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Four ambassadors to the US shared their stories from the world of diplomacy with WPI executive director Betsy Fischer Martin, far right.

Government & Politics ·

The Count: Pursuing Political Power

For over 20 years, some of the nation’s top political voices, including Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Gloria Steinem, and Barbara Lee, have visited AU to participate in the Women and Politics Institute at SPA.
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To the Wild Sky Rachmaninoff, Tennyson, & Poe Sunday March 19, 2023 4pm

International ·

Carmel Institute Sends Students “To the Wild Sky"

Rachmaninov, Tennyson, & Poe at the National Cathedral
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Save Israeli Democracy protest sign

International ·

What's at Stake as Protests Rock Israel: Three Essential Reads on Democracy, Security and Human Rights

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has, after 12 weeks of growing protest against his proposed judicial reforms, said he will order a temporary halt to the changes.
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Fresh vegetables

Research ·

"A Match Made in Heaven": Unique Collaboration Promotes Health and Wellness in DC

A new partnership between AU, Wesley Theological Seminary, and DC faith-based groups targets reducing obesity and the health equity gap in the District.
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portrait of LaTanya Sothern at AU

Alumni ·

Greetings from LaTanya Sothern

Greetings from LaTanya Sothern
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Sudama on the AU Campus

Arts ·

Elyn Zimmerman’s Sudama Unveiled on AU’s Campus

Notable sculptural installation gifted by National Geographic Society enhances AU’s campus
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Crystal Eagle Alumni Awards

Alumni ·

Announcing AU's 2023 Alumni Award Winners

2023 Alumni Award Winners
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A phone looking at Silicon Valley Bank

Social Sciences ·

The Banking Crisis: How Did We Get Here? What’s Next?

Economist Gabriel Mathy weighs in on the crash of SVB and the fallout across the international banking system
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Elevate Scholarship graphics

Announcement ·

Pathways to Purpose: New Scholarship Initiative Will Support Students With Urgent Financial Needs

American University launched the Elevate Scholarship Initiative, a new $25 million philanthropic effort to help undergraduate students overcome unexpected financial challenges and continue their educational pursuits.
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Ishita in front of the McKinley Building

Student Life ·

Scholarship Paves the Way - Ishita's Story

Karin Akerson, CAS/BSG ’96, believed in the transformative power of education. A scholarship named in her memory has done just that for its latest recipient: Ishita Jamar, SOC/BA ’23.
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