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$10 Million Gift Will Advance Student Thriving and Athletics at American University
The Commitment is Part of a Historic $15 Million Cumulative Gift to Support the Center for Athletic Performance (CAP).
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David Marchick Named Dean of American University’s Kogod School of Business
A prominent leader with decades of experience in global finance and private equity, public policy, and service, David Marchick joins American University as dean of the Kogod School of Business.
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New Research Identifies Key Differences Between Intentional Animal Abuse and Neglect
A new study by American University and the Animal Welfare Institute analyzed and categorized crimes against animals as either neglect or intentional cruelty. The research is based on newly available police data from across the country.
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Research ·
New Study by SOC Researchers Explores How Civic Engagement is Portrayed on Television
The study examines how voting, civic engagement, and leadership are portrayed in leading television programming in the U.S.
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Shannon Hader Named Dean of American University’s School of International Service
Shannon Hader, MD, MPH, has been named the dean of the School of International Service at American University. She succeeds Christine BN Chin, PhD, who has served as dean of SIS since August 2017 and is returning to the faculty.
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Arts ·
AU Museum Summer Exhibits Open June 11
Contemporary Caribbean American art and U.S. debut of Czech artist Josef Achrer among six new shows on display through Aug. 7
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Outstanding Achievements of Distinguished Alumni Recognized with AU’s 2022 Alumni Awards
American University presented its 2022 Alumni Association Awards to five changemakers who are leaders in their communities and their fields.
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Two American University Alumni Win 2022 Knight-Hennessy Scholarship
American University alumni have been awarded prestigious Knight-Hennessy Scholarship.
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Training Teachers in Education Policy and Research: Teach Plus and American University Launch Fellowship to Enhance Teachers’ Skills
Teach Plus and American University's School of Education have launched a new program to train teachers in education policy, practice, and research.
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Environment ·
American University Launches Unique Student-Advised Impact Investment Fund
The experiential learning program focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investments will be funded with 1 percent of the university’s endowment
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