The Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab (PERIL) at American University developed the Nihilistic Violent Extremism (NVE) Tracker, a publicly accessible online tool that focuses on threats to young people vulnerable to manipulation.
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Provost Vicky Wilkins announced a new collaboration to pilot Futurenav Compass, an AI-driven platform that empowers students to document their unique skills and connect directly with industry professionals.
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American University Baker School of Education launches Baker School of Education the Advancing College Teaching for Student Success (ACTSS) National Center, with support of Lumina Foundation and ECMC Foundation.
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A new report from the Institute for Macroeconomic and Policy Analysis shows high “excess returns” often reflect weaker competitive pressures, with adverse consequences for long-run growth and the income gap.
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This is the seventh consecutive year that SPA ranked among the top 5 percent of public affairs schools in the country, and the sixth year in a row that the school has held the distinction of the highest rated school in Washington, D.C.
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Acclaimed authors, award-winning journalists, and leaders in international relations, public service, politics, and finance will address American University graduates during 2026 Spring Commencement.
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A national program that aims to combat extremist and political violence has made its home at AU as the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab (PERIL) joint effort with Bedrock. 
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The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs named AU a top producer for the 2025–26 Fulbright U.S. Student Program.
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New 5-Year Strategic Plan Emphasizes Guaranteed Funded Internships, AI Literacy, Civic Engagement, New Curricula, and Campus-DC Connections
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