Alumni ·
The Power to Change a Life
The 20th Celebration of Scholarships honors the impact of support and thanks donors.
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Alumni ·
On Founders Day 2017: “Get Clawed to the Ball”
Here’s what we have planned for our third annual giving day.
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Alumni ·
Student Filmmaker Finds Calling at AU
Matt Cipollone, SOC/MFA '18, discusses his new documentary and how AU has helped him develop his work.
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In the Community ·
American University Receives Gift of Airlie Center in Warrenton Virginia
Historic “Island of Thought” will continue to serve as platform for academic initiative.
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Alumni ·
AU Alumna Supports Aspiring Filmmakers
Sophia Neel Kountz, SOC/MA '85, established the Neel Foundation Fund in honor of John Douglass to support Film and Media Arts graduate students.
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Achievements ·
Two Environmental Policy Students Awarded William K. Reilly Scholarships
On Thursday, March 31, SPA's Center for Environmental Policy will award first-year graduate students Maggie McCarey and Maria Athayde with the William K. Reilly Scholarship.
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Alumni ·
A Friendship that Inspires Giving Back
Rick Davis, SPA '74, establishes the Nick Charles Scholarship for students pursuing a career in journalism.
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Achievements ·
2016 Celebration of Scholarships Highlights the Impact of Philanthropy
This year’s program featured a three-time alumna donor, a student who made his way to Washington from a tiny island, and an operatic example of philanthropy in action.
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Student Life ·
Students Celebrate the Season by Giving Thanks
To express their gratitude, students write over 160 thank you letters to AU donors at the annual thanksGIVING event.
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Arts ·
AU Museum Receives Gift to Support Washington Art
Alumna and art advocate Carolyn Alper’s gift will establish the Alper Initiative for Washington Art.
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