Announcement ·
Meet the 2026 Student Commencement Speakers: Danny Tapp and Rebecca Morris
From rehearsal rooms to data systems, two AU students will take the stage at Class of 2026 commencement
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On Campus ·
A Commencement Nine Years in the Making
After nearly a decade of balancing a full-time career at AU with her studies, Chandni Ramwani, Kogod/BSBA ’26, director of strategic initiatives and special projects in the College of Arts and Sciences, will walk across the graduation stage next week.
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Arts ·
AU Songwriters' Hub: Where Student Musicians Become Recording Artists
Meet the student musicians—and stream their work on Spotify
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Literature ·
A Poet in the Eternal City: David Keplinger’s Reflections on Rome
Poet and American University Literature Professor David Keplinger reflects on his Rome Prize fellowship and time spent pursuing Caravaggio across Italy
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Science ·
Earth Day, Every Day: AU Research Driving Environmental Change
From local rivers to polar seas, AU’s environmental researchers are uncovering the stories shaping our planet’s future
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Arts ·
Studio Art MFA Thesis Exhibition Pushes Art's Boundaries
Opening at the AU Museum April 18
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Research ·
Meet the 2026 Mathias Conference Winners
American University’s 36th Annual Robyn Rafferty Mathias Student Research Conference continues momentum with growing student participation
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Achievements ·
CAS Faculty Recognized for Excellence in Teaching, Scholarship, and Inclusion
2026 University Awards awarded to Professors Nate Harshman, Mary Frances Giandrea, Dan Kerr, and Sarah Trembath
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On Campus ·
Game On: AU Student’s National Cathedral Game Nearing Completion
Computer science student Joseph DeNavas, CAS/BS ’26, is bringing the DC landmark to life in the virtual world, leading a collaborative to launch a Lego-inspired quest through the Gothic church by August 2026.
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Literature ·
Patricia Park on Writing, Stand-Up Comedy, and Her Latest Young Adult Novel
AU professor of literature and creative writing shares how performing stand-up comedy inspired her latest YA novel, Ambrosia Lee Drops the Mic
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