Matthew Van Hoose has been the Nationals organist since 2010. Courtesy of the Washington Nationals Baseball Club

In the Community ·

Playing in the Big Leagues

Matthew Van Hoose has delighted baseball fans for 14 years as the organist for the Washington Nationals, which will host AU Day on August 28.
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"The Herstory of Henri IV pt. 1" photo by Ethan Kauffman

Arts ·

Announcing Fall 2024 Performing Arts Events

Music, theatre, and dance performances are free for AU students
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The White House.

Government & Politics ·

To the Point: Do Political Conventions Really Matter Anymore?

Distinguished Professor of History Allan J. Lichtman answers our question of the week
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'To the Point.' A father helps his son ride a bicycle.

Policy Analysis ·

To the Point: Child Tax Credit a Win for Politicians—and for Families

Economics Professor Mary Eschelbach Hansen answers our question of the week
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Research ·

Dream On

CAS neuropsychologist Bryan Fantie explains seven things to know about why our brains run wild as we slumber—one of science’s greatest mysteries.
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Ralph Steadman, Twentieth Century Man, 1988. Pen and ink on paper, 23.23 x 33.07 inches. Courtesy of the Ralph Steadman Art Collection.

Arts ·

New Exhibitions Open Sept. 7 at the American University Museum

Eight new exhibits at the American University Museum open Sept. 7, featuring a range of artistic media and experiences for visitors.
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Jonathan Harper. Graphic by Jaylene Arnold.

On Campus ·

Eagle Tales: Helping Grad Students Write Their AU Stories

AU boasts about 1,900 dedicated staff members. Meet one here: Jonathan Harper, CAS/MFA ’10, assistant director of graduate recruitment in the College of Arts and Sciences.
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DANCEWORKS 2024 performers

Arts ·

Your Guide to Participating in the Performing Arts at American University

Take the spotlight with performance opportunities in dance, music, and theatre/musical theatre.
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On Campus ·

What We’re Reading This Summer

From history to fantasy, mystery to nonfiction, and more, AU faculty, staff, students, and neighbors share the good reads capturing their attention.
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One of the most striking visual features of Webb is its 18-segment primary mirror, gold-plated to best capture the infrared light that the telescope studies. NASA/Maggie Masetti

Research ·

American University Scientist Contributes to New Findings About Exciting Exoplanet

James Webb Telescope observations lead to new insights of possible presence of atmosphere and ocean on one of the closest exoplanets to our solar system
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