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SPA Names Erdal Tekin Inaugural Fotis Family Distinguished Professor in Health Policy
Family’s Gift Allows Expansion of Research and Engagement
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Building Community Through Connection
A changemaker since childhood, Lily Larsen, SPA/BA ’23, embraces the power of conversation to bring people together.
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Pursuing a Path to Public Service
A proud AU Eagle, Francesca Gill, SIS/BA '24 answers the call to a career in government service.
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A $5 Million Gift to American University Advances Cyber and Economic Security
New Institute Will Partner with Cyber Range Solutions to Produce Research and Create Educational Opportunities
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The Elevate Scholarship Initiative Sends Powerful Message “You Belong Where You Are”
A researcher of online radicalization, Meaghan Reilly SIS-SPA/BA ’21; SPA/MS ’24 knows the impact of messaging.
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Government & Politics ·
Faculty Fund Supports 25th Anniversary Peace Summit
The Washington Summit on the 25th Anniversary of the Good Friday/Belfast Agreement showcased the impact of SPA's Helfat Faculty Development Fund.
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Kickstarting Change for a Student and the Planet
College of Arts and Sciences student Hannah VanWagner is eager to harness business solutions for a more sustainable world. Scholarship support accelerates this path.
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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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American University Faculty Experts On Why Change Can’t Wait
American University faculty are the leading experts in these essential fields of study (and more). AU scholar-teachers are finding solutions to the world’s most pressing issues and shaping the next generation of changemakers.
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Scholarships Empower Education for Four SOE Students
The Karin A. Akerson Memorial Scholarship Fund creates more affordable education for four future teachers.
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