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The Gaza Solidarity Sukkah by the hours

The structure, erected by student demonstrators, stood for fewer than four hours before being dismantled.

Ben Ackman and Will Sytsma • October 30, 2024

At 9 a.m. on Oct. 23, a small cadre of activists stood over a pile of white PVC pipes and cellophane snack bags by Woods Gate next to Hurst Hall. By 9:15, they had raised a skeletal frame supported by...

Rooted in faith

Religious students center community when approaching campus life and global issues

Marisa Álvarez and Will Sytsma • April 18, 2024

Taha Vahanvaty was born into his Muslim faith. A sophomore at American University, Vahanvaty said his friends joke that he is “mega Muslim” because of how he talks about his faith. For Vahanvaty,...

Holi festival colors Dupont to celebrate spring

Festival of colors included colored powder, performances and music

Natalie Monga, Multimedia Producer • April 1, 2024

The Ven at Embassy Row hosted multiple Holi festivities for D.C. residents March 24 in Dupont Circle. Holi is a Hindu holiday that celebrates the arrival of spring. Attendees of the event watched...

Mardi Gras comes to The Wharf

Revelers celebrate last day of Carnival near the Potomac River

Ben Ackman, Multimedia Producer • February 21, 2024

Mardi Gras revelers went to The Wharf Feb. 11 for an early celebration, ahead of the actual holiday on the following Tuesday. Mardi Gras is the last day of Carnival, a Christian festival of indulgence...

The lasting impact of antisemitism on campus

Students express emotions on antisemitic incidents on campus

Marisa Álvarez, Leehy Gertner, and Matheus Kogi Fugita Abrahão • February 22, 2023

Students received another email from President Sylvia Burwell at the start of the spring semester addressing the rise of antisemitism and how American University is working on critical areas to confront...