From the Alumni Director: Mapping Our Impact
See related: Centennial
Ukrainian Students Find Refuge in a Community with a History of Supporting Those Impacted by War
Nearly two years after the full-scale Russian invasion, Ukrainian students find refuge in a community of scholars with a long history of supporting those impacted by war.
See related: Conflict, Global Governance, Law, Migration, Refugees, Russia, Student Experience, Ukraine
From the Dean: Considering Those Impacted by War and Taking Stock in Our Work
See related: Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Ukraine
Exploring the Connections Between Food and Democracy
At a gathering in Chicago last August, the leader of the new Syracuse University Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship (IDJC) led a conversation about the connections between food and democracy.
See related: Food Security
Alumna Strives to Keep Her Longtime Home in the Forefront
Before attending the Maxwell School to pursue an MPA, Linh Nguyen supported Ukraine’s work to rebuild Mariupol following Russia’s 2014 attacks.
Alumnus Dmytro Kuchirka Hopes to Return to Ukraine ‘to Make Life Better’ and Help Rebuild
He was in his senior year at the Maxwell School when the Russian invasion began.
Alumnus Ryan Smith Combines Love of Law and Sports With His Passion for Journalism
He anchors ESPN’s flagship show, ‘SportsCenter,’ and is a Sports Emmy-winning host of ESPN’s ‘Outside the Lines’ and ‘E:60’ programs.
See related: Media & Journalism
In Memoriam: Susan M. Walter, Advisor and Advocate
Susan M. Walter ’69 B.A. (Hist)/’71 M.A. (PSc) passed away on April, 23, 2023, at the age of 75. She had a distinguished career in government and private industry and authored two books.
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In Memoriam: Chris Snow, NHL Manager and Advocate
Chris Snow ’03 B.A. (PSt) passed away on Sept. 30, 2023, at the age of 42. He had a successful career in professional hockey and publicly lobbied, fundraised and raised awareness to help find a cure for ALS.
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In Memoriam: Thomas P. Lauth, Higher Education Leader
Thomas P. Lauth ’76 Ph.D. (PSc) passed away on May 13, 2023, at the age of 85. He was a highly regarded professor and administrator.
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Jackson Highlights History of Black Women’s Activism in New Book
Jenn M. Jackson, assistant professor of political science, has written “Black Women Taught Us: An Intimate History of Black Feminism” (Random House Press, 2024).
See related: Black, Gender and Sex, Social Justice, United States
‘We Left Everything Because Life was More Precious,’ says Visiting Scholar from Ukraine
Since fleeing Kyiv at the start of the Russian invasion, Tetiana Hranchak has found community and continued her work in the Maxwell School.
See related: Promotions & Appointments, Refugees, Ukraine
Gift Supports Professor's Work at the Intersection of Human Nature and Political Thought
Dennis Rasmussen is the first recipient of a fellowship created with a gift from Stephen Hagerty '93 M.P.A. and his wife, Lisa Altenbernd '93 M.P.A.
See related: Giving, Promotions & Appointments
‘Time, Talent and Treasure’: Alumna Phaedra Stewart Gives from the Heart
The veteran human resources executive turned social entrepreneur shares her philosophy on life, work and the transformative power of positivity.
See related: Centennial, Giving
Senior Erykah Pasha Strives to Uplift Others
They have taken advantage of opportunities to learn and help others, including work with the local organization Layla’s Got You.
See related: Centennial, Student Experience
Public Voices Fellowship Supports Baobao Zhang’s AI Research
The Maxwell School faculty member will use the fellowship to engage the public on perceptions and governance of artificial intelligence.
See related: Autonomous Systems, Awards & Honors
On the Eve of 100: Orange Central Attendees Hear Plans to Celebrate Maxwell’s Centennial
Dean David M. Van Slyke told the crowd that the year ahead will include celebrations and other engagement opportunities united by a theme borrowed from the Athenian Oath—‘Ever Strive.’
See related: Centennial, School History
Maxwell Sociologists Honored and Elected to Leadership Positions at ASA Annual Meeting
Prema Kurien and Janet M. Wilmoth received awards, and several faculty colleagues were elected to roles in the American Sociological Association.
See related: Awards & Honors, Promotions & Appointments
‘Unearthing Africa's Long Lost Past’: Maxwell Professor Unearths England’s First Outpost
The remarkable discovery of Fort Kormantine by archaeologist Christopher DeCorse illuminates a critical period in Atlantic history.
See related: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Archaeology, Grant Awards, Migration, Student Experience, Trade
Kristy Buzard Explores Gender Disparities in Economics
She is part of a three-member team that received a $157,065 grant from the Women in Economics and Mathematics Research Consortium.
See related: Gender and Sex, Grant Awards, United States