Pursuing Excellence Through Inclusion

Pursing Excellence through inclusion
A student representing inclusive togetherness



As the world grapples with systemic racism, injustice, and inequality, American University continues to work toward a more equitable future—on our campus, in our nation, and beyond. Our Plan for Inclusive Excellence pursues diversity, equity, and inclusion within each part of our university, our alumni use their purpose to ensure access to quality childhood education, and our programs set first-generation students up for success.

HOW WE MEET
THE CHALLENGE

For Amanda Brenner, SIS/BA ’16, improving mental health care is a career and a calling.

Fighting Stigma Raising Mental Health Awareness

For Amanda Brenner, SIS/BA ’16, improving mental health care is a career and a calling.
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Being Themselves. Finding Belonging.

Nonbinary student-athlete Sasha Liu has found community through their favorite sport.
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First-Generation Students STEP into AU Life

Building community, transitioning to college is program’s focus.
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Psychologist Edmund Wyatt Gordon

Spearheading lasting change in early childhood education

Psychologist Edmund Wyatt Gordon’s early intervention work spans seven decades.
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Yami Payano

Open to Interpretation

Alumna is creating a more accessible, inclusive world for the deaf and hard of hearing community.
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