Association of American Universities
| Abbreviation | AAU |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1900 |
| Type | Nonprofit organization |
| Headquarters | Washington, D.C. |
Membership | 65 universities |
President | Barbara R. Snyder |
The Association of American Universities (AAU) is a prestigious organization of leading research universities in the United States and Canada. Founded in 1900, the AAU focuses on advancing society through education, research, and discovery. The association comprises 65 member institutions, which include both public and private universities.
History[edit | edit source]
The AAU was established in 1900 by a group of 14 universities to strengthen and standardize doctoral programs in the United States. Over the years, the organization has grown to include 65 member institutions, which are recognized for their excellence in research and education.
Membership[edit | edit source]
Membership in the AAU is by invitation only and is based on the quality and breadth of a university's research and education programs. The AAU conducts periodic reviews of its member institutions to ensure they continue to meet the high standards of the association.
Activities[edit | edit source]
The AAU engages in various activities to support its mission, including:
- Advocacy for federal funding for research and education
- Development of policies to enhance the quality of higher education
- Promotion of best practices in research and education
- Collaboration with other organizations to address national and global challenges
Member Institutions[edit | edit source]
The AAU's 65 member institutions include some of the most prestigious universities in the United States and Canada. These institutions are leaders in research, education, and innovation.
Governance[edit | edit source]
The AAU is governed by a board of directors, which includes representatives from member institutions. The current president of the AAU is Barbara R. Snyder.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of Association of American Universities member institutions
- Higher education in the United States
- Research university
- Doctoral programs in the United States
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
