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Research ·

Deter, Detect, Defend

The establishment of centers and institutes also marks an important shift in AU’s growth as a research institution and ensures an inclusive approach to addressing today’s challenges and preparing a capable and compassionate workforce of graduates.
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Jill Black, SOC/BA '83, delivers a speech at a podium at a Change Can't Wait event.

Alumni ·

For Alumna Jill Black, Opportunity Is Everything

Change Can’t Wait Campaign Volunteer Jill Black, SOC/BA ’83, advocates for student entrepreneurship at AU.
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Jill Black delivers a speech at a podium at a Change Can't Wait event

Alumni ·

For Alumna Jill Black, Opportunity Is Everything

Change Can’t Wait Campaign Volunteer Jill Black, SOC/BA ’83, advocates for student entrepreneurship at AU.
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Veloric Center For Entrepreneurship

Announcement ·

The New Veloric Center for Entrepreneurship: Fostering Innovation and Building a Legacy at American University’s Kogod School of Business

A gift from the Veloric family will fund expanded opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs through experiential learning, pitch competitions, and an enhanced incubator program for students and alumni.
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Collage of photos from the Sine 5-Year Celebration.

Achievements ·

The Sine Institute Celebrates Its 5 Year Anniversary

The Sine Institute is happy to celebrate 5 years of encouraging communication, collaboration, and change.
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Alumni Neil Kerwin, Bronté Burleigh-Jones, and Michael Scher pose with fresh produce, all Airlie CSA offerings.

Alumni ·

Three Eagles Link Up to Unlock the Potential of Airlie, the Groundbreaking Change Can’t Wait Gift

An 18-month plan envisions long-term sustainability, local buy-in, and community-supported agriculture for the historic 300-acre “island of thought.”
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Kogod professor Sonya Grier and Chicago Tribune journalist Kim Quillen seated in conversation onstage at the University Club of Chicago.

Alumni ·

Change Can’t Wait on the Road: Chicago Highlights

A conversation between Kogod professor Sonya Grier and journalist Kim Quillen, SOC/MA ’93, discussed racial inequities in food marketing and Illinois’ newest food policy initiatives.
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Professor Abu-Nimer delivering his lecture in the SIS atrium.

Announcement ·

AU Installs Abdul Aziz Said Chair in International Peace and Conflict Resolution Honoring Peacebuilding Pioneer

Professor Mohammed Abu-Nimer carries on the legacy of his late colleague, friend, and peacebuilding pioneer.
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Professor Abu-Nimer delivering his lecture in the SIS atrium.

Announcement ·

AU Installs Abdul Aziz Said Chair in International Peace and Conflict Resolution Honoring Peacebuilding Pioneer

Professor Mohammed Abu-Nimer carries on the legacy of his late colleague, friend, and peacebuilding pioneer.
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Kogod professor Sonya Grier and Chicago Tribune journalist Kim Quillen seated in conversation onstage at the University Club of Chicago.

Research ·

Change Can’t Wait on the Road: Chicago Highlights

A conversation between Kogod professor Sonya Grier and journalist Kim Quillen, SOC/MA ’93, discussed racial inequities in food marketing and Illinois’ newest food policy initiatives.
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