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Future Facing: Maxwell Scholars Respond to the Rapid Rise of AI and Autonomous Systems

June 8, 2023

Amid the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and autonomous systems, Maxwell scholars are gathering critical data, designing policy and informing future leaders.

Sean O’Keefe ’78 MPA Joins Government Hall of Fame

May 31, 2023

The University Professor and Phanstiel Chair in Leadership was recognized for his public service roles, including four presidential appointments. 

Madonna Harrington Meyer Reappointed as University Professor

May 15, 2023

In recognition of exceptional scholarship and innovative academic and professional activities, Madonna Harrington Meyer has been reappointed to a four-year term as University Professors, one of the highest honors the University bestows on faculty members. 

Anthropologist Christopher DeCorse Named Distinguished Professor

May 11, 2023

Christopher DeCorse, professor and chair of anthropology, has been recognized for exemplary stature in his academic field by being named Distinguished Professor, one of the highest honors awarded faculty at Syracuse University.

Awards of Excellence Honoree: Maxwell Has Been ‘a Guiding Hand’ in Public Service Career

May 9, 2023

Bernard Rostker G’66, G’70 was one of four alumni honored at the Washington, D.C., event emceed by CNN anchor Boris Sanchez '09.

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Maxwell Alum to Receive Honorary Degree at 2023 Syracuse University Commencement

May 5, 2023
Michael Crow '85 Ph.D. (PA), president of Arizona State University, will receive a doctor of science. 

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Maxwell Graduation Events Begin May 12

May 3, 2023

Alumna Donna E. Shalala G’70, H’87 will deliver remarks at the University’s 2023 Commencement.

In Memoriam: A. Dale Tussing, Revered Professor and Activist

May 2, 2023
Tussing '64 Ph.D. (Econ), professor emeritus of economics, passed away on March 25, 2023, at age 88. He was a revered teacher, scholar and an activist .

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Climate Investor Tom Steyer Tells Students, ‘We Can’t Accept People Shirking Their Responsibility’

May 1, 2023

The 2020 presidential candidate and former hedge fund manager visited the Maxwell School as part of the inaugural Sustainable Syracuse series. 

Maxwell Students and Alumni Will Teach Around the World Through Fulbright US Student Program

April 28, 2023

Maxwell students Nish Chowdhury and Camran Shealy, and alumna Sarah Dolbier '22 are among those named 2023 recipients of awards through the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. The program funds a range of awards that include English teaching assistantships (ETA) and study/research grants in over 140 countries.

Four Maxwell Students Will Participate in Highly Competitive Public Affairs Experiences This Summer

April 27, 2023

Isabella Brown and Madelin DeJesus Martinez, both policy studies majors, will attend the Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) junior summer institute at Carnegie Mellon University. Alexandria Johnson, an international relations major, will participate in the summer enrichment program through the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program. Erykah Pasha, a political science and sociology major, will participate in the Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP) at the University of Michigan.

Maxwell School Ranks #1 for Public Affairs in 2024

April 25, 2023

Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs is ranked #1 overall in a survey of its peers and is highly ranked in ten subspecialties, according to the 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Public Affairs School rankings. The school has received the top honor in 12 of the 13 years in which the peer surveys have been conducted; this year, the honor is shared with Indiana University’s O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs.

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Maxwell Faculty and Students To Be Honored at 2023 One University Awards

April 19, 2023

The One University Awards Ceremony, an annual event to honor members of the Syracuse University community who are making a difference through academics, scholarship, creative work and dedicated service, will be held Friday, April 21.

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Maxwell Senior Francis Tang Honored by Overseas Press Club Foundation

April 18, 2023

The political science and international relations major hopes to bring ‘meaningful news to readers across the world.’ 

Alexander Rothenberg Honored with Moynihan Award for Teaching and Research

April 17, 2023

The assistant professor of economics will give remarks at the Maxwell School’s Graduate Convocation on May 12.

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All Star Broadcasting Panel Addresses the ‘Intersection of Entertainment and Democracy’

April 14, 2023

Award winning broadcasters Van Jones and Bob Costas were among those who took part in a recent Los Angeles event celebrating the launch of the Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship.

New State and Local Scholarship Supports Student’s Path to Local Government

April 12, 2023

Rosalyn Impink is the first recipient of the scholarship created by an alumnus who had a long career in public finance.

Four Maxwell Seniors Named 2023 University Scholars

April 12, 2023

Chelsea Brown (citizenship and civic engagement), Dara Drake (policy studies), Maggie Sardino (citizenship and civic engagement) and Alesandra "Sasha" Temerte (economics) were among those named 2023 Syracuse University Scholars, the highest undergraduate honor the University bestows.

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Maxwell Celebrates Four Exceptional Alumni at Annual Awards of Excellence

April 11, 2023

Alumni Bernard Rostker G’66, G’70, Sean Callahan G’98, L’98, Deniece Laurent-Mantey ’09 and Juan Carlos Izaguirre G’06, G’07 will be celebrated at the event on April 27 in Washington, D.C.

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Policy Studies Alumna Ashia Aubourg Advocates for Food Justice

April 5, 2023

After graduating in 2018, Aubourg launched a digital community that unearths underrepresented narratives within food, travel and culture.

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