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Envision Your Career in PR & Strategic Communication

Wednesday, October 9th from 5:00-6:30pm

Do you like to plan, write, create, and think strategically? Then join us to learn more about the great opportunities in PR, Strategic Communication, and Political Communication at our degree showcase reception on Wednesday, October 9th from 5:00-6:30pm. Space is limited, so RSVP today!  

SOC DEI Committee Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Thursday, October 10th 11:30am - 2pm

Take a break from studying and join us for a yummy merienda (snack)! Celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month with SOC as we enjoy light refreshments and highlight the vibrant flavors and culture of our Hispanic community. Hosted by the SOC DEI Committee, this is your chance to relax, connect, and celebrate together. Stop by the 3rd floor study area of the McKinley Building anytime from 11:30am-2pm. All AU students are welcome! No RSVP required. ¡Te esperamos! (we will be waiting for you!)

Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter

Wednesday, October 16th 5:00 - 7:00pm 

As part of the “Women on Wednesdays” series, please join American University's Women & Politics Institute and the School of Communication for a special screening of Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter, followed by a panel discussion with co-producers/co-directors AU Alumna Christy Carpenter WCL/’95 and Peabody Award-winning filmmaker Abby Ginzberg, Washington Post Political Columnist Karen Tumulty, and Zakiya Thomas, President and CEO of the ERA Coalition and the Fund for Women's Equality. WPI Executive Director Betsy Fischer Martin will moderate the discussion. RSVP Here

American Forum with Tara Palmeri

Thursday, October 17th 6:30pm-8pm

Please join the School of Communications, the Kennedy Political Union, College Democrats at AU, College Republicans at AU, and the American Forum on October 17th, 2024, for a rewarding discussion with Senior Political Correspondent at Puck & Host of the Ringer's "Somebody's Gotta Win," Tara Palmeri, moderated by SOC Professor Jane Hall. The event will take place in the Malsi Doyle and Michael Forman Theater within the McKinley Building, and doors will open promptly at 6:30 PM. This event is only open to American University community members, and a current American University ID is required for admission. RSVP Here

Promise or Peril? Navigating the Unchartered Territory of A.I.

Thursday, October 17th 5:30pm-8pm

Join us for a panel that will explore how AI is transforming the way stories are told, images are captured,-both for good and bad. Expert panelists from AU’s Faculty are joined by Santiago Lyon, Head of Adobe’s Content Authenticity Initiative to examine AI’s role in enhancing ethical storytelling by automating editing, analyzing vast datasets, and assisting in fact-checking. However, we must also confront the challenges of AI-driven misinformation, deep fakes, and the erosion of trust in visual media. RSVP Here

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