First Person ·
The Global Rise of Right-Wing Extremism
Ask the Expert: Right-Wing Extremism. Professor Cynthia shares her expertise on recent terrorist attacks and the rise of right-wing extremism across the world.
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In the Community ·
Welcome to Campus: Education Center Helps DC Kids See a Collegiate Future
The Center for Postsecondary Readiness and Success connects with DC middle school students.
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Education ·
From Theory to Practice
EPL students present findings from their Summer 2018 field projects with DC-based organizations.
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Education ·
School of Education Launches Dual Enrollment Program for DC Students
American University’s School of Education (SOE) has officially welcomed its first cohort of DC high-school students to the new Dual Enrollment Program, a partnership between SOE and District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS).
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Achievements ·
Dean Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy Joins Deans for Impact
Dean Cheryl-Holcomb McCoy is chosen as a member of nationwide Deans for Impact group of influential educators.
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Achievements ·
AU Wins Grants for Work to Make Postsecondary Education Accessible to All
American University’s new Center for Postsecondary Readiness and Success received three grants totaling more than $400,000 from Civic Nation, The Kresge Foundation, and Raise DC.
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Science ·
AU Teaches DC High School Students Innovation and Entrepreneurship Fundamentals
AU brought students from DC’s Woodson STEM High School to campus, giving them an introduction to product development, innovation, and customer discovery.
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Education ·
Closing the College Opportunity Gap
A new center at American University aims for all U.S. students to get on the path to postsecondary success.
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Alumni ·
AU Alumna Named Interim School Chancellor
AU alumna Amanda Alexander (PhD, education) has been named interim school chancellor for the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS).
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Education ·
From Theory to Practice, 2017
EPL students present findings from their summer 2017 field projects with DC-based organizations.
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