The SPA Analytics and Management Institute (SAMI) was created to further prepare SPA graduate students by sharing practical, cutting-edge skills to work in and lead multidisciplinary teams after graduation. Full Story
On Campus Ā·
12 for ā24: A Dozen Things to Look Forward to This Year at AU
12 things to look forward to at AU in 2024 Full Story
Political Science Ā·
"Campaigns Matterā: SPA Professors Publish New Edition of Campaigns and Elections American Style
The textbook, coproduced by academics and practitioners, examines the changing landscape of U.S. campaigns and elections. Full Story
Alumni Ā·
Embracing Passion(s)āPluralāat AU
Aisley Wallace Harper, CAS/BA ā23, SPA/BA ā23, MS ā24, isnāt interested in disciplinary silos. The recipient of the Eleanor Gomolinski Lally Endowed Fund feels as at home onstage as in a counter-terrorism roundtable. Full Story
Department Spotlight Ā·
Khan Institute Hosts AU Cyber Community Breakfast
Speakers discuss the value of cyber training and AUās coming cyber range. Full Story
Announcement Ā·
2024 AU Sine Institute of Policy & Politics Fellows and Distinguished Lecturers Soar From the Halls of Government to the Frontiers of Space
The Sine Institute for Policy and Politics announced its 2024 class of Spring Fellows and Distinguished Lecturers. The group brings together changemakers from government, business, space exploration, foreign policy, advocacy, and the media. Full Story
Technology Ā·
Third Year of Inclusive Technology Policy Award: A Conversation with AU Vice Provost for Research and Innovation Diana Burley
On October 30, American University celebrated Zach Tudor as this yearās recipient of AUās Outstanding Inclusive Technology Policy Changemaker Award. We talked to Diana Burley, AU Vice Provost for Research and Innovation, about the award and its impact. Full Story
Achievements Ā·
SPA Professor Wins Duncombe Excellence in Doctoral Education Award
Recognition of Dr. Anna Amirkhanyan makes SPA the only school with two active Duncombe winners. Full Story
Announcement Ā·
National Security Expert Honored by American University for Promoting Inclusivity in Technology Policy
American University honored cybersecurity leader Zach Tudor, Associate Laboratory Director of Idaho National Laboratory (INL), with its annual Inclusive Technology Policy Changemaker Award. Full Story
Alumni Ā·
For Alumna Jill Black, Opportunity Is Everything
Change Canāt Wait Campaign Volunteer Jill Black, SOC/BA ā83, advocates for student entrepreneurship at AU. Full Story