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New Capital Jewish Museum aims to give a full picture of Jewish life in DC

By Owen Auston-Babcock | June 20

‘Notorious Ruth Bader Ginsburg’ exhibit visiting until Nov. 30

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DC Peace Team board member says unarmed police forces are “highly effective,” as conflicting student opinions linger

By Francine Worsoff | June 9

Experts share insights into why unarmed civilian protection, conflict mediation and relationship building can prevent gun violence in the U.S. amid rising shooting rates

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Peter Starr to step down as University provost

By Tyler Davis | June 7

Vicky Wilkins will serve as acting provost in interim 

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AU’s neighbors are hopeful about their relationship with the University

By Mackenzie Konjoyan and Katie Mass | June 7

Despite past conflicts, nearby residents are optimistic about working with AU on campus planning

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Comida y Comunidad: Un evento para celebrar con todos

By Sophie Cazares | June 5

AU LULAC organizó una noche para celebrar la cultura Latina y conocer nuevos miembros de la comunidad

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Bridget Trogden named new dean of undergraduate education and academic student services

By Abigail Turner | May 4

Trogden will follow Dean Jessica Waters, who is stepping down from the role

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Profs and Pints: Evento sobre la crisis en Brasil y Perú

By Aline Behar Kado | May 4

Profesor adjunto de American University, Fulton Armstrong expusó sobre las crisis políticas en Latino America, enfocándose en Brasil y Perú

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Rompiendo estereotipos en las artes

By Ava Agostinelli | May 3

American University y DC encabezan un abundante representación de perspectivas

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El futuro de la inmigración a los Estados Unidos y como la lucha sigue

By Sophie Cazares and Sarai Batallas | May 3

Con cambios recientes al programa de DACA, estudiantes y activistas comparten sus reacciones

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American University’s Community Working Group on Preventing and Responding to Sexual Harassment and Violence holds their final meeting

By Tyler Davis | May 2

Final recommendations are expected to be submitted to President Burwell within the next month

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AU’s Model UN team reflects on rise to fame and what the future holds

By Samantha Skolnick | May 1

"What made us get here is what’s going to keep us here."

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‘Myrna on Main Street’ web series aims to increase engagement in local businesses

By Ellie White | May 1

The series helps independent Tenleytown businesses struggling from the pandemic 

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American University’s acceptance rate nearly doubles for the Class of 2025

By Kathryn Squyres | May 1

A deeper look at AU’s admissions

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When it comes to faculty diversity, students and faculty say AU has more work to do

By Mariana Trujillo and Katie Mass | May 1

As AU measures ‘Inclusive Excellence’ progress, students find representation falls short in the classroom

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AU ANC commissioners bring student voices to DC politics

By Abigail Hatting | May 1

“I’m young. I’m still a college student. But I do feel like I can at least try to make an impact in the community.”

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Student organizations highlight a lack of intersectionality in campus activism

By Isabella Brown and Tyler Davis | May 1

Although some student organizations make an effort to include a diversity of voices, many still feel that political activism on campus overlooks marginalized groups

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With small numbers, AU STEM students find community

By Zoe Bell | May 1

"I think that AU has an increasing focus on becoming a STEM school."

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