Environment ·
American University achieved carbon neutrality in 2018 and is now moving to further advance our sustainability goals by adding what is expected to become its first Net Zero Energy building to the campus portfolio.
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On Campus ·
Affinity graduation ceremonies on May 7–8 convened diverse students from all corners of campus to revel in reaching the finish line of their studies at AU.
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On Campus ·
AU’s Girls Who Game student club brings together a community of women and nonbinary gamers on campus.
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David Rubenstein, Caroline Aaron, Kwame Alexander, and more shared words of wisdom and encouragement during AU’s 147th commencement.
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Arts ·
New boutique hotel in Alexandria purchases collection of 15 works
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In the Community ·
Using what he’s learned from AU’s School of Education, DC Public Schools first grade teacher Jesse Lima, SOE/MAT ’24, is shaping the next generation of Washington learners.
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On Campus ·
On the eve of American University’s 147th commencement ceremonies, frequent commencement volunteers share why they enjoy playing a small role in celebrating AU graduates each May.
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On Campus ·
More than 5,000 Eagles have participated in the university’s oldest and largest living-learning community.
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AU students worked with PERIL to create the CHIRP Project, a curriculum and game to teach middle schoolers how to avoid problematic online content.
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Environment ·
Construction begins for AU's first geothermal heat pump system, as part of Meltzer Center for Athletic Performance
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