How does learning about past racial injustice inform understanding current racial discrimination?
A recently released study coauthored by a Syracuse University researcher reveals how beliefs and political affiliations shape the public’s understanding about racial inequalities. The paper, “Historical information and beliefs about racial inequality,” was released earlier this year and published in…
Overwatch 2 Illustrates Challenges Facing Esports Industry
Blizzard Entertainment positioned its popular shooter Overwatch as a major player on the esports scene. But the company has hit some stumbling blocks and faced criticism as it launches a sequel, Overwatch 2, including problems merging accounts and server issues….
Ushering in the King Charles III era in portraiture and public image
Reporters covering the transition of Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait to King Charles III image on things such as money, stamps and official government offices, please see comments from Romita Ray, associate professor of art history at Sryacuse University. Professor Ray,…
Mental Health Stigma Has Weakened, But There’s Still More Work To Do
World Mental Health Day is held annually on October 10. The main purpose is to both raise awareness about mental health issues and promote resources that will bolster our mental well-being. Syracuse University psychology professor Kevin Antshel is a clinical…
Semiconductor Use and Manufacturing Process
Semiconductors – also referred to as microchips and memory fabs – are essential components of most electronic circuits, providing the memory capability for countless digital devices. Syracuse University engineering professors Qinru Qui and Bryan Kim provide commentary below about what…
Can an “October surprise” still influence voters?
In the polarized political landscape of America, can an October Surprise still have an impact on voters? This week, two hotly-contested senate races in Georgia and Pennsylvania were the subject of shocking reports, only four weeks before election day. In…
Engaging North Korea Diplomatically
Japan residents were frightened by the ballistic missile North Korea fired over their country the other day. This move by North Korea has many questioning if it was in response to the growing alliance between the U.S. and South Korea,…
Vice Adm. Robert Murrett Responds to Nord Stream Gas Leaks
European leaders say sabotage is to blame for the Nord Stream pipeline leaks in the Baltic Sea, according to The Guardian. Retired Vice Admiral Robert Murrett, professor of practice at Syracuse University’s Maxwell School for professional public policy and deputy…
Fed Rate Hike Likely To Impact Holiday Shopping, Says Whitman Retail Expert
October 1 kicks off the last fiscal quarter of the year, which includes the biggest retail spending period as well – the holiday shopping season. With the federal rate hike recently increased, how might consumer spending shift as the holiday…
Reviving Religion
Many reports, including this one from the Pew Research Center, say Christians could make up less than half of the U.S. population in the near future. The Rev. Brian Konkol, Ph.D., serves as Dean of Hendricks Chapel and Professor of…