The Political Theory Institute presents:
Native Nations and Assimilation in Jefferson's Lost Constitution of 1804
Thursday, April 2 | Time: 5:30 PM | Kerwin 301 
In his draft of an amendment to the Constitution to authorize the Louisiana Purchase, Thomas Jefferson included a provision that would have constitutionalized Native rights to "occupancy and soil" as well as to self government, but ultimately did not seek the amendment.

Join University of Florida Professor Jeremy Bailey as he examines Jefferson's case for assimilation and sheds light on an important yet understudied feature of the political thought of the American founding.

The SPA Department of Public Analysis & Policy presents:
Nonprofits' Collaborative Attempts to Influence Rule-Making
Thursday, April 2 | Time: Noon ET | Kerwin Hall Room 301 

How do nonprofits and advocacy groups influence federal rulemaking behind the scenes? Join GW's Dr. Mary Tschirhart for an inside look at 12866 meetings—key moments where stakeholders engage directly with government officials on proposed and final rules. Drawing on 2024–2025 EPA data, this talk explores the power of cross-organizational collaboration and the challenges and opportunities shaping nonprofit advocacy today.

*The seminar is "open to all" and participation is not limited based on any individual's personal identity or characteristics, including but not limited to race, color, national origin (or shared ancestry), religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

SPA Inclusive Excellence and the AU Career Center present:
Etiquette Lunch & Dinner
Monday, April 6 | Faculty & Staff Lunch: 12 - 2 PM | Student Dinner: 6 - 8 PM 

The School of Public Affairs and the AU Career Center invite you to an Inclusive Excellence event: a shared meal designed to build community and strengthen your professional dining skills.

AU Director of Experiential Education, Brian Rowe, MEd, will offer practical guidance on navigating dining settings with confidence and ease.

Places are limited – save your seat at the table!

SPA presents:
Law School Admissions in Washington, DC
Tuesday, April 7 | Time: 12:30 PM | Kerwin 301 

Considering law school in DC? Join the School of Public Affairs for a panel featuring admissions leaders from top DC-area law schools. Hear directly from deans and directors about what makes a strong applicant, get insider tips on the admissions process, and have your questions answered.

The session will be hosted by Prof. Michelle Engert, SPA Pre-Law Director, and is open to all AU students and graduates.

The Key Undergraduate Leadership Program presents:
Spring Guest Lecture Featuring Twan Russell
Tuesday, April 7 | Time: 5:30 - 8 PM | Butler Boardroom 

Join the Key Undergraduate Leadership Program Spring Lecture featuring Twan Russell, a distinguished leader whose journey spans professional athletics, community leadership, and education. This dynamic session will explore Russell’s transition from the NFL to leading one of the nation’s premier high school athletic programs.

SPA presents:
Discover AURORA
Tuesday, April 7 | Time: 7:00 PM ET | Zoom 

Join SPA for Discover AURORA*, an introduction to Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) research and national security analysis with AURORA Director, Prof. Tricia Bacon. Learn how to engage in real-world OSINT work and explore pathways into intelligence careers.

*American University's Repository for Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Research and Analysis, housed within SPA.

SPA presents:
Research, Funding, Impact: Bridging the Gap Between Evidence and Policy Change
Wednesday, April 8 | Time: 3:00 PM | SIS Founders Room 

How does research shape real policy change? Join SPA for Research, Funding, Impact: Bridging the Gap Between Evidence and Policy Change on Wednesday, April 8 at 3 PM in the SIS Founders Room. Hear from faculty and policy leaders on translating evidence into action.

SPA presents the National Security Series:
New Perspectives in Terrorism Prevention
Thursday, April 9 | Time: 10:30 AM - 12 PM | Mary Grayden Student Center, Room 327 

Poliquicks and BallotReady are teaming up to give you everything you need to feel confident heading into election season (and maybe kick off your career in civic tech while you're at it).
Come for a non-partisan mock vote and political case study, practical tips and tricks for the midterm election, an executive Q&A, internship opportunities, and free food!

SPA presents the National Security Series:
New Perspectives in Terrorism Prevention
Thursday, April 9 | Time: 5:30 PM | McDowell Formal Lounge 

Join leadership from SPA’s Polarization and Extremism Research & Innovation Lab (PERIL) for a National Security Series session titled "New Perspectives in Terrorism Prevention" with Founding Dir. Cynthia Miller-Idriss, Exec. Dir. Bill Braniff, and Chief Strategy Officer Ryan Greer.

SPA's Political Theory Institute presents:
America's Greatest Literature
Thursday, April 16 | Time: 5:30 - 7 PM | Kerwin Hall, Room 301 

What counts as the greatest literature produced in the United States—and how do we define “greatness” in the first place? Is American literature shaped by the country’s democratic experiment, or by its contradictions and failures?

Explore some of the nation's most remarkable writers – and expand your "To-Read" list –with AU's Prof. Marianne Noble, Assoc. Prof. Keith Leonard and Roosevelt University's Prof. Stuart Warner.

SPA presents:
AURORA's Keogram Publication Launch
Thursday, April 16 | Time: 6:30 PM | MGSC 128 

Join us for the launch of AURORA's first publication at American University. The event will feature briefings from members of AURORA on a range of national security issues covered in the Keogram.

SPA's Women & Politics Institute presents:
Women on Wednesdays
The Instigators: How Black Women Have Been Essential to American Democracy (And What We Can Learn From Them)
Wednesday, April 22 | Time: 6 PM ET | Virtual 

Award-winning political strategist Atima Omara will discuss her forthcoming book, which examines how Black women have responded to failed strategic decisions by movement leaders in previous elections as a context for the present. Drawing on her political knowledge and expertise, Omara provides actionable recommendations to strategists, political party leaders, and organizers to build an inclusive democracy for years to come.