Supporting theKogod School of Business

The Kogod School of Business has always been a vanguard of innovation. In a changing business landscape, Kogod continues to write the script for what a cutting-edge business education means—and the impact it can have. Galvanized by support for American University's Change Can't Wait campaign, Kogod faculty are equipping students with the tools, training, and real-world experiences to become the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers. Transformative campaign gifts have powered student entrepreneurship, fostered strong community ties, and advanced Kogod’s research impact in marketing and finance. With sustainability and artificial intelligence fully integrated into all curricula, Kogod students are primed to tackle the business challenges of tomorrow.

Change Created

Fueled scholarly leadership at the highest level by endowing three Kogod Eminent Scholar Chairs for faculty tackling the most pressing questions in sustainability, marketing, and finance.
Catalyzed entrepreneurship with the naming of the Veloric Center for Entrepreneurship, offering cross-campus opportunities for aspiring undergraduate and graduate student entrepreneurs through pitch competitions, specialized curriculums and mentorships, and an enhanced incubator program.
Propelled opportunities for real-world learning through a dynamic portfolio of five student-managed investment funds, eight immersion programs, global study programs that connect students to today's world, and competitive internship and co-op placements across corporate, government, and non-profit sectors.
Innovated a more sustainable world through business, pioneering a flagship MS in sustainability management program to develop solutions to climate change, environmental justice, resource conservation, and sustainable development and launching the Gamechangers in Sustainability speaker series featuring Fortune 500 CEOs, founders, and entrepreneurs.
Expanded scholarships to promote equity and access through endowed funding that empowers students with networking skills and internship experiences critical to their professional success.

With the AU community’s investment during Change Can’t Wait, the Kogod School of Business has been transformed. Our faculty are leading the way in new areas of exploration and our alumni have never been more engaged with our work. We are powering the next generation of business leaders who will make the change our world needs today—from sustainability to finance to entertainment.

David Marchick, Dean, Kogod School of Business