Media Relations

Recent Media Advisories

• Biden’s Chief Economic Adviser to Discuss How Well Stimulus Is Working for Middle Class  

  Jared Bernstein, chief economic adviser to Vice President Joe Biden, will discuss how well the federal stimulus package is working—especially for America’s middle class—from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28, at American University.

• OPM's John Berry to be Guest Speaker at Roger W. Jones Award Ceremony

  American University's School of Public Affairs to Recognize Achievement in Government Service

• What Do Young People Who Elected Obama Think of Him (and the Issues) Now?

  AU's American Forum to explore how young voters view Obama and the issues today.

• Author Linda Tarr-Whelan, AU's Jennifer Lawless Discuss Women’s Leadership

  Linda Tarr-Whelan, author of Women Lead the Way, to discuss the importance of having women “at the table” with AU's Jennifer Lawless and Dotty Lynch.

• The Financial Crisis: An Inside View

  Phillip Swagel, top economist at the Treasury from 2006 to 2009, to share his insider’s perspective on the financial crisis at AU.

• AU Anticipates Dalai Lama Visit with Art, Film, Exhibit and Discussion

  Through events and discussions the AU community will explore the significance of the Dalai Lama's visit to Washington, DC.