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Discounted and Free in D.C.
Check out the free or discounted exhibits and shows available to students!
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On Campus ·
What We’re Reading This Summer
From history to fantasy, mystery to nonfiction, and more, AU faculty, staff, students, and neighbors share the good reads capturing their attention.
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On Campus ·
Eagle Tales: Smarts and Crafts
AU boasts about 1,900 dedicated staff members. Meet one of them: Donna Femenella, SIS/BA ’01, course reserves manager for Bender Library.
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Announcement ·
American University Hosts: A Conversation with advocate Mary Beth Tinker on youth bearing the "Weight of the World"
Join us for an event featuring Mary Beth Tinker and explore stories of teen and young adult resilience and activism throughout history and today through the "When the Weight of the World Won’t Wait" exhibit, presented by MoCAT and American University
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Eagle Tales: Can You Hear Me Now?
AU boasts about 1,900 dedicated staff members. Meet one here: Kayden Kassof, instructional technologist and space designer, Bender Library.
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Eagle Tales: Keeper of the AU Time Capsule
AU boasts about 1,900 dedicated staff members. Meet one here: Leslie Nellis, head archivist for special collections and digital initiatives, Bender Library.
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Eagle Tales: Book Binding and Music Finding
AU boasts about 1,900 dedicated staff members. Meet one of them: Amanda Steadman, music library coordinator, Bender Library.
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Achievements ·
American University Library is awarded inaugural INSIGHT Into Diversity LEAD Award
INSIGHT Into Diversity Magazine has honored American University Library with a prestigious, inaugural award for our outstanding commitment to diversity and fostering an environment that welcomes all voices and perspectives.
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Arts ·
Katzen Soundbites Fall 2023
Free performances every Tuesday and Thursday this fall
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On Campus ·
Bender Library Staffer’s Podcast Gains Accolades and Global Audience
Started by Shilpa Das Gupta, SOC/MA ’18, during the pandemic, the show is now among Feedspot's top 50 global folklore podcasts
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