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- Mary Graydon Center, Room 300
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For more than 40 years, the School of Communication has delivered a strong professional education for undergraduate and graduate students, with a focus on public affairs and public service using the resources of Washington, DC.
School of Communication (SOC)
Mary Graydon Center, Room 300
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- SETH
- Gray, Room 119
- 202-885-3720
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Everything we do at SETH is grounded in four organizing principles: excellence, diversity, equity, and community. The first principle, excellence, is the standard by which the other three are defined; it is the bar for our activities and curricula—and by which we measure individual achievement.
SETH
Gray, Room 119
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Shuttle Operations
- Public Safety Bldg
- 202-885-3631
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American University's shuttle services provide students, faculty, staff, and guests with a convenient means of traveling between campus, the Washington College of Law, and the Tenleytown Metro station.
Shuttle Operations
Public Safety Bldg
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Sociology
- Battelle Tompkins T-21
- 202-885-2475
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The Department of Sociology of the College of Arts and Sciences serves the university and students from throughout the world as a center for the advanced study of societal change, social institutions, and social processes. Its programs offer in-depth training in sociological theory and emphasize social justice and research methodology, as well as five areas of concentration: Gender and Family; Inequality and Stratification; Macrosociology; Professional/Applied Sociology; and Race, Gender, and Social Justice.
Sociology
Battelle Tompkins T-21
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- SPA Government
- Ward Circle Building, Room 230
- 202-885-6200
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SPA Government
Ward Circle Building, Room 230
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- SPA Lab
- Ward Sub-terrace
- (202) 885-3866
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Mon - Thu: 9:30am - 10:00pm
Fri: 9:30am - 7:00pm
Sat-Sun: Closed(202) 885-3866
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Ward Sub-terrace
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- SPA: Development & Alumni Relations
- (202) 885-2661
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Dan Mackeben
Director of Development
mackeben@american.edu
Glynnis Hokenson
Events Specialist
glynnis@american.edu(202) 885-2661
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4200 Wisconsin Avenue, 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20016-8143
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- SPA: Government
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The Department of Government makes use of the unique opportunities available from its location in the nation's capital for the teaching and study of political science and public affairs.
Hours
Graduate programs: spagrad@american.eduSPA: Government
Ward
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- SPA: Graduate Admissions
- Ward Circle Building, Room 310
- (202)885-6230
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Jacqueline Linde
Assistant Dean
Brenda Manley
Director of Graduate Admissions(202)885-6230
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Ward Circle Building, Room 310
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- SPA: Justice, Law / Society
- Ward, Room 270
- 202-885-2948
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The Department of Justice, Law & Society at American University provides undergraduate and graduate students with a comprehensive interdisciplinary understanding of law and legal institutions, both in the U.S. and around the world.
SPA: Justice, Law / Society
Ward, Room 270
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- SPA: Public Administration
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Welcome to the Department of Public Administration & Policy. The Washington Metropolitan area has always been a magnet for men and women seeking careers in the public sector. It is only in this area that students can focus their studies on international, national, state, county, local or not-for-profit issues.
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Graduate programs: spagrad@american.eduSPA: Public Administration
Ward
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Special Events
- Butler Pavilion 6th Floor
- 202-885-2430
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The Office of Special Events can provide you with information on vendors, site selection, catering, protocol, and more. Our primary role is to serve AU faculty, staff, and students with their event planning needs. You can reach us at: 202-885-2430 or 2431
202-885-2430
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Butler Pavilion 6th Floor
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- SSRL
- Hurst Hall, Room 202
- 202-885-3862
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Mon - Fri: 9:30am - 5:30pmSSRL
Hurst Hall, Room 202
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Student Accounts
- Asbury, Room 300
- 202-885-3541
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Student Accounts is responsible for issuing and maintaining billing statements as well as receiving tuition payments.
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Mon-Fri, 9:30am-5:00pmStudent Accounts
Asbury, Room 300
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Student Activities
- Mary Graydon, Room 271
- 202-885-3390
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Student Activities sponsors many events throughout the year including Welcome Week evening activities, Experience DC, Student Involvement Fairs, Club Recognition Workshops, Student Leadership Receptions, Leadership Connections workshops and co-sponsored events for the graduating classes Senior week and AU After Dark Initiatives.
Student Activities
Mary Graydon, Room 271
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution
- Butler Pavilion, Room 408
- 202-885-3328
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Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution adjudicates non-academic violations of the Student Conduct Code and offers free and confidential mediation services to all members of the campus community.
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Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution
Butler Pavilion, Room 408
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Student Government
- Mary Graydon MGC 271
- 202-885-3390
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The Student Government shall serve as the primary representative of the American University undergraduate student body by advocating policy, producing programming, and providing services to the Student Body. The Student Government consists of all undergraduate students who have paid their student activity fee. Members of the Student Government shall be entitled to vote in elections and on referenda.
Student Government
Mary Graydon MGC 271
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Student Health Center
- McCabe 1st Floor
- 202-885-3380
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The Student Health Center provides primary care medical services and health education and wellness programming to AU students. The Student Health Center services include routine exam, allergy injection, immunizations.
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Summer & Semester Break Office Hours:
8am-4:30pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9am-4:30pm Wednesday
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9am-6pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:30am-6pm WednesdayStudent Health Center
McCabe 1st Floor
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Studio Art
- Katzen Arts Center, Room 101
- 202-885-1670
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Offers students tools to ambitiously engage historical and contemporary criteria for making art in programs including BA, BFA, MFA, and MFA Studio Berlin (summer program).
Studio Art
Katzen Arts Center, Room 101
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Summer Internship Program
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 202-895-4900
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Summer Internship Program
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Summer Sessions
- Asbury, Room 201
- 202-885-8000
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Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pmSummer Sessions
Asbury, Room 201
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Hurst Hall, Room 204
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Hurst Hall, Room 204
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- TESOL
- Letts Hall, Lower Level, Suite 5
- 202-885-2582
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202-885-2582
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Letts Hall, Lower Level, Suite 5
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Theatre & Musical Theatre
- Katzen Arts Center, Room 222
- 202-885-3414
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The Theatre and Musical Theatre Programs enable students to perform in, design, manage, or direct a production and succeed in a variety of professions outside the theatre. Students work closely with internationally recognized artists in core classes, electives, productions, and extra-curricular seminars and workshops.
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Katzen Arts Center, Room 222
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Transcripts & Certifications
- Asbury Building, Room 200
- 202-885-2200
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Official Transcripts
An official transcript is sealed and signed by the University Registrar.
Students may obtain a letter of certification or verification of their enrollment from the Academic Services Unit of the Office of the Registrar.202-885-2200
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Asbury Building, Room 200
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Treasury Operations
- New Mexico, Room 280
- 202-885-2715
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The function of Treasury Operations with the Office of Finance & Treasurer is to manage the University's working capital and liquidity needs as well as facilitate the electronic transfer of funds to meet the University's daily financial obligations.
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9:00AM-5:00 PMTreasury Operations
New Mexico, Room 280
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Undergraduate Admissions
Office of Enrollment - 202-885-6000
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Undergraduate Admissions
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016-8001
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- University Budget Office
- New Mexico, Room 350
- 202-885-3951
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The university's Budget Office develops annual and long-range university budgets for Board of Trustees' approval and administers the budgets throughout the fiscal year. We aim to provide a direct linkage between the university's strategic plan goals and resource allocations and partner with various constituencies and school budget managers to ensure best practices in budget and financial management.
University Budget Office
New Mexico, Room 350
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- University Center
- Mary Graydon, Room 274
- 202-885-3900
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The University Center offers the campus community and the public a wide variety of meeting, dining and entertainment options to enrich campus life and the educational experience at American University. Located in the heart of campus, we look to meet the co-curricular needs and interests of the University community by utilizing the University Center footprint as the primary venue for programs and events.
University Center
Mary Graydon, Room 274
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- University Communications
- Constitution, Room 130
- 202-885-5950
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American University Media Relations, an office within University Communications and Marketing, works daily with campus constituents to publicize all aspects of the university through media outlets and the university's Web site. The office consults campus offices, schools, and departments on media relations, strategic communication strategies, and Web communications to promote professors, programs, research, and events to external audiences and the news media.
University Communications
Constitution, Room 130
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- University Library
- Bender Library, Room 142
- 202-885-3232
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Please check the Library's website at for the most current information about hours and access.University Library
Bender Library, Room 142
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- University Marketing
- President's Bldg 2nd Floor
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President's Bldg 2nd Floor
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- University Publications
- Constitution, Room 150
- 202-885-5970
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University Publications
Constitution, Room 150
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- University Registrar
- Wisconsin (4200) 5th floor
- 202-885-2022
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University Registrar
Wisconsin (4200) 5th floor
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- UPS Store
- Butler Pavilion Tunnel
- 202-885-2030
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Photocopies, packaging/shipping supplies and services, fax services
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Mon - Th 8:30AM - 6:00PM
Sat 11:00AM - 5:00PM202-885-2030
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Butler Pavilion Tunnel
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Leonard Hall Lower Level
- 202-885-2720
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Leonard Hall Lower Level
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies
- Leonard Hall 101-F
- 202-885-3724
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Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies
Leonard Hall 101-F
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- VPGSR
- Leonard 1st Floor
- 202-885-3753
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Leonard 1st Floor
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Brandywine
- 202-885-1230
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WAMU 88.5 is the leading public radio station for NPR news and information in the greater Washington D.C. area. It is member-supported, professionally-staffed, and licensed to American University. Since 1961, WAMU 88.5 has provided programming to a growing audience that now totals more than 650,000 listeners in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.
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Brandywine
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Economic Policy Semester Seminar
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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The Washington Economic Policy Semester Seminar is an intensive examination of economic policy making in Washington. The heart of the seminar is on-site discussions with economic policy decision makers and economic policy analysts. Academic focus will be on global economic policy.
Washington Economic Policy Semester Seminar
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Internships for Native Students (WINS)
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 202-895-4900
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The Washington Internships for Native Students (WINS) offers students of sovereign American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian (AI/AN/NH) nations the opportunity to build leadership skills while living, studying, and interning in Washington, DC.
Washington Internships for Native Students (WINS)
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Semester Foreign Policy Program
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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Washington Semester students have a front-row seat for the action as foreign policy is discussed, debated, and drafted. As a foreign policy semester student, you have unparalleled opportunities to examine firsthand the emerging.
Washington Semester Foreign Policy Program
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Semester in Contemporary Islam
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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The Contemporary Islam semester combines a rigorous and in-depth investigation of Islamic resources, contributions, and insights with hands-on experience to allow you to develop expertise on Islamic perspectives along with professional skills and political experience.
Washington Semester in Contemporary Islam
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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Taking a company multinational is a necessity not a choice, and more than ever, an opportunity that no company can afford to neglect. During your Washington Semester you gain the knowledge and skills you need to become a marketable asset to the business world. D.C. is an international powerhouse.
Washington Semester in International Business & Trade
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
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The Washington Semester in International Law and Organizations focuses upon the expanding role of law in governing relations among nations, while an interdependent world turns to multinational organizations in the making of global policy.
Washington Semester in Int'l Law & Organizations
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Semester Program in American Politics
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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Washington, D.C. is the heart, soul, and lifeblood of politics in America. If you want to see how the game is played from the inside, apply for this program which has attracted politically interested students for more than 50 years. As an American Politics student, you will observe in-depth the machinations of our national government.
Washington Semester Program in American Politics
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Semester Program in Int'l Environment & Dev
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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(IED) semester combines the seminar in Washington, D.C. with an intensive 3-week field practicum in Galapagos Islands or Ghana. The seminar and overseas practicum, conducted in parallel with a two-day-per week internship component and a research project, provide a comprehensive experiential learning program in which students enter directly into the fields of international development and international environmental policy.
Washington Semester Program in Int'l Environment & Dev
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Semester Program in Journalism
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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Find out what it takes to be a member of the most elite and sometimes most despised groups around during this interactive, experiential semester. You examine virtually every aspect of journalism, from print and broadcast media to feature writing and media relations.
Washington Semester Program in Journalism
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Semester Program in Justice
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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You get a close – up look at how the legal system really works and at the people who define justice. The semester sweeps you into the political storm that surrounds issues of justice and introduces you to the experts and to the organizations that deal with the process on a daily basis.
Washington Semester Program in Justice
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Semester Program in Peace & Conflict Res
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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The International Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) program is grounded in the best practices of experiential and traditional learning pedagogies to foster learning and emphasize the importance of integrating theory, research and practice.
Washington Semester Program in Peace & Conflict Res
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Semester Program in Public Law
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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Explore the institutions and meet the practitioners who determine federal judicial policy in the public law semester. This program traces American public law through its origination, formulation, implementation, and interpretation.
Washington Semester Program in Public Law
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Washington Semester Program in Transforming Communities
- Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
- 800-424-2600
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Transforming Communities is a public policy program that addresses the concept of community, the factors that make a community healthy, and how forces at the local, state, and national level are used to create and strengthen community.In fact, Washington DC – from the international to the national to the community level – offers an ideal setting for Transforming Communities.
Washington Semester Program in Transforming Communities
Tenley - Constitution Hall, Room 100
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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The Pence Law Library is open to the public, except during reading and exam periods when access is limited to WCL faculty, staff, and students, and WCL alumni. Visitors to the Law Library are asked to check in with Security with proper identification and wear visitor badges while using the Library.
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Please check the Library's website for the most current information about hours and access.WCL Library
WCL
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- WCL Registrar
- WCL, Room 304
- 202-274-4080
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WCL, Room 304
4801 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- WCL,Washington College of Law
- WCL WCL 370
- 202-274-4000
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The Washington College of Law (WCL) equips students in unique ways to navigate this new reality. A top law school that provides an excellent legal education in all areas of the law, WCL has renowned programs in experiential learning (clinics and externships), international law, law and government, intellectual property, business, and gender. These vital programs create an environment rich with opportunities for you.
WCL,Washington College of Law
WCL WCL 370
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Women & Politics Institute
- Ward, Room 237
- 202-885-2903
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Women & Politics Institute
Ward, Room 237
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- Women's and Gender Studies
- Sports Center Annex, Room 170
- 202-885-2981
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Women's and Gender Studies
Sports Center Annex, Room 170
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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- World Languages and Cultures
- McCabe, Room 215
- 202-885-2381
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McCabe, Room 215
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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