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): In the wake of the recession and in the midst of a competitive job market, college graduates are wondering if pursuing an MBA is the right choice to advance their career goals. With this climate top of mind, American University’s Kogod School of Business has redesigned its MBA programs to reflect the contemporary demands of 21st century business while capitalizing on its prime location in Washington, D.C.

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With a raised public consciousness, American University joined the national conversation through the development of a Center for Food Studies. Launched by Jeffrey Kaplan, professor of biology, the interdisciplinary center coordinates collaborative research, programs and more than a dozen academic courses. The program draws on AU faculty and students who carry out research on the social, political, and economic aspects of food.

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How gaming technology in the classroom can revolutionize education.

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Six new exhibits will show at the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center starting Tuesday, Nov. 5, each with their own distinct flavor, ranging from abstract Israeli paintings and whimsical furniture to photographs from Siberia, and paintings of salt water taffy and donuts. The exhibits will run through Dec. 15. In observation of the Thanksgiving holiday, the museum will be closed Nov. 28 and 29.

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Even the most fit gym rat needs to take steps to avoid heat injury, especially heat stroke says Stacey Snelling, associate dean of American University's School of Education, Teaching and Health.

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Kennedy's 1963 American University commencement speech called for a nuclear test ban treaty and outlined a bold vision at the height of the Cold War. The speech is hailed as one of Kennedy's finest according to Kennedy's legendary speechwriter Ted Sorensen.

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The summer sequester effect on federal employee morale could potentially leave a gaping hole in the federal workforce for years to come due to the brain-drain from federal ranks which may ironically end up costing the government more in the long run says American University's Robert Tobias.

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Master's students from five countries and six states embarked on American University's School of International Service's first international relations online master's program where they will earn a MA in Sustainable International Development or an MA in Global Security and Conflict Resolution.

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2013 vehicle models evaluated for American parts content by American University business professor.

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American University history professor Alan Kraut says "a lot of interests are being hurt by the current system."

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Honorees for #2013AUGrad to include Lisa P. Jackson, Darryl Frank, Paul Farmer, Gary Veloric, Moises Naim, and Harold Hongju Koh.

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American University Professor Jennifer Lawless and her co-author reveal in their new report, "Girls Just Wanna Not Run: The Gender Gap in Young Americans’ Political Ambition," that there is a serious gender gap in women's interest versus men's interest in running for elected office which will likely persist for generations.

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New book coauthored by American University professors reveals Roosevelt’s true strengths, failings.

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Popular course at American University in Washington, D.C., underscores resurrection of Russian studies.

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Secretary Clinton, as part of her ongoing commitment to the US-China relationship, on Thursday announced the creation of the 100,000 Strong Foundation to expand opportunities for US students to study in China. The 100,000 Strong Foundation will be housed in American University's School of International Service.

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On the 40th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade, more young people identify as “pro-choice” rather than “pro-life,” according to a national poll of more than 4,000 high school and college students. Little fear of overturn of decision according to poll of high school and college students.

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Sixty percent of high school and college students consider gun ownership in the future. Key findings revealed in poll based on personality traits, video games, gender, race, and political affiliation.

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Undergraduates flock to public health programs as demand for public health workers set to increase.

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With Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit hitting the silver screen, American University literature professor explains fantasy genre’s growing popularity.

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American University has partnered with the premier education-technology company 2U, Inc. to deliver a Master of Arts in International Relations Online through American University's School of International Service.

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