Questions? Contact:
Lauren Tabbara
Assistant Dean of Graduate Studies
tabbara@american.edu
Carmen Dunlap
Graduate Student Services Coordinator
cdunlap@american.edu
Graduate Advising
Overview
Graduate advising is primarily handled within academic departments. Please contact your department directly with your advising questions (e.g., registration, course selection, program requirements, independent study, comprehensive exam schedule). Please see also for links to career advising, wellness, and other resources.
If you have questions regarding CAS's graduate admissions process or application procedures, please contact CAS's Office of Graduate Admissions.
Orientation
At the start of a new school year each graduate program will hold an individual orientation. The CAS Dean's Office hosts a welcome reception as well. Information about these events will be posted here closer to the start of Fall 2025.
Events
We organize various activities and events for CAS graduate students every semester. Check below for details on upcoming events as they are confirmed. If you have an event idea or notice a need within the CAS grad student community, please email Carmen at cdunlap@american.edu.
Grad Student Study BreakÂ
December 4, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Davenport Coffee Lounge
Take a break with the CAS Dean's Office before finals! All CAS graduate students who attend will receive a token redeemable at the Dav for any coffee or tea of their choice. Enjoy coloring and other relaxing activities designed to help you de-stress.