american university

The American University is an American private university founded in 1893 under an Act of Congress. Located in one of the most residential areas of the District of Columbia, it is often known by its acronym "A.U. ". The university was founded by Methodists and is still linked to the United Methodist Church. Its programs include taught by the Washington College of Law (Law), the School of International Service (International Relations), the Kogod School of Business (finance, management) and the School of Public Affairs (political science, public administration).

The American University regularly hosts prominent political actors. In June 1963, during a graduation ceremony, President John F. Kennedy gave a speech there in favor of peace become famous. Eventually, most presidents of the United States have expressed to the community of American University, including Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. It is not uncommon for foreign heads of state go there to speak on various political issues.

More than 11 000 students (undergraduates and graduates) attend today its campus in the heart of the US capital. Its alumni network is present throughout the world. The Princeton Review ranks the students A.U. as the most active politically.

The university has exchange agreements notably in France with Rouen Business School, Kedge Business School, SKEMA Business School, Paris-Dauphine, Paris X - Nanterre, the School of International Studies (HEI), ESJ Paris, Sciences Po Paris, Sciences Po Grenoble, Sciences Po Lille and Audencia Nantes.

The college basketball team, The Eagles ( "Eagles"), has experienced success recently [when?].

In recent years, the university continues its expansion campaign and work, called "AnewAU" ( "a new A.U."). The university has raised $ 200 million in donations to complete the project