Research ·
Winners Announced! Mathias Student Research Conference
Excellence in scholarship and creative works awarded
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In the Community ·
Women Who Have Inspired Us
A Women’s History Month celebration of women who influenced CAS women scholars
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Environment ·
AU To Co-Host and Participate in Worldwide Climate Justice Teach-In: DC
AU is partnering with seven other DC-area colleges and universities to host the Worldwide Climate Justice Teach-In. Featuring more than 30 speakers in 15 different panels, these student-focused events will highlight climate initiatives on each campus.
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Government & Politics ·
Three Years in, Sine Institute Continues to Grow
As it kicks off its fourth class of fellows, the Sine Institute of Policy and Politics has created a space for open dialogue and lived up to AU’s Challenge Accepted ethos.
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Environment ·
AU Takes Part in Campus Race to Zero Waste National Competition
American University’s Office of Sustainability and Zero Waste Office encourage the campus community to participate in the annual Campus Race to Zero Waste national competition.
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Environment ·
Timely Study by SPA Researchers Provides Roadmap for Equitable Lead Pipe Replacement
Center for Environmental Policy Home, School of Public Affairs, American University, Washington, DC
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Environment ·
Men's Basketball Holds 8th Annual Sustainability-Themed Game on Feb. 16
"Go Green," but wear red, white, and blue to Bender Arena to cheer on AU's men's basketball team at the 8th Annual Sustainability Awareness Game against Navy on Wednesday, February 16 at 7 p.m.
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Environment ·
Relics of a Bygone Era Coming Down Over Winter Break
The removal of campus smokestacks furthers AU’s green initiatives.
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Environment ·
New Sustainability Initiatives Engage Hundreds of AU Students
As part of American University’s continued efforts to promote a culture of sustainability, this fall the Office of Sustainability launched the EcoRep and EcoPledge programs.
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Research ·
AU Environmental Science Research Booming
Discoveries and innovations in new Hall of Science
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