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Ryan Greer, Chief Strategy Officer, PERIL

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American University Forges New National Effort to Prevent Ideological Violence

A national program that aims to combat extremist and political violence has made its home at AU as the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab (PERIL) joint effort with Bedrock. 
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Fulbright 2025-2026

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American University Named a Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs named AU a top producer for the 2025–26 Fulbright U.S. Student Program.
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AU New Strategic Plan

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Meet Our Moment: American University Pledges Career Readiness for All Students

New 5-Year Strategic Plan Emphasizes Guaranteed Funded Internships, AI Literacy, Civic Engagement, New Curricula, and Campus-DC Connections
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Pictured: Joan Danziger, Gertrude Overnickel (Sunshine Girl's Love Band), 2010 (Right), and Ilana Manolson, Vernal Pond, 2015 (Left)

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Five Dynamic Exhibitions Open Spring Season at American University Museum

The American University Museum opens its 2026 season with six new exhibits featuring works by local, national, and international sculptors, painters, and mixed media artists.
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AU Hillel Award

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American University Hillel Honored with Innovation Award for University Unity Meal Program

AU Hillel played a key role bringing students, faculty, staff, and alumni together to reflect our shared humanity and reinforce AU’s commitment to a welcoming campus community
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Admiral James Stavridis

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Former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO to Address American University Class of 2025

American University announces Admiral James Stavridis as the keynote speaker for the fall 2025 commencement.
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Sine Fellows and Distinguished Scholars Class 2026

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The Sine Institute Announces 2026 Class of  Fellows and Distinguished Lecturers

Sine Institute of Policy & Politics at American University announced its eighth class of Sine Institute Fellows and Distinguished Lecturers.
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Gender on the Ballot. She Leads: Progress and Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics. A survey of voter attitudes on women's leadership and the current political environment

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She Leads: Progress & Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics

New Poll Reveals Voters Want More Women in Office, but Bias and Stereotypes Still Shape the Presidency
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Democracy Initiative Logo

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American University Launches New Democracy Initiatives to Strengthen Civic Engagement and Innovation

To strengthen civic engagement and innovation, American University launches a suite of connected democracy initiatives.
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Degree in Business Analytics and AI

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The Kogod School of Business at American University Unveils AI Major, Minor, Badges, and Certificates 

The new suite of academic offerings in Business Analytics & AI includes an undergraduate major, undergraduate minor, graduate master’s degree, and certificates and badges. 
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