AU's mace is one of many symbols that will ground AU President Jon Alger's inauguration. Photo by Jeff Watts.

Inauguration Traditions Are More Than Symbolic

From the mace to the regalia, decipher the meaning and history behind President Jon Alger’s forthcoming inauguration.
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AU Honored as a Top Fulbright Producing Institution in 2024–25

The AU Gospel Choir sings at a Black History Month commemoration service on February 26. Photo by Julia Gibson.

Many Hands Change the World

In this thumbnail from a video, H. Kent Baker speaks to AU President Jon Alger.

The Enduring Legacy of an AU Love Story: Lifelong AU Connections Inspire Historic Gift to Name the School of Education (SOE)

AU community members conduct research in the Hall of Science. Photo by Jeff Watts.

Through Strengthening Its Commitment to Research, American University Achieves Prestigious R1 Status

a few Dr. Seuss books on display in a bookstore - includes The Cat in the Hat, Yertle the Turtle, The Lorax.

The Political Roots of Dr. Seuss

AU women's soccer head coach Marsha Harper speaks during a conversation about sports and civic life on February 25. Photo by Jeff Watts.

More than a Game

Spotlight on Elections: US and Globally

American University experts share their insights and research into a broad range of issues related to the 2024 elections in the United States and globally.

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Global Elections Tracker

During the run-up to the US presidential election in November 2024, SIS is tracking national elections globally. Individual results may help highlight trends in democratization and democratic backsliding.

Sourced from a variety of reputable news and information outlets, the SIS Global Elections Tracker was established as a new resource for keeping apprised of politics at the national level—to promote active engagement and analysis.

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