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The Civic Life: An American University Experience

Because Civic Life Needs People Who Know How To Engage in Constructive Dialogue

Democracy thrives when people engage across differences and practice the skills of productive disagreement, while searching for common ground.  

That’s why American University is offering The Civic Life, an initiative that promotes civic engagement through events, activities, and learning opportunities. 

Rooted in the ethos of inquiry and a commitment to free expression and civil discourse, our program offers more than an opportunity to learn facts. It allows you to practice the character traits needed for dialogue and deliberation. 

Help us build healthier politics by engaging with The Civic Life.

Upcoming Community Events

Threads of Hope

November 6, 2024
10-11 AM Sound Meditation, Kay Spiritual Life Center
11 AM to 2 PM Community Craft Activities on the Quad

 

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Post-Election Community Dialogue

November 6 and 15, 2024
10 AM 

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Unity Meal: The Day After Election Day

November 6, 2024
6 PM

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Featured Event: Presidential Speaker Series

Presidential Speaker Series

45:04

AU Presidential Speaker Series: Perspectives on The Civic Life

With AU President, Jonathan Alger and Eboo Patel, Founder and President of Interfaith America.

Programs

Professor and student

Project on Civic Dialogue

Founded in 2018, the project helps students cultivate a love of and the skills for listening and communicating ideas across differences.

Student asking question at event

Dialogue Across Differences

This new initiative will promote and model AU’s key values of respectful inquiry, critical thinking, active listening, and principled changemaking. 

Stay Connected

The Civic Life is a community-wide effort! We welcome your input, ideas, and information on upcoming civic-related events. Contact us at civiclife@american.edu.