By Daniel Rosato and Kavish Siddhartha National Student Leadership Conference attendees and some American University undergraduate students are the first to use the new Hall of Science building on campus [ … ]
AU faculty, students excited to return to campus this fall
By Kristen Taylor and Hannah Mosley Students, faculty and staff at American University are excited and ready to return fully this fall after being online for over a year, according [ … ]
AU music ensembles plan for in-person fall performances, need more guidance from administration
By Sydney Renfro and Emily Wegrzynowicz The American University music department does not yet have a solidified plan for in-person musical ensembles this fall, according to Joshua Bayer, director of [ … ]
Mental health effects linger in students after a year at home
By Melanie Artrip and Chasey Almirol Reese Phillips drove home one afternoon in March 2020 with a trunk full of belongings and a crooked smile of uncertainty. With American University [ … ]
100% of NSLC students recycle on campus this week
By Taylor Hamilton and Mary Willis One-hundred percent of National Student Leadership Conference students at American University this week use the campus recycling bins in some form, according to a [ … ]
Student employees excited to be back after year spent online
By David Papa and Dylan Cho American University student employees back on campus this summer are excited to be working in person after more than a year learning online. Students [ … ]
NSLC strengthens confidence, attendees say
By Aly Kallas and Nairi Nadjarian The National Student Leadership Conference has created confidence among students and teacher assistants, according to interviews with five attendees of the 2021 summer session. [ … ]
The Berkeley way: no waste
When you hear the words “Farmers’ Market,” you may automatically think organic, fresh and healthy. But the Berkeley Farmers’ Market — three times a week at various locations year-round — sells not only organic and pesticide-free produce but also soup, kettle corn, gelato and coffee.
Love your neighbor: Local church continues to welcome immigrants
For nearly 50 years, the United Lutheran Chapel has stood alongside Berkeley as a sanctuary for those facing difficulties because of their immigration status, providing them with assistance and support. Amid increased ICE deportations and changes in asylum-seeking qualifications, the church continues to advocate for these individuals’ rights.