Panel discussing CECE

Announcement ·

American University Launches Center for Environment, Community, and Equity

There is a new center on American University’s campus ready to take action towards a more just and sustainable world.
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Liz Truss

International ·

UK Prime Minister Forced from Office amid Economic Turmoil

Just months into the job, Prime Minister Liz Truss has become the shortest-lived UK prime minister in history.
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Exterior of School of International Service Building

Announcement ·

SIS Welcomes 11 New Full-Time Faculty Members

11 new full-time faculty members joined SIS for the 2022-2023 school year.
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Building Rubble in Ukraine

International ·

Crippling Civilian Infrastructure Has Long Been Part of Russian Generals’ Playbook

SIS professor Benjamin Jensen discusses Russia's key strategy of noncontact warfare and targeting critical infrastructure.
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AU alumna Christelle Nadia Fotso walking in the Barcelona Marathon

Alumni ·

Going the Distance to Make a Difference

Alumna Christelle Nadia Fotso Takes on NYC Marathon to Raise Awareness, Advocate for Disability Rights
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2022 Qatar World Cup soccer ball on a field

International ·

The 2022 World Cup in Qatar is about More Than Soccer

The 2022 World Cup is fast approaching, but the host country is facing concerns over human rights, event management, and the quality of life for residents.
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Doreen Bogdan-Martin speaks after receiving AU’s inaugural Outstanding Technology Policy Changemaker Award in September 2021

Alumni ·

Changemaking Alumna Elected First Woman to Lead UN Technology Agency

Doreen Bogdan-Martin will work to protect the right to communicate and strive to connect the world as secretary-general of the International Telecommunication Union.
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School of International Service alumna Hannah Hunt

Alumni ·

SIS Alumna Hannah Hunt Leads Team to Develop New Defense Software

SIS alumna Hannah Hunt discusses her career and the importance of technology in international security.
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Man holding photo of Mahsa Amini in protest

International ·

Four Things to Know about The Ongoing Protests in Iran

SIS professor Shadi Mokhtari provides perspective on current protests in Iran.
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close-up on Brazilian flag

International ·

Five Questions about Brazil’s Upcoming Presidential Election

SIS professor Agustina Giraudy answers questions about Brazil’s upcoming elections, which begin on October 2.
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