Commencement speakers for spring 2023

Announcement ·

Justice Jackson, Former MD Gov. Hogan, Ted Leonsis to Speak at American University’s Spring Commencement

An unparalleled roster of dynamic leaders from across business, law, politics, and the arts will address and celebrate 3,400 American University graduates this spring.
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Assistant Professor Dr. Emily Grossnickle Peterson demonstrates an eye tracking machine.

Education ·

Assistant Professor Dr. Emily Grossnickle Peterson Awarded Prestigious $1.3M Grant

The study of how curiosity affects learning may benefit teaching.
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Emma Garry '23, president of the SOE Undergraduate Student Council

Education ·

Emma Garry: Growing Others Through Leadership

As she prepares to graduate, she longs to keep her UGC successes intact by helping SOE’s future student leaders. Read her tips for being an effective leader.
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Jisun Jeong at her desk

Education ·

Working Together to Respond to Crises: Earthquakes in Turkey and Beyond

“Crisis-affected governments, communities, teachers, and children should be at the center of deciding and implementing what is most appropriate and relevant education to their contexts.”
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SOE students tutor DC school students.

Education ·

$739k Grant Awarded for Tutoring Elementary Students

The AU Future Teacher Tutors were awarded up to $739k in funding to expand tutoring in DC schools.
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STEM faculty image

Education ·

Breaking Down Barriers: ADVANCE grant will help AU retain women and underrepresented STEM faculty

STEM leaders speak about how their efforts will move AU forward and their experiences as women and women of color who advanced in teaching and scholarship.
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In the Community ·

12 for ’23: A Dozen Things to Look Forward to This Year at AU

Mark your calendar for the 12 things we’re looking forward to at AU and keep an eye out for more throughout the year in This Week at AU, on social media, and elsewhere.
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Glover Gate POB KSB Quad

On Campus ·

American University Faculty Experts On Why Change Can’t Wait

American University faculty are the leading experts in these essential fields of study (and more). AU scholar-teachers are finding solutions to the world’s most pressing issues and shaping the next generation of changemakers.
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Gary Cohn

Alumni ·

AU Changemakers Honored at the 2022 President’s Circle Celebration

AU Changemakers Honored at the 2022 President’s Circle Celebration
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Ann Friedman, AU SOE Alumna and creator of the Planet Word Museum, smiles and wears a black blazer.

Alumni ·

For the Love of Language

School of Education alumna Ann Friedman advances literacy and inclusive education through the museum she created, Planet Word.
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