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SOC in the Fall.

Communications ·

First Look: Fall 2025 at SOC

Check out what’s coming to SOC this fall!
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Kendall Staton will start working with the Washington Post this Fall.

Journalism ·

Diving into a Dream Job and a Master’s Program in DC

Incoming Journalism MA student and Washington Post Fellow Kendall Staton spoke to SOC about her background and what she’s excited for this coming semester.
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Amy Eisman honored with new scholarship

Journalism ·

Longtime SOC Professor Amy Eisman Honored with New Scholarship

Celebrating a legacy of mentorship and innovation, the Amy Eisman Scholarship for Innovation in Journalism honors the beloved AU professor’s transformative impact on generations of journalists.
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Civic Life Fellow Ridha Rayani

Communications ·

Listening, Leading, Belonging: A Freshman’s Civic Life Experience

How freshman Ridha Rayani found belonging and purpose through President Alger's Civic Life Fellowship initiative.
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Pallas Garvey presents research

Communications ·

Student Presents Original Research on True Crime and Personal Safety at National Conference

Pallas Garvey shares her experience developing and presenting her work at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research.
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SOC Journalism Award of Excellence winner Jane Fusco, worked for ABC News during the 2024 Inauguration, helping correspondents outside the White House.

Communications ·

Recognizing Excellence at SOC’s Journalism Awards

American University School of Communication celebrates the 2025 Journalism Awards recipients.
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Pam Kaufman and this group of honorees

Communications ·

SOC 30 Under 30: Learning, Leading, and Lifting Others

Global marketing expert, Pam Kaufman, reflects on her career and spirit of reinvention -- something that each of this group of honorees embodies with curiosity, creativity, and courage.
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New York Intensive 2025

Communications ·

Networking, Newsrooms, and Nightlife on the 2025 New York Intensive

SOC students reflect on their experiences meeting esteemed alumni and going BTS at communications agencies and newsrooms to explore future careers on their trip to New York City.
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Giovanna Roskosz Reis (SOC/MA ‘25)

Communications ·

Crafting Careers Behind the Scenes

SOC FMA graduate students find purpose, mentorship, and momentum in on-campus roles that blend passion with professionalism.
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The Hope Works team, photographed by AYM participant, Maya Hendricks

Communications ·

DC Youth Tell Their Stories Through Film

"Hope Works" captures growth, resilience, and the power of youth-led storytelling.
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