This is a brief update on the Academy’s activities during the COVID-19 outbreak, including adjustments that have been made to our operations to help ensure the safety of members and staff.
OUR WORK
Academy staff are working remotely.
We continue to make progress on projects, publications, and the new member election process. Meetings with members and other experts are being held virtually.
The Academy's online staff directory provides contact information.
NEW MEMBER ELECTIONS
The 2021 election cycle is underway. Members are encouraged to log in to participate. Please reach out to membership@amacad.org with any questions.
EVENTS
At this time, there are no in-person Academy events scheduled.
SOCIAL
Even while we practice social distancing, connections can be made on social media. The Academy is on Twitter and Facebook and shares event videos on YouTube.
Topics of recent events videos include Criminal Justice as Social Justice, the Global Refugee Crisis, innovations in rural arts, and a series of talks from our convening on the practice of democratic citizenship.