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Joshua Gates on the quad

Student Life ·

Music as Diplomacy: An Air Force Clarinetist’s Journey to SIS

In honor of Veterans Day, meet executive master’s student Joshua Gates, who went back to school after retiring from the military after 26 years of service.
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A group of students standing in front of The Market.

On Campus ·

AU’s Campus Food Pantry Testifies to the Power of Kindness

During AU’s 2025 Week of Kindness, supporting The Market is a powerful way to combat student hunger and reduce stigma around food insecurity.
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Share the Sweetness

On Campus ·

A Sweet Tradition: AU Builds Belonging During Second Annual Week of Kindness

The campus community enjoyed sweet treats and shared thoughtful words on the quad, November 11.
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On Campus ·

“A Living Laboratory”: Solution Summit Explores How Higher Ed Can Solve Complex Challenges

AU’s new Democracy Innovation Lab at the Sine Institute hosted a daylong symposium centered on the intersection of education, AI, and civic life.
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Peer advisors

On Campus ·

Meet CAS Student Peer Advisors Ellie, Frank, Adela, and Michelle

Student advisors talk about the questions they get the most, the advice they wish every student heard, and how they balance it all at AU
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On Campus ·

Help Stock The Market for the Holidays

During the season of giving, consider a gift to AU’s food pantry for students.
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An AU graduate student peruses items in the FIT Closet. Photo by Jeff Watts.

On Campus ·

No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem

The Formalwear and Interview Threads (FIT) Closet in the Spring Valley Building, launched this fall, provides professional attire to graduate students at no cost.
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Sydney Henry. Illustration by Jaylene Arnold.

On Campus ·

Eagle Tales: Power Lifter and Library Pro

AU boasts about 1,700 dedicated staff members. Meet one here: Sydney Henry, communications coordinator at the University Library.
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Layma Murtaza, SIS/MS ’25

Student Life ·

One Student’s International Career Journey to SIS

We spoke to Layma Murtaza, SIS/MS ’25, about her international work experience and her journey to SIS.
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The AU Music Program’s annual holiday concert. Photo: Noah Puzzo.

On Campus ·

What AU Music Faculty Are Listening to This Holiday Season

Favorites range from the classical canon to contemporary
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