Past Events

This talk focuses on the military commission trial for Khaled Sheikh Muhammad and four other men accused of responsibility for the 9/11 terrorist attacks, a case often referred to as "the trial of the century." Lisa Hajjar will offer a first-hand perspective on what it is like to go to Guantanamo (in her case, as a journalist), and the critical and contentious issues that this case raises. These include not only how the government is striving to pursue accountability for 9/11, but also the fact that all five defendants were held for years in secret prisons and tortured by the CIA. Because of the important role played by the CIA, everything surrounding this case is shrouded in secrecy and complicates the legal process.

Norman Hammond is a British archaeologist, academic and Mesoamericanist scholar, noted for his publications and research on the pre-Columbian Maya civilization.

We are excited to welcome you on campus and introduce you to college life at AUR. The following guide will give you a detailed description of the mandatory events taking place during Orientation Week.  We have carefully organized a series of events so you can enjoy AUR to the fullest, academically and socially.  You will explore the neighborhood and get to know your peers along the way! We encourage you to ask any staff or faculty anything you may not be clear on, we are all here to help and make you feel welcome to our community.
 
Arianna D’Amico
Director of Admissions & Financial Aid

Celebrate American Independence Day with The American University of Rome!

The American University of Rome invites you to celebrate American Independence Day at its beautiful campus overlooking the city.

Join the AUR community for an evening of live music, dancing, barbecue, and cotton candy.