• Flying Cheap is a documentary on the safety of regional air carriers by PBS Frontline and Investigative Reporting Workshop at the American University School of Communication
  • Nick Clooney, host of the Reel Journalism series by SOC and the Newseum, invited NBC Nightly News anchor Brian Williams to discuss the movie "Absence of Malice."

    Reel Journalism

    Nick Clooney, host of the Reel Journalism series by SOC and the Newseum, invited NBC Nightly News anchor Brian Williams to discuss the movie "Absence of Malice."

  • NYC Marketing Trip

    Careers Front and Center

    On the 8th Annual NYC Marketing Trip, students visited a variety of marketing, public relations, and communications firms.

  • The Crimson Wing.

    Green Screen

    The Spring 2010 Environmental Film series kicks off with a screening of Disneynature's Crimson Wing and and Q&A with director Matthew Aeberhard.

  • The Observer is an online magazine produced by the School of Communication's graduate journalism program.
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  • January 28 Students Pitch Ideas to NBC Execs

    16 nervous journalism students pitch their concepts for an original webisode to D.C.'s NBC affiliate’s top executives.

  • January 25 What Makes a Great Political Speech?

    Former Al Gore speechwriter and American University professor outlines key elements just in time for Obama's first State of the Union.

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A new AU

AnewAU will meet SOC's space needs by renovating the stately McKinley Building, creating modern classrooms, & spaces for public forums & exhibitions.

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Engaging Communities

SOC gives students a unique opportunity to get involved with DC communities.

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Environmental Filmmaking

Larry Engel

Professor and filmmaker Larry Engel's new book provides tools for filmmakers with sustainable production in mind.

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SOC Online Courses Tout

SOC offers an array of online courses, providing students the opportunity to continue their studies away from AU.

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Angie Chuang

Our students, faculty and alumni are shaping the future of communication.

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