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Inside AU's 2024 Orientation Program
Inside AU’s 2024 Orientation Program
First-years and orientation leaders reflect on issues with new four-day orientation format.
Sydnee Patak and Layla Younis December 4, 2024
$16,182: AU's Wage Gap
$16,182: AU’s Wage Gap
New data sheds light on pay disparities at American University.
Benjamin Austin, Staff Editor • December 3, 2024
Arming AUPD in the Crosshairs
Arming AUPD in the Crosshairs
As American University considers arming its campus police, community members and experts weigh in on safety and budget concerns.
Will Sytsma, Staff Editor • November 22, 2024
Finding the jungle in the urban jungle
Finding the jungle in the urban jungle
Despite obstacles to access, students explore outdoor life in the district
Stevie Rosenfeld, Staff Writer • December 20, 2024
Community Profile: Julia Ford
Community Profile: Julia Ford
Finding community through coffee.
Stella Camerlengo, Staff Editor • December 13, 2024
AU alumna and journalist Tara Palmeri speaks at the School of Communication
AU alumna and journalist Tara Palmeri speaks at the School of Communication
Palmeri reflected on her career and the importance of maintaining authenticity in an age of disinformation.
Stella Camerlengo, Staff Editor • December 12, 2024
A new place for AI at AU
A new place for AI at AU
AU has a new fund for generative AI research, but students and faculty say information on the new AI fund has been scarce.
Ben Ackman, Multimedia Producer • December 6, 2024
"A hidden gem"
“A hidden gem”
The Child Development Center served the AU community for decades. What happens now that it’s gone?
Kyle Galvin, Staff Writer • December 4, 2024
Remembering American Airlines Flight 5342
Remembering American Airlines Flight 5342
Memorials across Washington honor victims of Jan. 29 plane crash.
Natalie Monga and Beverly Freidenrich February 14, 2025
Protestors reject DOGE and Elon Musk
Protestors reject DOGE and Elon Musk
Prominent lawmakers and activists led an anti-Musk demonstration outside the U.S. Treasury Department.
Ben Ackman, Benjamin Austin, and Daisy Bateman February 10, 2025
Thousands rally at the Lincoln Memorial days before Trump’s inauguration
Thousands rally at the Lincoln Memorial days before Trump’s inauguration
Protestors from around the country gathered in Washington to voice their concerns for the new presidency at the People’s March.
Benjamin Austin, Conny Galvez, and Natalie Monga February 7, 2025
Global Federation of Chinese Businesswomen in Baltimore members holding their banner to start the parade.
Lunar New Year Parade takes over Chinatown
Families from the Washington area gathered to celebrate community, culture and history.
Daisy Bateman and Jacob Saucier February 4, 2025
A photographer frames a shot of the Capitol as Proud Boys look on.
In downtown Washington, President Trump’s supporters celebrate, shiver and gloat
Thousands endured long lines and frigid temperatures celebrating Trump’s second inauguration.
Ben Ackman and Benjamin Austin January 22, 2025
Global Federation of Chinese Businesswomen in Baltimore members holding their banner to start the parade.
Lunar New Year Parade takes over Chinatown
Families from the Washington area gathered to celebrate community, culture and history.
Daisy Bateman and Jacob Saucier February 4, 2025
What's behind a name?
What’s behind a name?
The fight for redesignation of Arlington House, Robert E. Lee Memorial.
Grace Hagerman and Marisa Álvarez December 5, 2024
Walking in history
Walking in history
Celebrating the niche histories of Washington communities.
Emma Pierce and Michelle Miramontes December 5, 2024
HFStival rocks Washington again
HFStival rocks Washington again
The iconic alternative music festival returns after a 13-year hiatus.
Kate Kessler, Staff Editor • October 9, 2024
Art All Night takes over Dupont
Art All Night takes over Dupont
Dupont’s Art All Night showcased live performances, exhibits, and local artists at venues across the neighborhood.
Emma Pierce, Staff Editor • October 9, 2024
Protestors reject DOGE and Elon Musk
Protestors reject DOGE and Elon Musk
Prominent lawmakers and activists led an anti-Musk demonstration outside the U.S. Treasury Department.
Ben Ackman, Benjamin Austin, and Daisy Bateman February 10, 2025
Thousands rally at the Lincoln Memorial days before Trump’s inauguration
Thousands rally at the Lincoln Memorial days before Trump’s inauguration
Protestors from around the country gathered in Washington to voice their concerns for the new presidency at the People’s March.
Benjamin Austin, Conny Galvez, and Natalie Monga February 7, 2025
A photographer frames a shot of the Capitol as Proud Boys look on.
In downtown Washington, President Trump’s supporters celebrate, shiver and gloat
Thousands endured long lines and frigid temperatures celebrating Trump’s second inauguration.
Ben Ackman and Benjamin Austin January 22, 2025
In the shadow of the presidential election, Women’s Marchers seek hope from one another
In the shadow of the presidential election, Women’s Marchers seek hope from one another
The future of reproductive rights is murky. Still, activists are finding determination in solidarity.
Will Sytsma and Ben Ackman January 15, 2025
On the ballot
On the ballot
Ballot Initiative 83 seeks to implement ranked choice voting and semi-closed primaries in Washington.
Ava Ramsdale, Staff Editor • December 3, 2024
Missing medications
Missing medications
Shortages, pharmacies and Student Health Center limit ADHD prescriptions
Catherine Brennan, Staff Writer • April 17, 2024
On medical leave
On medical leave
Absence requests impact college life for those facing health issues
Lily Tierney, Staff Writer • April 17, 2024
AU amid a pandemic
AU amid a pandemic
COVID continues to have an impact on the student experience, safety and academics
Tom Langford and Jack Lunder January 29, 2024
"Post pandemic" postponed
“Post pandemic” postponed
Immunocompromised students say the COVID-19 pandemic is still a concern
Alexia Partouche, Editor in Chief • July 20, 2023
Seeking therapy at AU
Seeking therapy at AU
AU transitions services as more students are struggling with mental health
Grace Hagerman, Editor in Chief • July 20, 2023