The American University of Rome is proud to celebrate the success of Annabelle Cabral-Sanchez, a recent graduate of AUR’s B.A. in International Relations & Global Politics, who has taken her first professional steps into the world of foreign policy and public affairs in Washington, D.C. Shortly after graduation,  Annabelle  began a research internship with  Thomas J. Duesterberg , a senior fellow at  Hudson Institute  and an expert on trade, manufacturing, economics, and fore

The Aventinus Minor Project (AMP) , launched in 2019, has become one of the most ambitious community-archaeological undertakings in central Rome. Led by The American University of Rome (AUR) in partnership with  St. Stephen’s School, Rome , the  Istituto Santa Margherita , and the  Soprintendenza Speciale Archeologia Belle Arti e Paesaggio di Roma , the project combines rigorous academic research with hands-on pedagogy and strong local engagement.   What is the Aventinus Mino

The American University of Rome (AUR) is delighted to announce the appointment of Deborah T. Ashford to its Board of Trustees.  Now  Senior Counsel Emeritus at Hogan Lovells in Washington, D.C ., Ashford previously served as a senior partner leading the firm’s Tax-Exempt Organizations practice, where she advised major foundations, universities, hospitals, and international NGOs on governance, tax, and regulatory matters.     “Ashford’s record of service to and for internation

The American University of Rome (AUR) announced today that artist and educator  Soulé Déesse  will join the faculty in January 2026 as  Professor of Fine Arts and Program Director of the Fine Arts Program .     Déesse comes to AUR from  Tufts University’s School of the Museum of Fine Arts (SMFA) , where she serves as  Professor of the Practice (Drawing & Painting) and Chair of Drawing and Painting . Her teaching and leadership experience, coupled with a globally recognized...

Seasoned university advancement leader to drive AUR’s philanthropy for AUR’s campus expansion and beyond. The American University of Rome (AUR) has appointed Stephen Caraher as Chief Advancement Officer (CAO), effective January 2026, after a global search conducted by the search firm Isaacson Miller. A widely respected professional with more than two decades in higher-education fundraising and alumni relations, Caraher will lead AUR’s advancement and engagement strategy at a

An interview with AUR"s President Scott Sprenger by by Adriana Caló, Professional Women's Association (Rome). Q. Can you describe your...

The American University of Rome’s Board of Trustees convened on October 9–10, 2024, in Washington, D.C., to review strategic initiatives...

Some of AUR's outstanding alumni will return this fall to share their insights and experiences with current students. I encourage...

The American University of Rome (AUR) is proud to announce the return of alumna Mara Nisdeo as the new Vice President of Enrollment...

AUR emphasizes academic field trips and experiential learning as essential components of its educational philosophy to provide students...