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Ron Elving at Classes Without Quizzes

On Campus ·

SPA Hosts 600 Furloughed Federal Workers for Classes Without Quizzes

October 10 event featured 22 sessions and opportunities to learn, network, and build community
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Lucille Rieke, Mira Morris, and Mira Gross-Keck as Truus, Hannie, and Freddie. Photo: Ethan Kauffman.

Arts ·

“Disarming Girls:” AU Debuts Powerful Play About Women's Courage in World War II Resistance

Performance runs at Greenberg Theatre October 16-26
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Portman, Alger, and Gephardt

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AU Launches Democracy Innovation Lab and 250+ at American

President Jon Alger made the announcement during a Family Weekend event with former Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) and former Representative Dick Gephardt (D-MO) about the need for civility, collaboration in politics.
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Clawed shows up to cheer on the effort to protect their fellow feathered friends. Photo by Jeff Watts.

On Campus ·

As Millions of Birds Pass Through DC, AU is Working to Keep Them Safe 

Thanks to student innovation and AU’s commitment to sustainability, the campus is becoming a model for bird-friendly design 
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Professor Anthony Wanis-St. John speaks with a group of men in Haiti

On Campus ·

MA in International Peace and Conflict Resolution Celebrates 30 Years

To mark 30 years of the International Peace and Conflict Resolution Program at SIS, SIS faculty and alumni discuss the program’s important role of peacebuilding in the world.
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Photo of Nuveen Barwari and text that says "Art and Culture, Nuveen Barwari"

Arts ·

Art and Culture: Nuveen Barwari

Nuveen Barwari reflects on her journey as a Kurdish American artist shaped by life between Nashville and Duhok, and how navigating various cultures has influenced both her identity and creative practice.
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Katzen Arts Center exterior

On Campus ·

Beyond the Stage at the Katzen: Embassy Receptions, Charity Galas, and More

For 20 years, Katzen has doubled as a gallery, concert hall, ballroom, piano pop-up, and venue for a host of special events
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Colonial Eagle solar farm in Kelford, North Carolina (photo credit: Coho Climate Advisors).

Environment ·

American University Ranks as a Top Performer in the 2025 Sustainable Campus Index

Earns STARS Gold rating for integrating sustainability into its operations, academics, engagement, and administration.
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AU commencement. Photo: Jeff Watts

On Campus ·

American University Students Fast-Track Studies with Combined Degree Program

Students save time and money in flexible program that combines bachelor’s and master’s degree studies
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AU President Jon Alger at Constitution Day

On Campus ·

A More Perfect Union

WCL hosted the Civics, Citizenship, and the Constitution Summit on September 17, Constitution Day.
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