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In Memoriam: Life Trustee Allan D. Sutton ’55 BA (PSc)

Through his generosity to Syracuse University, he had a profound impact on the reputation of the Department of Philosophy and advanced the careers of some of the nation’s brightest philosophy scholars. Sutton passed away on May 31, 2023, in his home in Rancho Santa Fe, California, at the age of 90.

June 29, 2023

See related: Centennial, In Memoriam

MPA Student’s Asphalt Mural Brightens Syracuse City Hall

Jessica Whitley ’18/’23 M.P.A. says her colorful design represents the city’s past, present and future.

June 27, 2023

MPA Alumna Kimberlin Butler Returns ‘Home’ to Deliver Convocation Address

The latest cohort of graduates will receive degrees during the June 29 ceremony.

June 22, 2023

ASPI Helps Bring High Schoolers to Campus for Autonomous Racecar Grand Prix

The four-week program is being offered by Orange Works with support from ASPI and the College of Engineering and Computer Science.

June 13, 2023

Lender Fellows Research the Impact of AI-Controlled Weapons

Anthropology Professor Mona Bhan is leading the team of student researchers.
June 13, 2023

Travis Mason ’06 Serves as Chief Policy Officer for Autonomous Aviation Systems Developer

He says his Maxwell education, particularly in political science and policy studies, provided a foundation in the multifaceted problem solving involved in his work. “Maxwell taught me how to widen my policy and regulatory aperture,” he says, “because that’s what creates success when certifying autonomous technologies in and outside aviation.”

June 13, 2023

See related: Autonomous Systems

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

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

June 8, 2023

Meet US Army Captain Bong Chi, Defense Comptrollership Program Military-Connected Student

The Defense Comptroller Program at Syracuse University educates and trains the Department of Defense’s financial managers at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management where students receive an MBA, and at the Maxwell School where students earn an E.M.P.A.

June 1, 2023

See related: Student Experience

Peer to Peer Forums Showcase Expertise, Global Perspectives

Eleven Executive Education students, fellows or scholars presented at Peer to Peer forums during this academic year. The sessions included a 15- to 20-minute presentation followed by a robust question-and-answer session. Presenters came from across Maxwell’s Executive Education programs, including the Humphrey Fellows cohort.

May 31, 2023

See related: Student Experience

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

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

May 31, 2023

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