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As the University begins rolling out its new five-year plan, students and faculty are navigating proposed changes to curriculum, branding and campus priorities, including a greater integration of AI and expanded civic engagement initiatives. From the ongoing 90-day sprint to longer-term structural reforms, our latest cover story explores how AU is redefining its identity — and what that means for its future.

The Eagle’s Spring 2026 edition is out now.

Cover by @imaanhassann & @takenbygavin by @theeagleau

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As federal scrutiny of higher education intensifies, American University faculty, administrators and students are navigating rising political pressure, threats to academic freedom and new institutional policies shaping campus life. Our latest cover story examines how AU is responding, where concerns remain and what the future of liberal arts may hold.

The Eagle’s Fall 2025 print edition is out now.
Cover by: @imaanhassann & @takenbygavin by @theeagleau

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In response to President Donald Trump’s second term and a series of federal policy changes, D.C. residents and American University students are mobilizing locally as universities remain largely silent. Student activists, faculty and organizations are adapting to shifts in climate policy, education funding and civil rights. Many are pushing back against executive orders. Meanwhile, others are contending with uncertainty in job prospects and increased hostility. As federal institutions face cuts and pressure, those on the ground find new ways to stay engaged and resist.

The Eagle’s Spring 2025 print edition is out now.

Credit: @izzyfantini by @theeagleau

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🍿🎬 Looking for a movie to watch this weekend? Our Life staffers reviewed some of the biggest movies from the past few months — here's what they had to say.

Read these reviews and more at the link in our bio. by @theeagleau

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Interim President David Marchick recently stepped up to power. I asked him the community’s questions.

Read more at the link in our bio. by @theeagleau

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Dave Marchick will extend his tenure as interim American University president for the next two years, a move which the American University Board of Trustees announced in a university-wide email on Sept. 17.

The email explained that the Board of Trustee’s strategic plan, in which Marchick plays a role, will continue beyond the current academic year. The search for a new president is expected to launch in fall 2027 and conclude by summer 2028.

Read more at the link in our bio. by @theeagleau

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📢‼️📰 Interested in joining The Eagle? Stop by our Open House and learn what it’s like to be part of student journalism! Meet editors and writers, hear about our sections, explore different roles and get answers to your questions about applying. We welcome students of all majors and experience levels!

Applications are currently open and close on Sunday, Sept. 20 at 11:59 pm EST.
Apply using the link in our bio. by @theeagleau

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Are you interested in joining The Eagle?
The Eagle is hiring for the Fall 2026 semester!

Positions are open in every section: Copy, Life, Multimedia, News, Opinion, Online, Sports, Business and El Águila. Students of all majors and experience levels are encouraged to apply.

For more information or any questions, contact Cara Halford by email: chalford@theeagleonline.com

Applications are open now and close on Sunday, Sept. 20 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
Apply using the link in our bio. by @theeagleau

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Though the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off June 11, political tension, price gouging and safety concerns have cast a cloud over the world’s biggest sporting event. Heightened security concerns and the Trump administration’s immigration policies have fueled uncertainty, with increased ICE enforcement and stricter visa restrictions raising questions about whether some international fans will be able to attend the tournament.

“There’s a whole shit-ton of political differences — you’re going to have to keep everybody safe and it’s going to be spread out and all under the name of peace and kumbaya and all that nonsense,” Jake Didinsky, president of the American Outlaws D.C. Chapter, said. “And once you start to understand all of that, you look at our country and you think, oh shit, we are woefully underprepared for this.”

Read more at the link in our bio. by @theeagleau

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American University’s “Gay-U” nickname continues to envelop the University’s identity, a campus-wide shorthand that lands differently depending on who’s saying it — and who’s listening. For some, it’s a slogan. For others, it’s a mirror that reflects a broader campus culture that celebrates queerness loudly in some spaces, while subtly leaving others behind.

Read more at the link in our bio. by @theeagleau

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After serving as American University President for two years, Jonathan Alger will be stepping down from his role on June 30 to become the first America 250 Fellow. This position was recently created by the American Council of Education and the American Association of Colleges and Universities, where Alger previously served as the board chair. David Marchick, the current Kogod School of Business dean, will serve as interim president beginning July 1 following his unanimous selection by the Board of Trustees.

Read more at the link in our bio. by @theeagleau

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Congrats to The Eagle’s spring graduating Class of 2026! Read their farewells at the link in our bio. 🎓🎉 by @theeagleau

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