March 12
SPA Helps Applied Politics Grad Finds his Place on the Hill
Dan Lindner, an SPA grad with a new plum assignment as U.S. Representative Judy Chu’s press assistant, credits every job he’s had in Washington to AU. But his success is just as much a result of putting himself in opportunity’s path.
More Success Stories
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Public Service Wonk Shares Time and Energy at State, Local, and University Levels
Alumnus Tim Dodd, SPA/BA ’03, serves the local and public interest through work for the governor’s office, as a town selectman, and as a board member for a non-profit.
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Poli Sci Student Goes Behind the Scenes at Primary
Elise Tollefson was living a politico’s dream. The 24 year-old graduate student was rubbing elbows with presidential candidates, reporters, and pundits while covering the New Hampshire primary—and calling it schoolwork.
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AU Students Study Abroad Through Gilman Scholarships
Studying abroad can be costly. But with financial assistance through a Gilman Scholarship, it doesn’t have to break the bank.
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Key Alum Michael Hughes Sworn In As US Marshal for DC Superior Court
Key Alum Michael Hughes was sworn in as US Marshal for the DC Superior Court.
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Taking a Stand for Education and Paying Forward the AU Spirit
Alumnus Nick Banovetz, SPA/BA ’03, SOC/MA ’06, applies his AU experiences in a new professional endeavor and still finds time to pay it forward as a volunteer for AU.



