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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. 

Audie Klotz Receives 2023 Wasserstrom Prize for Graduate Teaching

May 30, 2023

Audie Klotz, professor of political science, is the 2023 recipient of the Willian Wasserstrom Prize for Teaching of Graduate Students. The prize is awarded to a faculty member who exemplifies the qualities of William Wasserstrom, a noted professor of English at Syracuse, who died in 1985.

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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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Mallon Andrews, Woodard Receive International Relations Teaching Award

May 8, 2023

The award recognizes excellence in teaching and contributions to the IR program during the 2022-2023 academic year.

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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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University Announces 2023-24 Remembrance Scholars

May 2, 2023

“The Remembrance Scholars represent the future while honoring the past, which is both a great privilege and a great responsibility,” says Vice Chancellor and Provost Gretchen Ritter. “This year’s students, who have demonstrated strong leadership skills and a commitment to service, are up to the task. As with those who were tragically lost nearly 35 years ago, we are proud that these students are members of our University community.”

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