Our writing on Campus Culture explores the people, places, and things that shape student life at American University. Whether it’s highlighting events, unpacking trends, or the local campus furry celebrity, this section keeps a pulse on AU’s quirky, nerdy, wonk culture.
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HRL stands for Hell, Regret, and Lies (Part 1)
This is part of a 3-part series that aims to take an objective look at American University’s department of Housing and Residence Life, referred to as HRL, from the perspective of a former RA. All interviews were conducted anonymously due to fear of retribution. Any and all documents to support the claims made in this article…
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The “Huncho Jack, Jack Huncho” Album Cover is in Katzen. Seriously.
The original art for Travis Scott and Quavo’s “Huncho Jack, Jack Huncho” album cover is currently in Katzen as part of a Ralph Steadman exhibit. If you don’t know about the Katzen Museum, you’re not alone. It is a free gallery with three floors of professional art, and is also a common place for elderly…
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ARPC: Why is Palestine Important to Antiracist Student Organizing?
During the spring semester, AU’s Antiracist Research and Policy Center hosted a Lunch and Learn event titled The Solidarity Question: Why is Palestine Important to Antiracist Student Organizing? The event focused on pro-Palestine student organizing through an academic perspective, bringing in experts in history, social movement theory, and decolonial theory. This transcription is intended to…
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AU’s Communication Crisis
“Change can’t wait” These three infamous words have echoed through my mind since arriving at AU. As a junior, the motto doesn’t quite warrant the same reaction, not after AU administration has failed to be transparent with the community, silenced student free speech, hired an outside consulting firm known for mass layoffs, and denied assault…
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The Best Places to Make Out With Your New Floorcest Relationship
So, you’ve done it. You’ve crossed to the next step of your relationship with your next door neighbor and now you want the whole world to know. We’ve all been there. But what’s the best way to shout it from the rooftops without actually doing so?