Alumni ·
Why Cyber?
First-generation alumna Mercedes Subhani (SPA, CLEG, `20) revisits her path to the cybersecurity field.
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International ·
Attempted Assassination of Slovak Prime Minister Follows Country’s Slide into Political Polarization
The assassination attempt against Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico has been widely condemned by world leaders as an attack on democracy.
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International ·
Is Reality TV Really Cultural Diplomacy?
Isa Iiams, SIS/BA ’24, decided to combine her love of pop culture and politics and chose to analyze how reality dating shows from around the world portray cultural identities for her undergraduate research project.
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Alumni ·
ELEVATE: Transforming the Student Experience
AU promotes student thriving in a diverse, inclusive environment that supports innovative minds and the purposes they courageously pursue. Change Can’t Wait creates a more equitable, affordable, and empowering AU education.
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Environment ·
Meltzer Center Poised to Be AU’s First Net Zero Building, but What Is Net Zero?
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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Student Life ·
Honoring Some of AU’s Best and Brightest
The 2024 University and Student Achievement Awards honored 39 changemakers who contributed to key accomplishments on campus in the last year.
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Communications ·
SOC's Myers Is Making Media That Matters
Professor and filmmaker Claudia Myers directs the impactful Lifetime film "The Bad Guardian" which explores troubling issues in the guardianship system through a story based on real-life events.
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On Campus ·
AU’s Class of 2024 Flies the Nest
David Rubenstein, Caroline Aaron, Kwame Alexander, and more shared words of wisdom and encouragement during AU’s 147th commencement.
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On Campus ·
Celebrating Community During Commencement
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 ·
Leveling Up the Gaming Industry
AU’s Girls Who Game student club brings together a community of women and nonbinary gamers on campus.
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