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Maxwell-in-Washington Graduate Student Mario Marquez Joins in Call to Repeal War Authority in Iraq

March 31, 2023

The Iraq War veteran is director of national security for The American Legion and is pursing an executive master’s in international relations degree.

Lamis Abdelaaty Receives Gerda Henkel Foundation Grant to Support Book Research

March 30, 2023

The associate professor of political science will examine what constitutes a refugee crisis in her second book.

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Yingyi Ma Named an American Council on Education Fellow

March 29, 2023

As a fellow, Ma, professor of sociology, will receive customized leadership training and mentorship.

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Tessa Murphy Named Humanities Faculty Fellow for Research on Histories of Enslaved People

March 27, 2023

The associate professor of history is working on a book and publicly accessible database of people who were enslaved in British Crown colonies in the Caribbean. 

David Van Slyke Reappointed to 5-Year Term as Maxwell School Dean

March 23, 2023
“The Maxwell School has thrived under David’s leadership,” says Provost Gretchen Ritter. “He has strengthened an already strong school in numerous areas ranging from undergraduate enrollment to external funding. I am grateful for his continued service to the school and the University.”

Moynihan Institute’s Longtime Leader Says She Was ‘Honored to be Part of the Mission’

March 22, 2023

Recent retiree Margaret ‘Peg’ Hermann greatly expanded the institute’s global reach and served as a mentor to countless students.

Thomas Perreault Receives Fulbright Specialist Award

March 17, 2023

The professor of geography and the environment will spend part of the summer researching peatlands and helping develop a doctoral program in Chile. 

Taylor Hamilton ’18 MPA/MA (IR) to Spend a Year in Asia as a Luce Scholar

March 15, 2023

The Maxwell School alum aspires to work as an urbanist and spatial equity advocate.

NBA Legend and Former Detroit Mayor Dave Bing: ‘We Need to Support Each Other Much More Than We Do’

March 2, 2023

The Maxwell School alumnus reflected on his life experiences and efforts to uplift others during a recent Renewing Democratic Community talk with Professor Chris Faricy.

New Knowledge - Tapping Into Maxwell’s Scholarly Distinction

February 24, 2023
Undergraduates at the Maxwell School now have almost limitless opportunities for research and deeper study.

Syracuse’s Black History Maker: DC Community Organizer Charles ‘Chuck’ Hicks ’69

February 10, 2023

The Maxwell School alumnus became the first Black president of the Student Government Association and helped form the Black Student Union.

Political Science and Policy Studies Major Grateful for ‘Life Changing’ Scholarship

February 9, 2023

“Being a Phanstiel Scholar means you’re being recognized for already demonstrating leadership in community service. It’s been a great honor, and it’s changed my life for the better,” says Maxwell senior David Bruen. The scholarship program was created by alumnus Howard Phanstiel '70 B.A. (PSc) /’71 M.P.A./’22 Hon. and his wife, Louise Phanstiel.

In Memoriam: Life Trustee Samuel V. Goekjian ’52

February 6, 2023

After graduating with a degree in history from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs and the College of Arts and Sciences, Goekjian remained an engaged alumnus, a trusted advisor to leadership, and an active board trustee and philanthropist—all in service to his alma mater. Goekjian passed away on Dec. 9, 2022, at the age of 95.

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On Tragedy’s Anniversary, Former NASA Leader Sean O’Keefe Reflects on the ‘Price of Diligence’

January 31, 2023

O’Keefe, a Maxwell School alumnus and Syracuse University Professor, was at the helm 20 years ago when Columbia broke apart while returning from a space research mission. 

NBA Hall of Famer and Former Detroit Mayor Dave Bing ’66 to Speak at Syracuse University on Feb. 17

January 27, 2023

The legendary athlete will reflect on his past experiences, current challenges and work to uplift Black youth.

American Association of Geographers Recognizes Mark Monmonier with Lifetime Achievement Honor

January 17, 2023

Monmonier, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Geography and the Environment, was recognized for ‘outstanding contributions.’

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Maxwell Students, Faculty Among SOURCE and Honors Grant Recipients

January 13, 2023

Eleven Maxwell School students have been awarded grants from the Syracuse Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement (SOURCE) and the Renée Crown University Honors Program. The awards provide up to $7,500 in support for original undergraduate research projects.

In Memoriam: Life Trustee, Maxwell Alumnus and Distinguished Professor Emeritus Walter Broadnax

January 12, 2023

Public service isn’t about something you do today and then you’re done. It’s about improving our society, improving the world…for the people that live in it.” Words attributed to Walter Broadnax G’75 that defined the way he approached life, education, work and volunteer service. The esteemed Syracuse University alumnus, professor, trustee and benefactor passed away on Dec. 2, 2022, at the age of 78.

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Baobao Zhang Joins First Cohort of AI2050 Early Career Fellows

January 11, 2023

Zhang, assistant professor of political science, has received up to $200K to research the role of citizens in the governance of artificial intelligence systems. 

Prominent Higher Education Leader, Alumna Molly Corbett Broad ’62, H’09 Remembered

January 6, 2023

Molly Corbett Broad ’62 B.A. (Econ), H’09, a Syracuse University alumna who became a nationally renowned higher education leader and advocate, died Jan. 2. She was 81. Broad was a longtime member of the Maxwell Advisory Board.

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