Student Life ·
An SIS Student's Digital Scrapbook: The First Fall Semester in Review
Ruchel Limbos, SIS/BA '28, incorporates a mix of tankas, prose, and photos to represent her first semester at American University.
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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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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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Research ·
As US Hunger Rises, Trump Administration's 'Efficiency' Goals Cause Massive Food Waste
Professor Garrett Graddy-Lovelace writes about food waste during President Trump's second term in this piece published by The Conversation.
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International ·
Meet Interim Dean Rachel Sullivan Robinson
We sat down with Rachel Sullivan Robinson, interim dean of the School of International Service, to learn more about what motivates her and how she hopes to engage the community in shaping the school's future.
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International ·
Why Do Students Lead Protest Movements? SIS Expert Explains Youth Activism
SIS professor Omekongo Dibinga explains the major role students and youth have played in protest movements for decades.
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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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International ·
Trump’s Ability to Counter Netanyahu’s Spoiler Tactics in Public May Have Been Key to Advancing a Ceasefire In Gaza
SIS professor Boaz Atzili analyzes how Donald Trump’s response to Netanyahu’s tactics may have been key to advancing a Gaza ceasefire.
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Political Science ·
Irish America Rises
SPA and SIS professors examine how the Irish-American lobby protected the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement against Brexit-related threats
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International ·
The United Nations Turns 80
SIS professor Michael Schroeder explains the history and accomplishments of the United Nations on its 80th anniversary.
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