo Versel | August 14

Antonio Banderas steals the show from the rest of the macho cast.

News

Fall Movie Preview: Drama in space, comedy in Korea and more

By Tam Sackman | August 14

From indies to dramas to a comedy that has North Korea enraged, here are 10 movies worth a watch coming out this fall.

Music

Karmin, JoJo to perform Welcome Week concert in Bender Arena

By Mark Lieberman | August 12

AU Student Union Board is bringing the pop duo and former teen sensation to Bender Arena on Aug. 23.

News

The M&M Report: “Boyhood” and “Orange is the New Black”

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | August 3

Mark Lieberman and Devin Mitchell discuss Richard Linklater’s 12-year cinematic experiment and Netflix’s prison series.

News

Neon Trees end Pop Psychology Tour with a confetti-tinged bang

By Tam Sackman | August 2

The pop-rockers closed out the “Pop Psychology” tour at 9:30 club on July 13.

Music

Virgin Mobile FreeFest canceled, other festivals beckon

By Sydney Gore | August 1

Taste of Georgetown, Adams Morgan Day and other festivals to check out this fall.

CHADWICK BOSEMAN as James Brown in ?Get on Up?. Based on the incredible life story of the Godfather of Soul, the film will give a fearless look inside the music, moves and moods of Brown, taking audiences on the journey from his impoverished childhood to his evolution into one of the most influential figures of the 20th century.

News

Movie Review: "Get On Up"

By Brianna Williams | August 1

Chadwick Boseman shines in the James Brown biopic.

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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