Since its founding in 1893, American University has benefited greatly from the devotion, service, intellectual contributions, ethical behavior, and philanthropy of many thousands of faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends.
In a very real sense, they also are "trustees" of the institutions by virtue of their dedication, affection, and generosity that help to ensure that the University will faithfully serve this and future generations. Those of us who have been chosen to serve as fiduciary trustees for a period of time—to safeguard the University's assets and to foster its capacity to serve others—enthusiastically and without reservation accept the following additional responsibilities as evidence of the commitment of each trustee. Read the Trustees' Statement of Commitment.
The Board of Trustees fall meeting (November 21-22) highlighted progress in key areas that support our vision for AU as an innovative higher education community that is addressing the challenges of our world. President Jon Alger reflected on his initial months at AU and discussed key areas of focus for the next strategic plan. Read more.
The Board of Trustees conducted its annual retreat and business meeting on September 4-5. The Board and university leaders discussed key themes shaping current operations and future strategy--our academic vision, enrollment trends, and the university budget. The Board also approved closure of the Change Can't Wait campaign and School of Public Affairs junior Marcus McNeill as 2024-25 Student Trustee-Elect. Read more.
Board Chair Gina F. Adams was named FedEx's Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary, effective September 24, 2024. Read the announcement.
On March 28, Jonathan R. Alger will be installed as AU's 16th President. Join us!
A community-based planning process will support the collaborative development of American University’s next strategic plan, the roadmap for AU’s future. The process will be guided by the question: What can or should make AU distinctive?
