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2024 commencement speakers: David M. Rubenstein, Michael S. Barr, Kwame Alexander, Caroline Aaron, British Robinson, Sherrilyn Ifill

Announcement ·

David Rubenstein, Kwame Alexander, Caroline Aaron to Send Eagles Soaring into Their Next Chapter at American University’s 2024 Spring Commencement

American University is proud to host a dynamic series of commencement speakers to celebrate the next generation of American University graduates this spring. The speakers include a financier, an author and other changemakers.
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AU Danceworks dancers perform at Greenberg Theatre

Arts ·

DANCEWORKS 2024 Showcases Innovative Choreography on the Greenberg Theatre Stage

Faculty and guest choreographers inspire students across different styles of dance
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To the Point logo and photo of woman running on beach

Science ·

To the Point: How Exactly Does Exercise Affect Our Brain Function?

Department of Health Studies’ Evan Reister answers our question of the week
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Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Midnights Era set. Photo credit: Paolo Villanueva

Social Sciences ·

Swiftonomics Comes to AU: Taylor Swift Econ Class Debuts in Fall

One-credit class designed by students will analyze the economic impact created by Taylor Swift and Eras Tour
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To the Point logo and Ozempic injection pens

Science ·

To the Point: What Do We Really Know about Ozempic and Wegovy?

Department of Health Studies’ Dara Ford answers our question of the week
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A seismograph records an earthquake

Environment ·

Professor MacAvoy on the Science of Earthquakes

After earthquake rattles New Jersey, Professor of Environmental Science Stephen MacAvoy answers our questions about recent earthquakes across the globe
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Technician with blue gloves handles mushroom with tweezers

On Campus ·

Psychedelic Drugs Symposium Bridges Science, Policy, and Law

Symposium brings together leading thinkers across disciplines to explore how science must inform policies and laws surrounding psychedelic drugs
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Marie B Gauthiez drawing

Arts ·

Studio Art MFAs Present Thesis Exhibition “SURFACE TENSION”

Opening at the American University Museum April 6
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Solar eclipse

On Campus ·

Get Ready! AU Great American Solar Eclipse Viewing Party

Viewing party on quad on April 8 celebrates an out-of-this-world event
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Shai Waisman

Alumni ·

View from the Board: CAS Board of Advisors Member Shai Waisman ’93 Shares Life Lessons

President of Kroll Inc. looks back at friendships, mentors, and experiences at American University that shaped him into the person he is today
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