Achievements ·
David Vázquez Named National Humanities Center 2024-25 Fellow
Latina/o/x scholar receives prestigious humanities award for exceptional scholarship
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Arts ·
Studio Art MFAs Present Thesis Exhibition “SURFACE TENSION”
Opening at the American University Museum April 6
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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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