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SOC & Photo Collective Present: A Talk with Anna Moneymaker

Tuesday, September 17th 6-7pm

Join us for a moderated question and answer session between #AUSOC Alumna Anna Moneymaker, SOC/BA'18, and Photo Collective Co-Director, Isabelle Ritz, SOC/BA'25, to discuss Anna's experiences as a photojournalist documenting historic events such as the rally in Butler, PA where the assassination attempt on Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump occurred. RSVP Here

 

SciPop Talks with SOC Faculty at Bender Library

SciPop Talks: The Shadow Side of Play - Gamers and the Rise of the Far Right
Wednesday, September 18th 7pm-8pm

Games are supposed to be fun! So how did gaming fandom become so toxic? In this talk Dr. Adrienne Massanari will discuss the ways 2014’s Gamergate harassment campaign changed the internet for the worse, and how we can make games (and the internet) fun again. Join us at the Library for the first installment of the fall 2024 SciPop! Talks series and stay after for snacks and activities! Register now!

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What You Can Be at SOC

Friday, September 27th 4:30 - 6:00pm 

Join us for "What You Can Be at SOC," a panel talk that asks all the big questions from a few of our talented students at SOC! Hear firsthand how to land an internship, write for the Eagle, join a club, and participate in awesome experiential learning opportunities. Moderated by our new SOC Dean, Dr. Marnel Niles Goins, this panel will provide a roadmap of the unique opportunities on and off campus to make the most out of your college experience. RSVP Here

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"We Are Guardians" Film Screening and Panel Discussion

Monday, September 30th 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Come and experience the thrill of We Are Guardians, the critically acclaimed film that takes us to the heart of the Brazilian Amazon and the fight to protect it. Witness a powerful story of hope and resilience against the backdrop of an urgent environmental crisis. After the screening, join us for a Q&A with the filmmakers, moderated by Professor Larry Engel. Register Here

Recent Past Events

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The AU PRSSA 50th Anniversary Celebration

Saturday, September 14th 5pm-7:30pm

Join us as we celebrate:

  • 50 years of achievements both as a chapter and individually
  • 10 consecutive years of "Star Chapter" Awards
  • Recipients of numerous individual scholarships and awards including the Betsy Plank Award, the John Graham Award, the Ruth Edelman Award, the National Gold Key Award, the Ofield Dukes Multicultural Award, and many other recognitions
  • National Affiliation of our PR firm, Eagle Communications
  • The creation of the "Icons of DC" Awards
  • And much more! RSVP Here

 

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Each year the School of Communication hosts many exciting events including screenings, guest speakers, seminars, and receptions.

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