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OPERATIONS UPDATE: FALL 2020 CLASSES TO BE HELD ONLINE
In response to changing COVID-19 health and safety conditions and guidance, fall courses will be held primarily online. More information is available on the COVID-19 Resources Page.
News & Announcements
Enhancements to American University's Benefits
June 26, 2020 - American University is enhancing our leave plans, specifically around parental and family leave, short-term disability, and bereavement leave to respond to issues raised by staff and faculty and further our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our community. View communications for full-time staff, full-time faculty, part-time staff, and adjunct faculty.
COVID-19 Update: DC Phase Two
On June 25, Seth Grossman and Beth Muha updated the community of how DC's Phase Two affects the AU faculty and staff.
President Burwell's April 17 Message
On April 17, President Burwell discussed the current state of affairs and planning, including the announcement that expanded telework will continue until further notice.
President Burwell's March 30
In the second update on March 30, 2020, President Burwell announces the extension of the expanded telework environment to April 24 and other information for the operating status of the university.
AU COVID-19 Update: Important Changes for our Community
March 12, 2020 - President Sylvia Burwell announcements updates and guidance to the AU Community regarding COVID-19. These updates include information and action plans for faculty, staff, and students.
COVID-19 Update to American University Faculty & Staff
March 6, 2020 -Beth Muha, Assistant Vice President of Human Resources, updates AU faculty and staff about the HR response to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
COVID-19: University Operations Webinar for Faculty & Staff
Hear from American University's President Sylvia Burwell, Provost Dan Myers, Vice President of Campus Life Fanta Aw, Chief of Staff and Counselor to the President Seth Grossman, and Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Treasurer Doug Kudravetz regarding the university’s response to COVID-19.
Thanks for All You Do!
The continued dedication and of our staff and faculty at the University is appreciated!
Report COVID-19 Diagnosis
Faculty or Staff
If you or a family member have been diagnosed with COVID-19, or you are required to work on-site but are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, notify Employee Relations.
Upcoming Deadlines
August 28, 2020
Fall 2020 Tuition Remission Deadline
Eligible faculty and staff can apply for tuition remission benefits each semester you plan to take classes.
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