For the Media

Questions?

  • University Communications
    202-885-5950
    Fax: 202-885-5959
    aumedia@american.edu
    Constitution, Room 130

Mailing Address
Eagle Statue

AU at a Glance

A global outlook, practical idealism, and a passion for public service define American University. AU's academic strengths are grounded in social responsibility and interdisciplinary study.

Discover AU

Bender Library from quad

Why AU? Engaged students, dedicated faculty, connected alums.

Learn More


Virtual Tour

3D Virtual Campus Map Graphic

Learn more about AU's campus, programs, faculty, students and alumni, virtually.

Take the Tour


Speeches on Campus

Bolivian President Evo Morales speaks at American University

We bring the world's movers, shakers, and thinkers to campus.

View Speeches


AU by the Numbers

60%

of students study abroad

21 thousand

media placements in 2008

Read More

130

countries represented in AU's student population