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Released: 16-Jun-2015 12:05 PM EDT
Expert Advisory: American University Psychology Professor Available to Discuss Emotions Related to Pixar Film "Inside Out"
American University

“Inside Out” explores the value of experiencing the full range of emotions, says American University psychology professor.

Released: 16-Jun-2015 10:05 AM EDT
Pope Francis' and Religious Environmentalism's Impact Within and Outside the Church
American University

American University Associate Prof. Evan Berry available for comment via Skype, email, phone about the Pope’s encyclical on climate change, which is expected June 18.

Released: 1-Jun-2015 4:05 PM EDT
American University School of International Service Dean James Goldgeier Elected President of APSIA Executive Committee
American University

Goldgeier to serve two year tenure as elected president of Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs' (APSIA) Executive Committee.

Released: 28-May-2015 10:05 AM EDT
American University’s Dr. Laura DeNardis Receives Google Research Faculty Award
American University

Professor DeNardis won a prestigious Google Research Award that will fund basic expenses for one graduate student for one year to assist with Internet governance research.

Released: 22-May-2015 1:05 PM EDT
AU Museum Summer Exhibits: Hiroshima-Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Exhibition, Washington Masters, and Non-Conformist Latvian Art
American University

Summer exhibits at the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center open June 13.

Released: 21-May-2015 10:05 AM EDT
American University Filmmaker Brigid Maher Debuts Midwife Documentary in Los Angeles
American University

The Mama Sherpas is a feature which follows nurse-midwives, the doctors they work with, and their patients, over the course of two years. The documentary will provide an intimate glimpse into what midwives can bring into the birthing process in the hospital system.

Released: 18-May-2015 10:05 AM EDT
Exposed: Extreme Use of Assault on Officer Charge in Washington, D.C.
American University

A five-month investigation by Investigative Reporting Workshop at American University and WAMU 88.5 News, co-produced by Reveal, found DC Police over use the assaulting a police officer charge.

Released: 11-Mar-2015 9:05 AM EDT
News Coverage of Fukushima Disaster Found Lacking
American University

A new analysis by American University sociology professor Celine Marie Pascale finds that U.S. news media coverage of the Fukushima disaster largely minimized health risks to the general population. Pascale analyzed more than 2,000 news articles from four major U.S. outlets.

Released: 19-Dec-2014 12:00 PM EST
This Winter at AU Museum: Argentinian Glass, ‘Locally Sourced’ Art, Photography, Paintings and New Media
American University

The theme of war runs through two major exhibits opening at American University in January.

Released: 20-Nov-2014 10:00 AM EST
Benefits of Whistleblower Programs Outweigh Costs
American University

New study titled, “The Impact of Whistleblowers on Financial Misrepresentation Enforcement Actions,” provides policymakers and regulators with data that proves the benefits of whistleblower involvement outweigh the costs.

Released: 10-Nov-2014 12:00 PM EST
American University Launches We KNOW Success: Where AU Graduates Land Website
American University

American University Launches a new website for current and prospective students.

Released: 18-Sep-2014 7:00 AM EDT
American University Professor Claudia Myers’ Film “Fort Bliss” Debuts in Theaters this Friday
American University

"Fort Bliss" is a a story that explores the sacrifices made every day by men and women in the armed services and the burdens that are placed on military families when parents are called to deploy.

Released: 27-Aug-2014 4:00 PM EDT
NATO Summit’s Agenda Bigger Than Anticipated; Resurgent Russia, ISIS Add Complexities
American University

American University School of International Service experts are available to discuss the Wales NATO summit.

Released: 25-Aug-2014 3:00 PM EDT
American University Museum Early Fall Exhibits Open Sept. 6
American University

One of the exhibits, Surrealist Art from the Estate of H. Marc Moyens, closes Sat., Sept. 20, for the museum's annual Fall for the Arts, which brings the community together for a day devoted to the arts. There will be workshops and sessions on acting, music, writing, and visual art, surprise performances throughout the day, culminating in an auction of Moyens' collection. 

Released: 7-Aug-2014 10:00 AM EDT
How Fans Mourn the Death of Popular TV Series
American University

New research shows what profound effect the loss of popular TV series has on loyal consumers.

Released: 22-Jul-2014 3:00 PM EDT
We, Robot: AU Prof. Despina Kakoudaki Available for Comment
American University

Robots and androids hold a powerful sway on our cultural imagination. Countless science fiction books and films have depicted artificial intelligence. Why do we find artificial people fascinating?

Released: 24-Jun-2014 6:00 AM EDT
Lying a Major Part of the American Experience
American University

935 LIES: The Future of Truth and the Decline of America’s Moral Integrity, a new book by professor and journalist at AU’s School of Communication Charles Lewis, examines the consequences of decades of deception from the government and corporation.

Released: 9-Jun-2014 10:00 AM EDT
New Exhibit to Cool the Long, Hot Summer at the American University Museum
American University

Exhibits open June 14 and run through Aug. 17.

Released: 4-Jun-2014 1:00 PM EDT
American University Evaluates Impact of D.C. Healthy Schools Act
American University

May marked the fourth anniversary of the District of Columbia’s Healthy Schools Act (HSA), a law enacted to reduce obesity among students attending D.C. schools.

Released: 3-Apr-2014 4:55 PM EDT
Chevrolet, Ford Take the Lead in 2014 Kogod Made in America Auto Index
American University

This index provides the public with a more accurate reflection of the true country of origin of a car and the impact of its purchase on the U.S. economy. Ideally it will hold manufacturers accountable for the claims they make in marketing to U.S. consumers.

Released: 31-Mar-2014 4:20 PM EDT
American University Professors Improve Smoldering Test for Upholstered Furniture
American University

Researchers have discovered a way to improve a test that gauges how well upholstered furniture can resist smoldering combustion to delay the possible onset of fire.

Released: 5-Mar-2014 4:00 PM EST
Spring Exhibits at the American University Museum
American University

Exhibits at the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center this spring will showcase the diversity of American and global artists.



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