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Person standing with pride flag

In the Community ·

Doors Opening or Closing: Navigating AAPI and LGBTQ+ Intersecting Identities in America

As Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ends and Pride Month begins, members of the AU family in both communities reflect on the intersection of those identities.
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Jeffrey Moeller, Soukayna Lakhsassi, and Lina Abisoghomyan

In the Community ·

Mentoring Program Strengthens SIS Students’ Career Development

The SIS mentoring program has evolved since its initial launch in 2019, helping foster mentoring relationships even through the pandemic.
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Pride parade. Photo by Ian Taylor.

In the Community ·

Pride Month 2022: Celebration, Honor, Activism, and Justice

At a time when LGBTQI+ rights are at risk, CAS faculty share what we need to know about Pride
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Kenneth Meier. Summer Diversity Academy participants.

Announcement ·

SPA Hosts First Annual Summer Diversity Academy

Initiative looks to support the research and careers of underrepresented doctoral students and junior faculty.
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Dog in a cage

Announcement ·

New Research Identifies Key Differences Between Intentional Animal Abuse and Neglect

A new study by American University and the Animal Welfare Institute analyzed and categorized crimes against animals as either neglect or intentional cruelty. The research is based on newly available police data from across the country.
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New Dean of Kogod School of Business David Marchick

Announcement ·

David Marchick Named Dean of American University’s Kogod School of Business

A prominent leader with decades of experience in global finance and private equity, public policy, and service, David Marchick joins American University as dean of the Kogod School of Business.
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Patrick Fort, left, and Ruth Tam host WAMU's Dish City podcast. (Photo by Tyrone Turner)

In the Community ·

WAMU Podcast Dish City Earns Prestigious Award

Dish City Tackles DC Culture and Social Issues Through its Food
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The Meltzers

Announcement ·

$10 Million Gift Will Advance Student Thriving and Athletics at American University

The Commitment is Part of a Historic $15 Million Cumulative Gift to Support the Center for Athletic Performance (CAP)
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Students walking around the AU Quad

On Campus ·

Student Guide to Staying Healthy and Well at AU

Health and wellness resources and advice from fellow CAS students
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The first supervisors academy aims to build a culture of belonging and thriving.

On Campus ·

Piloting a Program That Betters How AU Works

AU's first supervisors academy aims to build a culture of belonging and thriving.
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