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CNN journalist Abby Phillip gives the keynote address at AU's 142nd commencement.

On Campus ·

First Full In-Person Commencement in Two Years Welcomes Newest Graduates

Recognizing the sacrifices and challenges graduates faced over the past few years studying and learning during the pandemic served as a theme.
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AU student volunteers cut and package food at Thrive DC

In the Community ·

Public Health Scholars Step in to Help DC Residents without Homes

Students working in DC communities, all year long
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Rusted pipes

Announcement ·

New SPA Research Addresses Environmental Justice

SPA researchers find that homeowners in lower-income neighborhoods are more likely than wealthier residents to suffer the harmful effects of lead in their drinking water.
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ESPN Campus Sign

Announcement ·

ESPN, American University Establish New, Funded Investigative Journalism fellowship

The new fellowship program will embed a full-time graduate student alongside ESPN’s journalists.
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National Native American Veterans Memorial, Harvey Pratt

In the Community ·

Elizabeth Rule Creates Award-Winning Guide to Indigenous DC

App showcases Native American history in nation’s capital
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Students rehearse The Sins of Sor Juana in the Greenberg Theatre

On Campus ·

Roundup: Events and Happenings Across CAS

A wide variety of events for February
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Samantha Bradshaw

In the Community ·

Five Questions for Samantha Bradshaw

We spoke with Samantha Bradshaw for our getting-to-know-you series with new SIS faculty.
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World map made of money coins

On Campus ·

SIS’s International Economic Relations Program Retools Degrees for a Competitive Workplace

We spoke with Professor Randall Henning and several SIS students and alumni to learn more about what makes SIS's master’s degrees in International Economic Relations so unique.
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Four visitors observing 3 large paintings at the AU museum

On Campus ·

CAS Events: What to Do This Week

A wide variety of events for the third week of February
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hands with the globe painted on them and a color explosion surrounding them

On Campus ·

SIS Launches New Global Equity and Inclusion Concentration for Graduate Students

The Global Equity and Inclusion concentration prepares SIS grad students with knowledge and skills to create more just and equitable institutions in their careers.
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