The Kogod School of Business was cited in a CNBC article discussing the challenges of achieving 100% U.S.-made vehicles. Their research highlights decades-long trends toward decreased domestic (U.S./Canadian) parts usage due to globalized supply chains—a finding that challenges the feasibility of aggressive reshoring measures and authoritarian tariff policies.

The Kogod School of Business at American University announced a partnership with Perplexity AI to provide its Enterprise Pro AI to all students, faculty, and staff, enhancing the school’s AI curriculum and research initiatives.

On March 19, 2025, the Kogod School of Business partnered with Perplexity to provide its entire community with access to Perplexity Enterprise Pro, a cutting‐edge AI tool designed to enhance academic research, learning, and productivity. This initiative builds upon Kogod's ongoing AI integration across its curriculum.

Kogod School of Business faculty participated in an in‐depth discussion on critical policy issues ahead of the 2024 presidential election. The conversation covered the implications of Trump's proposed tariff threats, concerns over inflation, and market uncertainty, thereby fostering informed debate on policies that could influence democratic governance.

Kogod School of Business was named fifth in the US and twelfth in the world in Corporate Knights’ Better World MBA Rankings, highlighting its strong commitment to integrating sustainability, environmental, and social justice topics into its curriculum. The ranking reflects the school’s continued emphasis on preparing business leaders to address global challenges and drive positive change.

On September 21, 2023, the Kogod School of Business received a record-breaking $15M donation from Robert and Arlene Kogod to establish three endowed chairs, including roles focused on finance, marketing with a focus on race and diversity, and sustainability. The gift is intended to bolster impactful scholarship, experiential learning, and community engagement at American University.

Robert and Arlene Kogod provided a $15M gift to American University's Kogod School of Business to establish three endowed chairs, an initiative aimed at enhancing academic excellence, fostering research in fields including diversity and sustainability, and strengthening community impact.

The Kogod School of Business posted on LinkedIn about the upcoming 2023 High-Level Political Forum in New York City, highlighting discussions on sustainable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and progress on the Sustainable Development Goals in line with its mission for a more sustainable world.

During the 2022-2023 school year, Kogod School of Business faculty made significant contributions through research and public advocacy addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion, sustainable business practices, and transparency in taxation and policing. Their work challenges authoritarian norms and supports marginalized communities.