Administration and Local News

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BREAKING: University considers arming AUPD

By Penelope Jennings | October 4

Morgan State shooting prompts question

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The Square and the two spoon theory

By Samantha Skolnick | October 4

D.C.’s newest food hall opened downtown on Sep. 5

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Students scrambled to find COVID-19 tests as vending machines were out of service, one for nearly two weeks

By Ella Rousseau , Kathryn Squyres and Owen Auston-Babcock | September 15

AU most recently restocked the machines with new tests on Sept. 11

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What’s new with dining at AU?

By Kathryn Squyres | September 11

An overview of new dining options and the decisions behind them

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As her presidency comes to a close, Sylvia Burwell reflects on her time at the University

By Abigail Pritchard | September 1

Burwell reflects on promoting students’ mental health in her time at AU

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BREAKING: Burwell to step down as University president at the end of coming year

By Abigail Pritchard | August 8

Burwell announced Tuesday that her seventh year as president will be her last

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American University to end race-conscious admissions post Supreme Court ruling

By Kathryn Squyres | July 18

The AU community analyzes the court’s decision

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AU dining workers win new contract after months of negotiations

By Abigail Hatting | July 12

New contract includes $20 minimum wage, free healthcare and paid parental leave

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The Board of Trustees meet for the last time in the 2022-23 school year

By Samantha Skolnick | July 6

New chair and vice chair named

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New Capital Jewish Museum aims to give a full picture of Jewish life in DC

By Owen Auston-Babcock | June 20

‘Notorious Ruth Bader Ginsburg’ exhibit visiting until Nov. 30

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DC Peace Team board member says unarmed police forces are “highly effective,” as conflicting student opinions linger

By Francine Worsoff | June 9

Experts share insights into why unarmed civilian protection, conflict mediation and relationship building can prevent gun violence in the U.S. amid rising shooting rates

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Peter Starr to step down as University provost

By Tyler Davis | June 7

Vicky Wilkins will serve as acting provost in interim 

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AU’s neighbors are hopeful about their relationship with the University

By Mackenzie Konjoyan and Katie Mass | June 7

Despite past conflicts, nearby residents are optimistic about working with AU on campus planning

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Bridget Trogden named new dean of undergraduate education and academic student services

By Abigail Turner | May 4

Trogden will follow Dean Jessica Waters, who is stepping down from the role

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American University’s Community Working Group on Preventing and Responding to Sexual Harassment and Violence holds their final meeting

By Tyler Davis | May 2

Final recommendations are expected to be submitted to President Burwell within the next month

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‘Myrna on Main Street’ web series aims to increase engagement in local businesses

By Ellie White | May 1

The series helps independent Tenleytown businesses struggling from the pandemic 

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American University’s acceptance rate nearly doubles for the Class of 2025

By Kathryn Squyres | May 1

A deeper look at AU’s admissions

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