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Sylvia M. Burwell

@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Good morning, AU. I’m so happy and honored to be on campus for my first day as AU’s president.

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. @AmericanU supports #DCStatehood . We believe the people of Washington, DC, should have the same voting rights & representation as other citizens across the country.

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@SylviaBurwell

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I am honored and excited to become @AmericanU 's next president. #AU15thPres

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@SylviaBurwell

5 years

So excited to kick off @AmericanU graduation 2019 with a visionary leader and changemaker, @staceyabrams ! #2019AUGrad

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Happy holidays to the whole AU community. Wonk Cat 🐱 and I look forward to seeing you all in 2018!

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Glad to ride my bike to work this morning and be a part of AU’s goal to be carbon neutral by 2020.

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@SylviaBurwell

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Thanks, @AmericanU for the warm welcome. I am thrilled to join you in this journey to continue AU's ascent! #AU15thPres

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@SylviaBurwell

5 years

Today, I sent a letter to the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee to express my support for #DCStatehood . The United States is a world leader for democracy, and it is only right that the citizens of our nation’s capital are treated with fairness and equity

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6 years

Happpy Last Day of Classes, @AmericanU ! We've made it to the end of the semester!

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

On my run this morning, I passed by the flags filling the quad. Thankful for all the volunteers who help us remember.

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Learning the ropes: A crucial meeting with an AU legend.

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People @AmericanU are unparalleled in commitment to the community and their work. I'm honored to lead and be part of your team. #AU15thPres

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

Tonight, we’ll be joined by my friend Dr. Tony Fauci, an honorary Eagle himself, for #KPUxFauci . Don’t forget the insider info I shared last week: ask him about baseball and DogTag Bakery. 😉 #AUFamilyWeek

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@SylviaBurwell

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✅Patriot League Coach of the Year ✅Patriot League Player of the Year ✅Patriot League Scholar-Athlete of the Year ✅Patriot League Champs ✅2nd NCAA Tournament appearance in AU history Congratulations, @AU_WBasketball ! #FamilyPassionExcellence

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

While our commencement celebration may look a little different this year, we’re excited to announce this year’s speaker, @HenryLouisGates . Looking forward to May 9!

Noted Scholar and Emmy-Award Winning Filmmaker to Address 139th Commencement

Henry Louis Gates Jr., renowned professor at Harvard University, will address American University’s Class of 2020 and their families during the university’s 139th commencement celebration.

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

Love when our @AmericanUAlum make history! Congrats, @SarahEMcBride !

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@politico

4 years

Sarah McBride has become the first openly transgender state senator in U.S. history after winning a state Senate seat in Delaware

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At AU, we’re going to build a future worthy of the legacy we inherit. I’m honored to step into that future as your president. #AUInauguration

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@SylviaBurwell

5 years

#Brrrwell , fam (stay safe and warm out there, Eagles!)

American University

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AU Alert: Due inclement weather, AU will be closed on Monday, January 14. Scheduled coursework may continue. More info:

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@SylviaBurwell

3 years

As you may have heard, our community's beloved @WonkCat has not been seen on campus recently. Please keep an eye out and contact us through @PawBoost , linked below, if you have any info on her whereabouts. Wonk Cat is very special to us.

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

Congratulations to @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris ! Excited about the historic voter turnout that young people across the country made a reality!

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Tune in tomorrow morning to @Morning_Joe on @MSNBC , where I’ll get to talk with @MorningMika and @JoeNBC about an exciting new effort for @AmericanU !

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

Today’s reprehensible actions at the U.S. Capitol are an unacceptable threat to democracy. There is no place in our society for violence or attacks on our democratic institutions and the people who diligently serve our nation.

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Finally - the weather is nice enough to ride your bike to work! 🚴‍♀️

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

I think I know the answer to this one... 😉

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Tonight @SylviaBurwell @AmericanU on @Jeopardy

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

I miss seeing so many of you while I’m out on my socially distanced runs in the morning, so I want to share some beautiful shots from around campus and let you know how much I wish we were all back there together.

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6 years

Always nice to run into a coworker on the commute home. 😸 Wonk Cat sends her best, and says she’s ready to welcome our students back to campus!

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

17 years ago today, our nation was attacked and our @AmericanU community lost 5 of our graduates. Today, we remember them, and all who were lost on that day. In the words of President Eisenhower, we recommit ourselves to waging peace around the world.

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4 years

I am usually a measured person, but today, I am sad, frustrated, and angry. The killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery lay bare the deep wounds of racism that have plagued our country for too long.

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Like many Americans, I was deeply disappointed by the Supreme Court’s decision today on the travel ban.

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@SylviaBurwell

3 years

My neighbors across from my office in McDowell put up a friendly greeting to me in their window made from Post-its! Today I replied back with a Post-it window message of my own 👋

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Never underestimate the power of the toilet.

Mark Schaefer

@revschaef

6 years

Is this our own @SylviaBurwell being quoted in #CivilizationVI ‽

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Honored to be part of such a special @AmericanU family. I hope to make you all proud. #AUInauguration

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Proud to name Dr. Fanta Aw as Vice President of Campus Life.

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@SylviaBurwell

3 years

May the force be with you!

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Proud to welcome and honor @Malala , the 2017 Wonk of the Year: a fearless human rights advocate! #AUWonkMalala

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Here at @AmericanU , we have Eagles of all shapes and sizes (and some who are less intimidating than the rest…) To all of our Eagles – have a great first day of classes!

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@SylviaBurwell

3 years

. @AmericanU is on the rise: @AU_SPA is ranked #13 —in the nation—and is the top-ranked public affairs school in Washington, DC, by @USNews !

AU’s School of Public Affairs Is Top Ranked in D.C. in New U.S. News & World Report Rankings

School of Public Affairs Is Top Ranked in D.C. in 2022 U.S. News & World Report Rankings

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@SylviaBurwell

5 years

Last week, I tried out my Eagle wings by paragliding over 11,000 feet! 🦅

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

Who’s ready? @AmericanU is ready! While it might feel different than past years, we’re still excited for a great first day of classes.

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@SylviaBurwell

3 years

Stopped by to visit Wonk Cat on my way home! 🐱

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

( •_•) It’s cool to be ( •_•)>⌐■-■ (⌐■_■) green #CarbonNeutralAU #ASustainableU

American University

@AmericanU

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AU proud to be ranked #12 on @SierraClub ’s Cool Schools list! 🌱😎 Thanks to the entire campus community and @GreenAU for helping us stay #CarbonNeutralAU and #ASustainableU .

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@SylviaBurwell

3 years

Out for a morning run, sporting my AU wrestling shirt. Go 🦅 Eagles!

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Happy Thanksgiving! I am thankful to be an Eagle!

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

7 yrs ago today, we took important step toward quality, affordable health care for all. We need to build on that progress, not go backwards

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

So proud of our community for committing to a bold and aspirational goal, and working with @GreenAU to achieve it.

American University

@AmericanU

6 years

AU is carbon neutral! We are the first university in the US to achieve this sustainability goal, and we did it two years ahead of schedule. #CarbonNeutralAU

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Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a pioneer for justice and gender equity, and she was an inspiration to so many of us. Her legacy will live on long beyond her lifetime.

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Happy New Year, everyone! 2019 is going to be an exciting year of new beginnings here @AmericanU - with a new provost, a new strategic plan, and new steps forward for our university. I hope it’s just as exciting and filled with possibility for each and every one of you.

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Rocking my new Under Armour gear. UA will provide on-field and training gear to our @AUEagles athletes starting this year! #LetsGoAU

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It was a tough decision to shift @AmericanU to online learning for fall. It was based on ensuring the health and safety of our community. Thank you @craigmelvin and @MSNBC for having me on to discuss this important issue

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

Hello, Wonk Cat! 😺

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

The creepy crawler on my head didn’t scare away these spooky visitors from the Child Development Center who came by for treats today. 👻🎃

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

. @AmericanU supports #DCStatehood for the +700k residents, including our students, who study, work, & live in this great city. DC residents should have the same voting rights & representation as other citizens of our nation.

American University Statement on Pending U.S. House Vote on D.C. Statehood

American University supports D.C. statehood.

www.american.edu

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

Happy 80th birthday and happy #DrFauciDay to my friend, Tony Fauci! So grateful for you and your incredible service to our country. Celebrating with a selfie and my Dr. Fauci pillow I received from a Secret Santa.

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

. @AmericanU stands by #DACA students. We value global perspectives & welcome students, faculty from around the world

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

The right to vote is fundamental to our country as a whole and to us as individuals. On Election Day—Tues, Nov 3, 2020— @AmericanU will be closed to support our community’s participation in our democracy. All synchronous class meetings will be canceled.

Announcement: Promoting Democracy This Election Day

The right to vote is fundamental to our country as a whole and to us as individuals. On Election Day–Tuesday, November 3, 2020–the university will be closed to support our community’s participation...

www.american.edu

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

It’s my first Mac-N-Cheese Wednesday in TDR. (The 1st of hopefully many!) Enjoying lunch with @AUCampusLife ’s Fanta and students.

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3 years

Lighting a candle for my uncle who passed away in December and for all those who lost their lives, a family member, or loved one to #COVID19 . #COVIDMemorial

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Have my holiday list, checking it twice. The AU bookstore is so wonderfully nice.

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@SylviaBurwell

5 years

Each year this display on our quad makes me pause and reflect on the lives we lost on 9/11, and what we’re doing to build a nation that honors their memory.

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Happy New Year! Let’s make 2018 a great year for the @AmericanU community.

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

❄️Hope the AU community is having a safe and warm snow day. We’ll see you back on campus soon! – from Sylvia #Brrrwell ☃️

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Like many universities across the country, @AmericanU is committed to being a welcoming community to students from all across the world. We will continue to live out those values and, when necessary, speak out in their defense.

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Stand with me against hate.

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

As a former HHS Secretary, I’m excited by the choice of @AGBecerra to lead the department at this critical time. I had the opportunity to work with Xavier when he was in the Congressional leadership.

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Making a toast to my first-ever spring graduating class. Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle. 🥂 #2018AUGrad

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Congratulations on making it through midterms! Hope our students and faculty enjoy a restful and safe spring break! 😎

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@SylviaBurwell

3 years

Ran into some @AmericanU Eagles out enjoying the ❄️

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Thinking of @AmericanU alumni & others who lost their lives on 9/11. As the memorial states, "Remembering your sacrifice, we long for peace"

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Honored to join @AUSGKPU to present the inspiring @Malala with the 2017 Wonk of the Year award. #AUWonkMalala

American University

@AmericanU

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. @Malala Yousafzai is AU's 2017 Wonk of the Year! The activist will accept the award in Bender Arena on September 25. #AUWonkMalala

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@SylviaBurwell

5 years

Didn’t you hear? @AmericanU is #1 … in sustainability! 🌲♻️ Proud that @GreenAU was recognized by @LeadOnClimate for AU becoming the 1st university in the US to achieve carbon neutrality!

AU Recognized By Climate Action Organization For Achieving Carbon Neutrality

www.american.edu

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@SylviaBurwell

5 years

Dear Eagles, Stay safe and warm today! And be sure to thank the staff you see who are keeping our campus running in the snow. (And if you can make it safely, go cheer on our @AU_WBasketball against BU in Bender at 11:30!) Sincerely, Your President Sylvia #Brrrwell

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@AmericanU

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#Brrrwell

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

✈️Took a long flight for a Big Dance! Here in Los Angeles to cheer on our @AU_WBasketball team in the NCAA Tournament, facing off against #3 @UCLAWBB . Go Eagles! 🏀🦅 Follow the game on ESPN2! Tipoff at 12:30 PT, 3:30 ET.

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

So happy, but not at all surprised, to see our @AmericanU students earn this recognition. American University is a community for public purpose – a place for active citizens who want to build a stronger nation and a stronger world.

American University

@AmericanU

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AU students are active, engaged citizens. We're proud to be ranked as the #1 campus with the Most Politically Active Students in the nation by @ThePrincetonRev this year!

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Shout out to my predecessor Neil Kerwin who was honored by @MayorBowser for his contributions to @AmericanU , the DC community & beyond!

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle

Los Angeles Lakers

@Lakers

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Andre Ingram's story of perseverance captivated hearts and minds. His debut performance proved he belonged. Dreams never die. #ThisIsWhyWePlay #LakeShow

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And just like that, the summer’s over, and Helene and Matthew head back to school. Bittersweet every time. (Hey Eagles, don’t forget to call mom & dad once in a while)

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Thrilled to announce that the @AmericanU 2018 President’s Award winner is Shyheim Snead – someone who embodies American University’s values of scholarship, service, and a commitment to an inclusive community. #2018AUgrad

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@SylviaBurwell

11 months

Sharing that this will be my final year as president at American University. It has truly been an honor to be part of this community of changemakers and to partner in taking AU to its next level. Please watch to find out how this will be OUR best year yet!

Sylvia Burwell Message

This is "Sylvia Burwell Message" by American University on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

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@SylviaBurwell

5 years

Just passed wonk cat preparing her new abode for commencement. 😊 #2019AUGrad

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

As president, an important part of my job is listening. I've met with many students this semester and look forward to meeting with many more

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

A new friend wanted to join my Zoom call this morning! 🦊

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@SylviaBurwell

5 years

Hey @AmericanU I hope you all are having a warm and safe snow day (on the 1st day of classes too!) ☃️ Just a reminder: if you run into the hardworking folks keeping AU Dining open, & all of the other services that keep our campus running, be sure to give them a heartfelt thanks.

American University Dining

@AUDining

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🚨🚨Inclement Weather Update 🚨🚨 TDR is open! We will keep you updated as other locations open throughout the day. Thank you for your patience.

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Isabel, it was great to meet you & Kelly at the AU Farmer's Market yesterday!

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

We are excited about our new Hall of Science and how it will inspire our faculty and student changemakers in science!

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Class of 2017, the world needs your virtues and your talent. It needs your effort and your time. It needs you. #2017AUGrad

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@SylviaBurwell

5 years

I hope everyone in the @AmericanU community has a wonderful and relaxing winter break full of joy. This holiday season, the Burwells are welcoming a new family member, ZuZu, who certainly is bringing us plenty of joy! 🐶

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@SylviaBurwell

3 years

Last day of classes for @AmericanU ! You got this, Eagles! Finish strong!💪

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Last year, the @AmericanU family welcomed this Burwell family with open arms. This week, at my inauguration, I'll have a chance to say thank you. I hope you'll follow along with #AUInauguration , and

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Walked to work through the #bombcyclone this morning! Thanks to our AU grounds team for clearing the way!

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

I’m incredibly proud of AU’s Model UN team, now ranked the #2 team in all of North America—their highest ranking ever! This also makes them the top team not only in DC but on the entire East Coast

AU School of International Service

@AU_SIS

4 years

Exciting news: @AmericanU Model UN is now ranked #2 in North America! The team has become the top Model UN program not just in DC but on the entire East Coast.

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6 years

Stopped by the AU bookstore to buy some Eagle merchandise for a trip to visit family next week. So if you see some Greeks sporting the newest @AmericanU gear, you’ll understand why.

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Thank you for joining us, Mayor Bowser, and for your leadership here in DC. As I mentioned, Washington is a city that our university will be a part of, not apart from. Oh, and Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle!

Mayor Muriel Bowser

@MayorBowser

6 years

As an @AmericanUAlum , it was my pleasure to be at my alma mater and help @AmericanU inaugurate such an extraordinary leader. @SylviaBurwell , I wish you much success in this well-deserved endeavor. I have great confidence in you. #AUInauguration

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3 years

Congratulations to my former chief of staff Andrea Palm on her nomination as deputy HHS secretary. Her expertise and insights will be critical as we address the pandemic and the many “kitchen table issues” where HHS serves the American people.

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

AU isn’t for bystanders. AU is for changemakers. Class of 2018, the world needs you. Congratulations. #2018AUGrad

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

1-800-318-2596! Some habits are hard to break, Shira.

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@SylviaBurwell

7 years

Swiss chard from the @AmericanU community garden for dinner tonight. Thanks for providing campus with veggies for all to enjoy. @GreenAU

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@SylviaBurwell

6 years

Stepped out of the office for a few minutes the other day, and a new President Burwell took over – Helene. And she already made an impact (on our office candy jar…)

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@SylviaBurwell

3 years

Zuzu...taking in the snow! ❄️❄️

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@SylviaBurwell

3 years

Celebrating Matthew’s birthday with a vaccination! Cake and ice cream 🍦 too!

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@SylviaBurwell

4 years

This is the right decision for our international students who help create rich and diverse communities on our campus and across our country. @AmericanU continues to stand with our international community.

American University

@AmericanU

4 years

We are glad DHS has agreed to rescind its policy that would prohibit international students in the U.S. from taking online-only classes. International students bring a global perspective to our campus and are valued members of our community

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