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    • In a time of unprecedented challenges, the American UniversityÌýcommunity steps up to take on issues and make an impact. At AU, we learn, research, and work to spark positive change in our neighborhood and world.

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    Meet Jonathan R. Alger – AU’s 16th President

    Jonathan R. Alger, AU’s 16th president, arrived on campus this summer. President Alger, who comes to AU from James Madison University where he served as president for 12 years, is an experienced and visionary higher education leader. The AU community is excited to welcome him as we begin the next chapter of AU’s remarkable history.

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    Education through Experience

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    Forge your path at AU from more than 200 immersive opportunities to conduct research, study abroad, intern, serve in leadership roles, and help make a tangible impact on AU, DC, and world communities.

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    Within six months of graduation, 91 percent of AU bachelor's degree graduates are working, in grad school, or both—and AU's 2023 undergraduate class reported an average salary of $65,909.

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    Our Commitments

    Inclusive Excellence

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    For AU to be excellent, we must be inclusive.

    From the creation of inclusive policies and scholarship that addresses racism in its many forms, Inclusive Excellence shapes our current actions and is our roadmap to building a more equitable future.

    Sustainability

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    A culture of climate action powers our impact.

    As the nation’s first carbon neutral university, the entire American University community contributes to our sustainability progress. From choosing eco-friendly transportation to food waste composting, we all play a vital role.

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