Maxwell School News and Commentary
Thompson Article on Pope Leo XIV Published in American Catholic Studies
“As a person who has lived on three continents and traveled extensively through three more, and as someone who has thought deeply about the implications of gospel values for both church and world, Leo is well aware that all that he says and does will be examined and parsed for their repercussions,” says Margaret Susan Thompson, professor of history and political science.
See related: Elections, Europe, Government, Religion, United States
Monarch Speaks With the National News Desk About US-China 'Framework' Trade Agreement
“We're on an upward tide in relations for right now, but in general in the long term, I would expect this kind of ratcheting up and down to continue,” says Ryan Monarch, associate professor of economics.
See related: China, International Affairs, International Agreements, Tariffs, Trade, United States
DeCorse Explains the Haunted History and Evolution of Halloween
Chris DeCorse, Distinguished Professor and chair of anthropology, shares how Halloween evolved from its ancient roots to become a family-friendly holiday.
See related: United States
Why Aren’t More People Calling 988 for Mental Health Crises?
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The ‘Great Divide’: Understanding US Political Polarization
Johanna Dunaway, research director at Syracuse University's Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship and a political science professor, explains how partisan viewpoints, news consumption and misperceptions fuel America's divisions.
See related: Government, Media & Journalism, Political Parties, United States
On Terms of Trade, Offshoring Ties, and the Enforcement of Trade Agreements
Co-authored by Professor of Economics Devashish Mitra, the study was published in the Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization.
In Memoriam: Gavan Duffy
Duffy, associate professor emeritus of political science, was known for his pragmatic analyses of headline-garnering international events, including arms control talks between the U.S. and former Soviet Union. He died Sept. 6, 2025, in Syracuse. He was 75.
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Heflin Speaks With Newsweek About the Impact of Delayed SNAP Benefits
“22.4 million households across America will be disrupted if the benefits are not disbursed on time. And the total impact of the delay in SNAP benefits will ripple throughout the local economy,” says Colleen Heflin, professor of public administration and international affairs.
See related: Federal, Food Security, State & Local, United States
New AI Policy Minor to Grapple with Analytical, Practical and Ethical Questions
Taught by a team of faculty experts, the minor is offered to undergraduates from across the University starting this academic year.
See related: Artificial Intelligence, Data Privacy, Ethics, Government, School History, Student Experience, United States
Colin Elman Elected to APSA’s Governing Council
The Maxwell School political scientist will serve for the next three years.
See related: Promotions & Appointments