Research ·
The SPA Political Theory Institute kicked off its spring semester lecture series recently with a presentation by John Pfaff, author of “Locked In: The True Causes of Mass Incarceration and How to Achieve Real Reform."
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Research ·
An AU School of Public Affairs doctoral student studying comparative politics and American politics, recently received a scholarship from the Gill Family Foundation to support her dissertation research.
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Research ·
Bullying presents a critical issue for educators, given its negative repercussions for both the direct victims and the overall school climate. A growing issue is that lesbian, gay, bisexual (LGB) students experience a disproportionate amount of bullying.
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Environment ·
On March 8, Will Baker, president of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF), will receive the William K. Reilly Award from American University School of Public Affairs’ Center for Environmental Policy.
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Alumni ·
Daniel Hilferty (SPA/MPA '81), president and CEO of Independence Blue Cross, says fixing health care is the challenge of our time. With health care spending representing 18 percent of the gross national product, the need for bipartisan action is urgent.
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Environment ·
On March 8, Mamie Parker, former chief of staff and head of fisheries at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, will receive the William K. Reilly Award from American University School of Public Affairs’ Center for Environmental Policy.
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Professional News ·
The Southern Political Science Association chose AU School of Public Affairs’ Karen O’Connor as the recipient of its Diane Blair Award. The biannual award honors political scientists who have played outstanding roles in politics and government.
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Government & Politics ·
SPA hosted U.S. Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) and Republican Rep. David Brat (R-VA) on campus for a discussion that highlighted the lawmakers’ philosophical differences and, more importantly, their areas of common ground.
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Research ·
Artificial intelligence has incredible promise to make the world a better place. But the technology is also creating a growing concern about its potential to do harm.
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On Campus ·
Students say they enjoy deep discussions in political theory classes, but they worry that it has limited job prospects. Now, a one-credit class taught by practitioners at think tanks, nonprofits, and in journalism may just change their minds.
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