
American University Police arrested Elaf Hasan during the former university president’s inauguration. But court documents, emails and interviews show that AUPD’s failure to produce video evidence brought prosecutors’ case down over a constitutional rights violation.

American University Police arrested Elaf Hasan during the former university president’s inauguration. But court documents, emails and interviews show that AUPD’s failure to produce video evidence brought prosecutors’ case down over a constitutional rights violation.

Experts say trust in police could be the cause.

Despite an increase in fear, underlying problems in MPD’s policing of Washington’s Black residents already existed, data and advocate interviews show.
Experts say trust in police could be the cause.May 7, 2026
Sam Epner, Staff Writer
Protests, a legal complaint and a new president sparked the changes.May 4, 2026
Joseph Albushies and Elias Garcia
The landscape architect who helped create the arboretum passed the torch to an arborist this semester.May 1, 2026
Caleb Ogilvie and Marisa Alvarez
Some leaders and participants of dance spaces say the locations provide fellowship through movement.April 27, 2026
Sara De Almeida, Staff Writer, Multimedia Contributor and PR Staff Member
Students protested the National Guard, sexual assault and war this year. Their protests looked different nearly 60 years ago.April 27, 2026
Sela Quiniones, Assistant Editor
Despite an increase in fear, underlying problems in MPD’s policing of Washington’s Black residents already existed, data and advocate interviews show.April 27, 2026
Will Sytsma and Stevie Rosenfeld
A trove of records provides a peek into the history of AU and beyond.April 22, 2026
Clair Sapilewski, Staff Editor
A month of anti-ICE protests swept Washington after the killing of Renée Good.April 22, 2026
Benjamin Austin, Staff Editor
Faculty said there are weaknesses in emergency trainings and procedures.April 17, 2026
Yuri Perelman and Rachel Novick

American University Police arrested Elaf Hasan during the former university president’s inauguration. But court documents, emails and interviews show that AUPD’s failure to produce video evidence brought prosecutors’ case down over a constitutional rights violation.

Past funding cuts and incoming regulations have caused fear among student researchers and their mentors. While some have abandoned academia, others see hope in the future of their research.

Protests, a legal complaint and a new president sparked the changes.

The landscape architect who helped create the arboretum passed the torch to an arborist this semester.

Students protested the National Guard, sexual assault and war this year. Their protests looked different nearly 60 years ago.

After officials removed him in October under a mental health order, veteran and activist Daniel Kingery called their actions unconstitutional. As another removal approaches on Sept. 1, scholars say current laws back officials’ actions.

Experts say trust in police could be the cause.

Despite an increase in fear, underlying problems in MPD’s policing of Washington’s Black residents already existed, data and advocate interviews show.

For over a decade, charges under D.C.’s Bias-Related Crimes Act remained few. In lieu of legal solutions, some groups are fighting hate at its roots.
Exploring the impact of fashion in D.C.
Natalie Monga, Marisa Alvarez, Stevie Rosenfeld, Clair Sapilewski, and Chase Gorman • December 29, 2025

Some leaders and participants of dance spaces say the locations provide fellowship through movement.

Washington’s official music genre meets traditional Colombian rhythms for a night of dancing at Anthem Row.

A new wave of coffee culture is bringing a new approach to a D.C. scene dominated by chains

Artists in the district explore statehood, homelessness and racial justice through murals.

Uncovering the National Cathedral’s open-air secrets.

Former federal workers look back on a period of confusion and heartbreak in their professional lives. They say they’re moving on.

A month of anti-ICE protests swept Washington after the killing of Renée Good.

Tajik, Uzbek and Hazaran protestors said they are not collectively responsible for the Pashtun shooter’s actions.

Organizers of a Sept. 15 vigil for the slain conservative activist said Kirk was an early political inspiration to them. Others came to protest Kirk’s views.

Washingtonians rallied together to protest against recent policies put in place by President Donald Trump.

Title IX offices routinely fall short of student concerns, prioritize universities, experts said.

Students weigh in on current state of mental health services on campus.

Shortages, pharmacies and Student Health Center limit ADHD
prescriptions

Absence requests impact college life for those facing health issues

COVID continues to have an impact on the student experience, safety and academics




