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June 2, 2020

A Message from President Oxtoby to Academy Staff

After the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, and the nationwide unrest that followed, Academy President David Oxtoby shared some thoughts with staff about the Academy's responsibility to do more to recognize and address racism in America.
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April 23, 2020

New 2020 Members Announced

The American Academy of Arts & Sciences announced its members elected in 2020. The 276 artists, scholars, scientists, and leaders in the public, non-profit, and private sectors include Joan Baez, Eric Holder, and Ann Patchett.
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Civic Engagement During COVID-19: How Commission Members are Making a Difference

For the past two years, members of the Academy’s Commission on the Practice of Democratic Citizenship have engaged in research, round tables, and discussions about strengthening American democracy in the 21st century. Now, as the impact of COVID-19 surges through every aspect of American society, Commission members are applying their expertise in public policy and civic and political engagement to meet and understand critical challenges at the local and national levels.
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Spring 2020

Update on Academy Activities Due to COVID-19

A brief update on the Academy’s actions and activities during the COVID-19 outbreak, including adjustments that have been made to our operations to help ensure the safety of members and staff.

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