A heartfelt thank you from all of us at SPA to Prof. Saul Newman for his leadership as Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education and Chair of the Washington Semester Program. We’re grateful for your impact and wish you all the best as you return to teaching and work on your next book!

(1/2) Talk about a full-circle moment. ✨ Years ago, Pablo (Universidad Icesi) read an article titled "Who Wants to Work for the Government?" It sparked a research interest, helped shape his academic path, and ultimately led him to pursue a doctorate at AU SPA.

SPA is proud to host #PMRC2026, with pre-conference workshops kicking off tomorrow. We’re excited to welcome public management scholars from around the world—including many of our own SPA alumni and faculty—back to campus for an inspiring week of collaboration and connection!

SPA's Inclusive Excellence team invites you to explore the “baggage” we all carry. Pause, share, & connect in a space that acknowledges our collective challenges. 🎒 Pick up a mini backpack–you don’t have to carry it alone. 🗓️ 4/20 📍Kerwin 301 🕑 Drop by: 10 AM - 2 PM

Gain a thoughtful Republican perspective on US democracy at a pivotal moment w/ former congressman Tom Davis (VA-11), & @ccps.bsky.social. Engage across viewpoints to understand the challenges & opportunities facing the nation. 🗓️ 4/20 🕑 6:30 PM 📍SIS Founders Room 👉 american-spa.swoogo.com/Crossroads

SPA's Prof. Ken Meier is chairing a session titled "Equity in Program Design: Representative Bureaucracy, Discretion, and Administrative Burdens" — a strong continuation of #PMRC2026 Day 2!

What are the implications of public organizations using generative AI? Prof. John Marvel and PhD student Sangwon Ju will share findings of their research analyzing how Large Language Models perform with human biases. Catch this timely session!

Join SPA's Department of Public Administration and Policy for the annual Levine Lecture, which will be delivered by @princeton.edu's Prof. Seema Jayachandran (@seema.bsky.social), followed by the awards ceremony. 🗓️ Fri. 5/1 🕑 6 - 8 PM📍MGSC 128 👉 RSVP: american-spa.swoogo.com/LevineLecture-2026

#PMRC2026 is 4 weeks away—pre-conference workshops kick off June 3! Dive into timely topics like AI in public admin. research, state capacity vs citizen-state interactions, & advancing theory in public mngmt research. ⚠️ No on-site registration—book your spot by May 23: american.edu/spa/pmrc2026/

🎓 Congrats, SPA Class of 2026! We're extremely proud of your achievements and can't wait to see you soar in whatever you have planned next! 🦅 #SPAProud #Classof2026

With FIFA World Cup matches due to be played in 11 US cities, the shooting of innocent people by ICE raises serious concerns about the safety of fans travelling to America, especially those at risk of racial profiling.

HOW DEADLY IS LETHAL FANTASY compared to other TTRPG? Death and Dying in TTRPG! We discuss the history of lethality in the TTRPG world. Many modern games have moved to death mechanics that make death unlikely or even near impossible. Check out the episode on YouTube youtu.be/dy4DGlpKmLI

🏥💔 Ukraine Russia War | Ru Pov: Terrible Shelling in Starobilsk, 18 Teens Killed | RCF NSFW & Premium Content: https://patreon.com/RealCombatFootage Odysee: https://odysee.com/@RCF #RealCombatFootage #RCF #War #Military #WorldNews #BreakingNews #UkraineRussiaWar

In our new episode, Dr. Ramzy Baroud reminds us: Gaza didn’t start in 2023, it began 77 years ago. Entire families were forced into #Gaza after being expelled from their homes, rebuilding life inside what became the world’s largest open-air prison. 📺 youtu.be/RKtdNoED9jw

#MorningVibe How can you help defend democracy? Democracy Docket founder @marcelias.bsky.social says to start small. Here are 10 things we can all do to make a difference. Which one will you try first? 🗳️🇺🇸

Oh, Yoko. Harper is sorry about the quote but it wasn’t his fault! Check out the latest episode of Office Hours at vist.ly/53mfu

Psst my Kings and Queens (whispering) and one up? If so, let me know if you know what a 'circadian rhythm' is? If you do without googling or ChatGPT'ing it, then we may be on the same wave length cause my chronotype is wacky.

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Jeff Bezos Says The Bottom 50% Of American Workers Should Pay ZERO Federal Income Taxes In CNBC Interview 👀💰

The Department of Justice is hoarding this empty property in Cork city centre In fact the government & their funded agencies continue to hoard thousands of empty properties in a housing emergency Makes you question whose interests they are really looking after in #DerelictIreland

Pat Kiernan and Jamie Stelter discuss returning to the office after officials urged New York commuters to work from home during the Long Island Rail Road strike 🚇

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Ich bin in die Schaf Produktion gegangen. Zumindestens, bis ich keine Lust mehr darauf habe.

Grace Van Dien describes what it is like watching herself on Netflix during the Stranger Things cast panel at Megacon 2024 Instagram/Threads: SheFantasyEnt TikTok: therealmsshe YouTube: SheFantasy-fe7lo   YouTube: SheComics5172   #strangerthings #megacon #megaconorlando #gracevandien #panels

🚨 Russian economy horror stories. Some oil sanctions lifted — but it won’t save the collapsing Russian economy. In just 3 months of 2026, the Kremlin already reached the budget deficit planned for the whole year. Regional leaders blame Moscow for poverty, collapsing services, and empty budgets.

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You're not broken and you don't need fixing - you need remembering. Here's how to remember your magnificent truth. Comment 'Manifesting Abundance' below, and we'll DM you the exclusive link to our full YouTube video & exercise!

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Is Lunchly STILL a thing… or did it fall off completely? 👀 It felt like it was everywhere when MrBeast, Logan Paul, and KSI launched it—but now it’s kinda quiet So what happened? And is it actually still being sold? #Lunchly #MrBeast #LoganPaul #KSI #SnackNews #Lunchables

Help Feed Gaza Now - Our Distribution From November 8th, 2025

The moment Bunny Shaw announced her commitment to City 🩵 🎥: ManCityWomen

🇷🇺Průnik ruských „fixerů“ do Maďarska pod hlavičkou diplomatického krytí staví Andreje Babiše do pozice, kdy by měl vysvětlit své strategické partnerství s Viktorem Orbánem.

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“I start kicking it back to shore and it’s fighting me.” 🐢 North Shore lifeguard Colin Steinberger describes how he helped save a Hawaiian green sea turtle tangled in fishing line. https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/05/22/north-shore-lifeguard-rescues-sea-turtle-tangled-fishing-line-waimea-bay/ 

I do specifically…………. People want to ignore the truth about Israel and Jews because of their consumption of propaganda from terrorist organizations and regimes thought.

#c4news Reform UK Ltd's Nigel Farage mocked Keir Starmer for receiving free glasses, but failed to tell the Electoral Commission that he bagged a 5 million pound freebie from a crypto ghoul. And now he's chickening out of TV interviews. The man is a fraud.

This Larry Bird story brought you by Rick Robey.

Finally getting gameplay footage! PlayStation State of Play coming June 2nd with more Wolverine info! #playstation #ps5 #stateofplay #playstation5

Discover top and trending #entomology research in BioOne Complete, featuring articles from Arachnology @britishspiders.bsky.social, Breviora @mczharvard.bsky.social, and Journal of the Lepidopterists' Society. Free to read through March 31: bio-one.co/4sSpwch #Bugsky #insects

Conocemos el segundo caso de avispas asiáticas. En este caso ha sido un nido en el Instituto Isabel de España de las Palmas de Gran Canaria

If the needle exchange facility run by Extern closes and cannot find a new building in Belfast city centre, the impact could be serious. We need a practical solution that protects public health, supports recovery & keeps Belfast city centre clean, safe and thriving.

What you're paying for is the editor. Futurist Douglas @rushkoff.com with Journalism 2050 hosts @emilybell.bsky.social and Heather Chaplin. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

$400 million for a White House ballroom that most Americans will never set foot in.   How about $400 million to make your health care more affordable? How about $400 million to lower your grocery bill?

WORLDWIDE RESPONSE TO DONALD TRUMP ON THE WORLD STAGE... 🖕🤣🖕🤯 #DonaldTrump #Laughingstock #Twisted #Sick #SAD #Joke #Ha #Ha #Ha

How do you turn a type specimen into an experience? For Exat, Studio Size pushed the typography showcase beyond the static page, using scroll, motion, and interaction to reveal the logic, range, and character of Hot Type's most ambitious typeface yet: tympanus.net/codrops/2026...

Le 28 juin 2009, le physicien Stephen Hawking avait organisé une réception au champagne pour les voyageurs du futur. L’astuce est que les invitations n’ont été envoyées que le lendemain de la fête. Forcément, personne n’est venu.

"Look objectively at the council you're challenging, but be very empathetic to their situation. Be frank about the issues so they have clear ideas on what to do next." Cllr Laura Mayes from Wiltshire Council on effective peer challenge that helps councils thrive. https://orlo.uk/EcdYf

Nova Scotia has updated its EOI system under the NSNP, introducing a 12-month validity period starting May 1, 2026. Candidates must now receive an invitation within one year or submit a new profile to stay in the pool. zurl.co/iAjEz

EV rebates caveats, infected hummingbird tongue, Victoria film and hot chocolate festivals and a look at the labour numbers Catch up with today's Ryan & Lisa podcast: www.iheart.com/podcast/1300...

Hello again! I’m home from camping again! Lovely comments part 51 It’s fun to highlight stupid comments, but I don’t want to neglect to fully appreciate how the vast majority of comments I get are super lovely! These are from my various social media accounts. I’m singing Scarlatti here.

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🚨Breaking News Update #EpsteinFiles

Okay, why is this the second show in a week that talks about sizey adult content? Also, Sam Levinson is a legit gooner is he?

@icookfood2023.bsky.social Happy Celebrate YOU & All Your Wonderful Birthday 🎉🥳🧁🍾🎊 many hugs. wishing you good food, tunes, fellowship, & celebration 💜🫂🫶 we luv you, Sir

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