A Greek-revival style mansion sits on top of a steep hill at Arlington Cemetery, overlooking the graves of those who have represented the U.S. in military uniform and their loved ones. In front of the...

On Sept. 30, students from the Washington College of Law gathered in front of the WCL Capitol Building Front Lawn to observe Orange Shirt Day, a Canadian day of memorial created to recognize the effects...

Prior to becoming the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C., was home to the Nacotchtank (Anacostan) and Piscataway people, according to a map created by Native Land Digital, a Canadian-based nonprofit...

During her time in public relations, Priya Doshi noticed a lack of gender diversity in who strategic messages were engaging as their intended audience.  “I think there's always this natural inclination...

D.C. residents celebrated the Lunar New Year Feb. 11 with parades that included groups from across the district.  Chinatown was decorated with red and yellow banners as several dances, songs and other...

Chioma Nwomeh wanted a school with opportunities to learn from her Black peers in Washington, D.C.  Now a senior, Nwomeh said she found those opportunities at American University after she applied...

This semester, The Hum team interviewed students of color and students for whom English is a second language, or ESL students, about their experience at American University, a predominantly white institution,...

August 26th, 2023 marked the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington. Thousands gathered on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to commemorate the historic march. The crowd heard from speakers including...

When Sheridan Johnson was choosing a college, she said her parents assured her there would be a place for her to find community. Johnson has Navajo, Cherokee and Lumbee heritage and grew up in North...

Students within American University Black Affinity Housing said that the program is essential for fostering community among Black students, but there is room for improvement.  Junior Michael Brown...

Angela Davis, a longtime activist, spoke at American University on March 23 about her life and work.  Davis was hosted by the Kennedy Political Union, Students for Change and Students for a Just Society...

Students received another email from President Sylvia Burwell at the start of the spring semester addressing the rise of antisemitism and how American University is working on critical areas to confront...