During the COVID-19 pandemic, only online/virtual events are permitted; in-person University-sponsored public events, both on and off campus, are suspended. Please see the latest information regarding university operations.
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Empowering Truth: Why America Needs True Journalists in an Increasingly Complicated World
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
Ann Curry
Award-winning Journalist
Live streamed programs. Advance registration required.
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Empowering Truth: Why America Needs True Journalists in an Increasingly Complicated World
In this moment, when truth is on its knees, as people are besieged with information and misinformation in a chaotic digital age, what is the role of journalists, in politics and policy both at home …more- Host
- School of Public Affairs, Sine Institute of Policy & Politics
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SIS Global to Local: Pandemics
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all of our lives for the last year. At the same time, the world continues to face challenges of other pandemics, such as HIV/AIDS and Ebola. During this first SIS Global to Local panel discussion of the spring semester, SIS professor Nina Yamanis will speak with experts about a variety of pandemics, the related impacts and challenges, and possible solutions for …more
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- School of International Service
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- Conferences. Panels. Speakers
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All Hands-on Deck: Understanding the Role of Business, Philanthropy, and Government in Creating Economic Justice
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
Wes Moore
CEO of the Robin Hood Foundation
Bestselling author, combat veteran, social entrepreneur
Live streamed programs. Advance registration required.
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All Hands-on Deck: Understanding the Role of Business, Philanthropy, and Government in Creating Economic Justice
Poverty is sticking, and often intergenerational and predictable. In this seminar, Wes will examine the root …more- Host
- School of Public Affairs, Sine Institute of Policy & Politics
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- Conferences. Panels. Speakers
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SOC Presents: Breaking Through: Conversations on Equity and Inclusion Across Media
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
SOC Presents: Breaking Through Conversations on Equity & Inclusion Across Media
Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at 7pm ET
To foster dialogue surrounding the feat of creating industry-wide change, the American University School of Communication is hosting a three-part panel series, Breaking Through: Conversations on Equity & Inclusion Across Media. The series will provide SOC students an opportunity to …more- Host
- School of Communication
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- Conferences. Panels. Speakers
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"Soup With Substance" Lunch Series
Kay Lounge4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
The Office of the University Chaplain invites you to Soup with Substance – a simple lunch (vegetarian & vegan soups) with food for thought. Topics vary each month! 50 Seats available, RSVP required to KSLC@american.edu. Please let us know if you have any dietary or disability-related accommodation requests.
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- Kay Spiritual Life Center
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- Meetings. Workshops. Trainings. Info Sessions
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Consensus Drives Strong Policy: the need for a comprehensive approach to our most challenging problems
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
Gary Locke
Washington’s 21st Governor
Former U.S. Secretary of Commerce, and America's Ambassador to China
Live streamed programs. Advance registration required.
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Consensus Drives Strong Policy: the need for a comprehensive approach to our most challenging problems
In this seminar series we will explore the need to work collectively on this nation’s most pressing …more- Host
- School of Public Affairs, Sine Institute of Policy & Politics
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- Conferences. Panels. Speakers
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Faculty Senate Meeting
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
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Women On Wednesdays: Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
In advance of International Women’s Day, please join the Women & Politics Institute for a virtual conversation with WPI Executive Director Betsy Fischer Martin and Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, author of the new book, The Daughters of Kobani: A Story of Rebellion, Courage, and Justice. She will share her on-the-ground reporting about an extraordinary group of women who took on the Islamic …more- Host
- School of Public Affairs, Women & Politics Institute
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- Conferences. Panels. Speakers
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Virtual Exhibit Opening Peace Corps’ 60th Anniversary Celebration
AU Museum, Katzen Arts Center4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
Please join Jack Rasmussen, director of American University Museum, and Patricia A. Wand, co-chair of Museum of the Peace Corps Experience, for a discussion about development of the exhibition Peace Corps at 60: Inside the Volunteer Experience.
The talk follows welcoming remarks by Sylvia Matthews Burwell, president of American University; Carol Spahn, acting director of Peace Corps; and Glenn …more- Host
- American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center
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- Arts and Entertainment
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Getting Back to Work: The importance of building strong policy and partnerships to support and expand our workforce
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
Suzanne P. Clark
President, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Live streamed programs. Advance registration required.
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Getting Back to Work: The importance of building strong policy and partnerships to support and expand our workforce
What does a job really mean to a community? Financial security, personal opportunity, better health, a stronger environment, and investment in all the …more- Host
- School of Public Affairs, Sine Institute of Policy & Politics
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- Conferences. Panels. Speakers
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Nicole Awai: AU Department of Art Visiting Artist Series
AU Museum, Katzen Arts Center4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
Join artist Nicole Awai for a virtual lecture presented by American University's Department of Art and the AU Museum.
Awai earned her master’s degree in Multimedia Art from the University of South Florida in 1996. She attended the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture residency in 1997 and was artist in residence at the Studio Museum in Harlem in 2000. Awai was a featured artist in the 2005 …more- Host
- American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center
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- Arts and Entertainment
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2021 Annual Tri-School Ph.D. Research Conference
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
2021 Annual Tri-School Ph.D. Research Conference Friday, March 5, 2021 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
This will be a virtual event conducted via zoom. Reservations are required and can be reserved for free online, https://tprc-graduate-symposium.eventbrite.com
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Ph.D. programs in the School of International Service, the School of Public Affairs, and the School of …more- Host
- School of Communication
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- Conferences. Panels. Speakers
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SIS Global to Local: Girls' Education
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
Investing in girls’ education transforms communities, countries, and the world. Girls’ education strengthens economies and reduces inequality, contributing to more stable, resilient societies. But despite the evidence demonstrating how critical girls’ education is, gender disparities in education persist, even in some of the wealthiest cities and countries.
In honor of International Women's Day, …more- Host
- School of International Service
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- Conferences. Panels. Speakers
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Political Theory Colloquium Lecture Series
Virtual Meeting Room4400 Massachusetts AvenueWashingtonDC20016
Political Theory Colloquium Lecture Series
Founded by Alan Levine, this lecture series has brought noted speakers to campus for more than 15 years. The colloquia provide a focal point for the community to engage in a common conversation, and also enrich the discussions that occur in particular classes.
All events are live via Zoom. You must register for the event in advance and the Zoom link will …more- Host
- School of Public Affairs, Political Theory Institute
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- Conferences. Panels. Speakers
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