The Office of the Dean of Students supports student learning through programs and services that promote growth and development, communicate the values and standards of the AU community, and advocate for students' needs.
At AU, we know that parents and families are important partners on a student's journey. For help in navigating our many offices and resources, please reach out to the Parent and Family Engagement office, auparent@american.edu
The Dean of Students office is hybrid-teleworking as part of American University’s COVID-19 mitigation efforts. Students can schedule phone or virtual appointments with the Dean of Students staff.
AU students now have access to a personalized wellness platform, You@American, with self-checks and evaluations to help each student assess their challenges, set their own goals, and support their emotional wellbeing. Create the account through your AU portal and get started!
Here are quick, direct links to key services and support for all AU students this academic year.
The Care Network allows AU community members to share concerns about student behaviors if you recognize signs of distress or observe disruptive behavior.
Any student, faculty, staff or community member of American University may refer an incident that violates the Student Conduct Code to be resolved by Student Conduct.
AU is committed to responding promptly and effectively to reports of discrimination. Learn more about the processes and support services offered by the Office of Equity & Title IX.
This form may be used to report hazing activity. Every member of the University community is responsible for reporting actual or suspected hazing activities to the Dean of Students Office or to Public Safety as soon as possible.
AU students generally are good neighbors and adhere to the University’s Student Conduct Code. In the rare occasion when student conduct-related issues arise, neighbors are encouraged to share information about the incident.
