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Flowers in courtyard near TESOL office.

Alumni ·

MA Student Spotlight: Lewis Erickson

Lewis Erickson is an MA TESOL student and multilingual interventionist currently working with elementary and middle school students in Washington, DC.
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Patty Caballero poses on campus

Alumni ·

Greetings from Patty Caballero

A monthly message to AU alumni from Alumni Association President Patty Caballero
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AU Alumni Association red and blue pom-poms

Alumni ·

Made New Year’s Resolutions? AU Can Help You Keep Them

From social events to fitness discounts to lifelong upskilling, AU’s alumni benefits can help you make good on your 2026 resolutions.
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Patty Caballero poses on campus

Alumni ·

Greetings from Patty Caballero

A monthly message to AU alumni from Alumni Association President Patty Caballero
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Christian SantaMaria

Alumni ·

A Foot in the Door

SPA alumnus Christian SantaMaria describes his pathway to public service
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Summar Lyons

Alumni ·

How One SIS Alum Found a New Career After Unexpected Layoff

After being unexpectedly laid off, Summar Lyons (SIS/MA ’14) leaned on AU's career resources and her professional network to land a new role helping young people access global leadership opportunities.
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An aerial view of Airlie in autumn

Alumni ·

AU’s Airlie Is a Serene Getaway for Alumni

With discounted room rates at the stunning Warrenton, Virginia property, AU alumni are invited to enjoy an Eagle benefit like no other.
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Patty Caballero poses on campus

Alumni ·

Greetings from Patty Caballero

A monthly message to AU alumni from Alumni Association President Patty Caballero
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Sharon Wolpoff, President Alger, and Charlie Lydecker stand together for a photo.

Alumni ·

Celebrating the Creative Spirit of Philanthropy

Amidst the 20th anniversary of the Katzen Arts Center, the annual President’s Circle Celebration honored alumna and artist Sharon Wolpoff with the 2025 Ansary Medal.
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Knowledge is Power breakfast

Alumni ·

“Everyone Has an AU Story”: University Urges Alumni to Share Theirs Amid Challenges to Higher Ed

University Advancement launches new breakfast series to engage DMV Eagles
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