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American U. Receives $5.7 Million from NSF to Bridge Research and Policy, Address Real-World Challenges

American University won a cooperative research agreement from the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Accelerating Research Translation program that will help the university to foster greater use of evidence in the public and private sectors.
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Dr. Vivek H. Murthy

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American University Fall Commencement to Feature Surgeon General Dr. Vivek H. Murthy

President Sylvia Burwell and Dr. Murthy will honor more than 1,700 graduates on Dec. 17
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Sine Institute Class of 2024 Spring Fellows and Distinguished Lecturers

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2024 AU Sine Institute of Policy & Politics Fellows and Distinguished Lecturers Soar From the Halls of Government to the Frontiers of Space

The Sine Institute for Policy and Politics announced its 2024 class of Spring Fellows and Distinguished Lecturers. The group brings together changemakers from government, business, space exploration, foreign policy, advocacy, and the media.
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Ambassador Stuart A. Bernstein (Kogod/BS ’60)

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American University Honors Local Changemaker at 2023 President’s Circle Celebration

Innovator and D.C. Real-Estate Developer Ambassador Stuart A. Bernstein (Kogod/BS ’60) recognized for his dedication to AU, changemaking leadership and philanthropy
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Transforming the Food System to Serve All

Grant of $2.8M from Novo Nordisk Inc. to American University to address food security in D.C.’s Wards 7 and 8
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Professor Diana Burley Speaking at the ITP Event

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Third Year of Inclusive Technology Policy Award: A Conversation with AU Vice Provost for Research and Innovation Diana Burley

On October 30, American University celebrated Zach Tudor as this year’s recipient of AU’s Outstanding Inclusive Technology Policy Changemaker Award. We talked to Diana Burley, AU Vice Provost for Research and Innovation, about the award and its impact.
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Photo of Fiona Alexander, strategist in residence at the School of International Service, and Zach Tudor, recipient of the award

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National Security Expert Honored by American University for Promoting Inclusivity in Technology Policy

American University honored cybersecurity leader Zach Tudor, Associate Laboratory Director of Idaho National Laboratory (INL), with its annual Inclusive Technology Policy Changemaker Award.
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American University’s Kogod School of Business Announces Substantial Gift to Support Entrepreneurship

AU's Kogod School of Business announces substantial gift from the Veloric family to expand experiential learning and entrepreneurship
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Kogod School of Business Named Top Music Business School by Billboard

This prestigious ranking comes as Kogod's Business & Entertainment program celebrates 10 years since its founding
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Football for Peace Center Panel

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American University and Football for Peace Join Forces to Promote Sports Diplomacy, Launch Peace Center

American University’s School of International Service and Football for Peace are launching the first Football for Peace Center in the United States.
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