Good afternoon, neighbors -

On Saturday, March 22, the Community Relations office teamed up with students to welcome neighbors to AU's community gardening program. Dozens of folks, young and old, gathered to learn how to make homemade fertilizer, create seed packets, and prep their home garden for a beautiful new growing season. The garden's lead student manager, Kylie Bill, (Sr. Environmental Science major) led a tutorial for beginners and green thumbs alike, and each participant left with tips and tricks to start their own projects. Check out this event recap, featured in AU Now to learn more.

AU Spirit Program Send Off

AU's Cheer and Dance Teams are headed to Daytona, Florida to compete at College Nationals, but before they go, they're putting on a show! 

Join their families, friends, and fans as we cheer them on for a special performance in front of their home crowd at Bender. Free admission, wear blue, and go Eagles!

AU Spirit Program Send Off
Saturday, April 5  | 2pm  Bender Arena

Campus Beautification Day

Spring has sprung and we're headed outside to beautify the scenic grounds at AU. This campus tradition is in its 32nd year and neighbors are invited to join students, faculty, and staff as we work together to improve our already beautiful campus.

Each participant will receive a custom designed t-shirt, gloves, lunch, and raffle ticket for a fun giveaway. Take in the sights of AU's campus in full bloom and help spruce up our accredited and award-winning arboretum.

Registration begins at 8am in front of the Mary Graydon Center. Hourly pay as you go parking will be available in the School of International Service and Katzen Center lots.

Campus Beautification Day
Tuesday, April 8 | 8am - 12:30pm on the Quad

A Conversation with Congresswoman Sarah McBride (SPA/BA'13)

Join us for an AU Civic Life initiative fireside chat with Congresswoman Sarah McBride. A first-term U.S. Representative, former national spokesperson, and former Delaware state senator, she has built a career focused on public service, policymaking, and civic engagement.

Fireside Chat: Perspectives on the Civic Life
with Congresswoman Sarah McBride
Wednesday, April 9 | 5:45pm
(location TBA soon to registered guests)

CATEGORY: Things to Look Forward to

CLUE: This event on April 10 features a campus visit from JEOPARDY! and a chance to learn more about playing America’s Favorite Quiz Show.

CORRECT RESPONSE: What is JEOPARDY! at American University?

That's right, the JEOPARDY! team and former champion Sam Buttrey will be on campus to answer questions and take photos as a part of AU's Quadapalooza Day. Drop by for a chance to take pictures on a virtual JEOPARDY! set (complete with real buzzers), grab swag, and learn more about becoming a contestant.  

JEOPARDY! at AU
Thursday, April 10 | 12:30-2:30pm on the Quad

American University Night at Nats Park

Come out and show your Eagle pride as the Nationals host American University Day at the ballpark! Join American alumni, students, parents, faculty, and fans as the Eagles once again take over the ballpark. Purchase a ticket through the link in this email you'll receive an exclusive Nationals/AU ball cap before heading to your seat in our AU group section.

The Nationals will be honoring AU with special pregame activations on the field, plus catch all the fun when Clawed and Screech have their annual eagle family reunion. 

Nationals vs Mets
Friday, April 25 | 6:45pm at Nats Park

School of Communications DWC Program for Local
High School Students

Calling all local high schoolers with an interest in communications and content creation! Registration is live for the Discover the World of Communication summer program at AU.

Students who want to build a digital portfolio, write a script, shoot and edit film, write stories, or simply entertain should jump at the chance to participate in the DWC - a commuter-only program aimed at local high school students. 

The two-week program runs from July 7 - July 18.

The Farmer's Market 
is Back on Wednesdays

Meltzer/SCAN Construction Update

Women's Lacrosse Postgame Clinic

Bring the whole family to watch your Eagles take on Army and stick around for a free postgame youth clinic hosted by the team and coaching staff. Kids 8th grade and younger will have the chance to interact with our student athletes, get autographs and photos with the team, and practice skills and drills that they can take home.

Our players love meeting the community and sharing their talent with the next generation of lacrosse stars. Don't miss out -- register today!

AU Women's Lacrosse vs. Army
Saturday, April 5 | 12pm
Jacobs Complex 

LOOKING FOR MUSHROOMS:
A Gallery Talk

Join us for an in-depth conversation exploring the transformative year a very young Bruce Conner (iconic artist from the Beat, Counter-culture, and Punk movements) and his wife Jean (a talented artist in her own right) spent in Mexico City—a time of artistic exploration, cultural immersion, and psychedelic discovery.  

LOOKING FOR MUSHROOMS
Friday, April 4 | 2pm
Katzen Arts Center

Student Exhibitions:
Transit and Alone, Together

The annual AU Master of Fine Arts candidates’ thesis exhibition is always a stand-out and this year is no different. Come celebrate the work of six artists, whose practices encompass painting, photography, ceramics, installation, and live performance.

Meet Master of Fine Arts student candidates (Transit) and members of the Curatorial Practice class (Alone, Together) and learn more about their studies and projects.

Mid-Season Opening Reception
Saturday, April 26 | 6pm
Katzen Arts Center

Please consider joining the AU Neighborhood Partnership, which works to provide a consensus-based forum to resolve issues affecting the communities near American University. Interested members of the community may join one of the Partnership’s working groups, comprised of community stakeholders and AU leadership. If you would like to become a member, please email communityrelations@american.edu.

If there are any additional concerns or questions, please contact Community Relations at communityrelations@american.edu or 202-885-2146