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Student Life ·
Karin Akerson, CAS/BSG ’96, believed in the transformative power of education. A scholarship named in her memory has done just that for its latest recipient: Ishita Jamar, SOC/BA ’23.
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On Campus ·
American University faculty are the leading experts in these essential fields of study (and more). AU scholar-teachers are finding solutions to the world’s most pressing issues and shaping the next generation of changemakers.
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Announcement ·
The Karin A. Akerson Memorial Scholarship Fund creates more affordable education for four future teachers.
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Alumni ·
AU Changemakers Honored at the 2022 President’s Circle Celebration
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American University supporters gathered on November 10 to attend the annual President’s Circle Celebration—in person for the first time since the start of the pandemic.
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Announcement ·
Powered by Gen Z, the SOC Communication Collaborative for Change (SOC3) is a groundbreaking new initiative designed to diversify the communications industry and give AU students true agency experience.
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In the Community ·
WAMU has been connecting Washingtonians with each other and the world for over 60 years through programming and work in the community.
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Technology ·
Kogod School of Business professor Heng Xu is redefining corporate social responsibility through her work in artificial intelligence and more.
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Announcement ·
The Commitment is Part of a Historic $15 Million Cumulative Gift to Support the Center for Athletic Performance (CAP)
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Alumni ·
Katherine Pringle, SPA/BA ’90, and her husband, John McCormick, believe that young people are the lynchpin in addressing the world’s most challenging problems, from climate change to world hunger to income disparity.
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