President John F. Kennedy

Alumni ·

SIS Alumni Reflect on the 60th Anniversary of Kennedy's "Strategy of Peace" Address

June 10, 2023, marks the 60th anniversary of Kennedy’s address at American University. In honor of this, we asked members of the SIS Class of 1963 and others who attended the commencement to share their memories of the address.
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A crowd waving the Turkish flag watches as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan walks on stage at a rally

International ·

Key Takeaways from Turkey's Election

SIS professor Doga Eralp answers a few questions about the results of Turkey’s recent election, in which incumbent President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was elected to a third term that will extend his time leading Turkey to three decades.
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Migrant walks on road in front of sign for US border in Spanish

International ·

A Discussion on Title 42, Title 8, and US Asylum Policy with Anthony Fontes

We asked SIS Professor Anthony Fontes to explain recent shifts in immigration policy and discuss the US system for asylum seekers.
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An iPhone displays a user conversation with artificial intelligence software ChatGPT. The AI typed a message that says "Hi! How can I help you today? Is there something you need help with or would like to learn more about?"

International ·

Four Questions on AI Global Governance Following the G7 Hiroshima Summit

SIS Professor Derrick Cogburn analyzes what global standards for AI should look like after the recent G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan.
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2023 Alumni Award Winners with President Burwell, LaTanya Sothern, and Courtney Surls

Alumni ·

Alumni Award Winners Honored in “Magical” Celebration

Six distinguished alumni recalled their time at AU and how the university helped to pave their paths to success.
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King Charles III and Queen Camilla waving during the coronation celebration.

International ·

Four Questions Following the Coronation of King Charles III

After millions watched the coronation of King Charles III this month, we asked SIS Professor Garret Martin a few questions about the monarchy’s political impact in the U.K. and its relationship to the Commonwealth of Nations.
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Ben Harbaugh

Alumni ·

SIS Alum Embraces the Journey Toward a Career in Diplomacy

Ben Harbaugh, SIS/MA '21, always wanted to work for the US Department of State, but his path to getting there was one he did not initially expect.
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Six 2023 spring graduates represent AU's changemaking ethos.

On Campus ·

Challenge Accepted: Graduating Changemakers Share Stories of Perseverance

Six accomplished forthcoming graduates talk about the most significant challenges they faced at AU and how they found a way to overcome them.
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Sierra Buehlman Barbeau

In the Community ·

SIS Students, Faculty Share Plans for Summer 2023

We asked several SIS students and faculty members to share details about their summer plans with us.
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SIS Awards 2023

Achievements ·

SIS Awards 2023

Congratulations to our SIS awardees of 2023!
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