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New WPI Poll

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She Votes: From Issues to Impact

Women in Politics Institute released results of its new 2024 Poll "She Votes: From Issues to Impact."
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New Sine Institute Poll

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Sine Institute Survey Shows What Young Americans Look for in Leaders

A new, innovative survey by the Sine Institute of Policy and Politics examined the attributes young people look for in leaders.
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The new study published in Science was selected as the cover image for the print version of the prestigious journal. Reprinted with permission from AAAS.

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‘Even the deepest of rabbit holes may have an exit’

Pathbreaking study led by AU psychology professor reveals conversations with AI models can reduce conspiracy theory beliefs
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Change Can't Wait Campaign Wraps Up

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American University’s Fundraising Campaign Surpasses Goals, Creates Transformative Change

American University concludes its Change Can't Wait fundraising campaign that surpassed goals and created transformative change at the university and beyond.
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Ralph Steadman, Twentieth Century Man, 1988. Pen and ink on paper, 23.23 x 33.07 inches. Courtesy of the Ralph Steadman Art Collection.

Arts ·

New Exhibitions Open Sept. 7 at the American University Museum

Eight new exhibits at the American University Museum open Sept. 7, featuring a range of artistic media and experiences for visitors.
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School of International Service building

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Programs at American University’s School of International Service Maintain Top-Tier Rankings by Foreign Policy Magazine

American University’s School of International Service was identified in the top-tier of international relations programs around the world at the undergraduate, masters, and PhD levels by Foreign Policy magazine.
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One of the most striking visual features of Webb is its 18-segment primary mirror, gold-plated to best capture the infrared light that the telescope studies. NASA/Maggie Masetti

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American University Scientist Contributes to New Findings About Exciting Exoplanet

James Webb Telescope observations lead to new insights of possible presence of atmosphere and ocean on one of the closest exoplanets to our solar system
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Portrait of Traevena Byrd

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American University’s General Counsel Traevena Byrd to Chair the National Association of College and University Attorneys Board of Directors

American University’s General Counsel Traevena Byrd to Chair the National Association of College and University Attorneys Board of Directors
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Professor Jordanna Matlon

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American U. Professor Receives Prestigious American Sociological Association Book Award

AU professor Jordanna Matlon receives the 2024 Distinguished Scholarly Book Award from the American Sociological Association.
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Policy Analysis ·

IMPA Releases Policy Brief on Biden Budget Proposal to Raise Capital Gains Taxes

Analysis finds increasing taxes on dividends and capital gains raises revenue without impacting economic growth
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