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Hon. James E. Baker

Professor of Law; Director, Institute for Security Policy and Law; Professor of Public Administration, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs
Campus & Community

Donald Kennedy, Former Syracuse University Professor and Stanford University President, Passes of COVID-19

Friday, April 24, 2020, By News Staff

Donald Kennedy, an internationally recognized neurophysiologist who headed both the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Stanford University, and launched his academic teaching career at Syracuse University, died April 21 at age 88 of COVID-19 in Redwood City, California….

Campus & Community

Chancellor Syverud Addresses University Senate in April 22 Zoom Conference

Wednesday, April 22, 2020, By News Staff

The University Senate meeting on Wednesday, April 22, was held virtually. Chancellor Kent Syverud made brief remarks and referred senators to his written report, submitted in advance. Both his remarks and written report are included below. Chancellor’s Zoom remarks Good afternoon. I’m…

Media, Law & Policy

‘It’s High Time We Fought This Virus the American Way’

Wednesday, April 22, 2020, By News Staff

James E. Baker is a professor of law in the College of Law and director of the Institute for Security Policy and Law. In an op-ed piece for The New York Times, Baker writes that while President Trump has invoked…

Campus & Community

Twelve Professors Named Recipients of Excellence in Graduate Education Faculty Recognition Award

Wednesday, April 22, 2020, By News Staff

The Graduate School annually solicits nominations from graduate students, faculty, staff and alumni for the Excellence in Graduate Education Faculty Recognition Award. This award honors faculty who have made a significant, positive influence on graduate education at Syracuse University through…

Health & Society

‘Too Early to Celebrate Africa’s Low COVID-19 Case Numbers’

Wednesday, April 22, 2020, By News Staff

Jok Madut Jok is a professor of anthropology in the Maxwell School. Some global leaders have issued dire warnings about Africa’s impending COVID-19 crisis. However, at the same time they have downplayed the fact that the virus has not made significant impact…

Health & Society

How to Celebrate Earth Day from Home

Tuesday, April 21, 2020, By Meg Lowe

While we all work together by staying apart, Sustainability Management and the Office of Engagement Programs at Hendricks Chapel are challenging students, faculty and staff to participate in the 50th anniversary of Earth Day from wherever you may be on…

Campus & Community

Writer, Professor, TV Host Melissa Harris-Perry Will Discuss Equity during Virtual Presentation April 24

Tuesday, April 21, 2020, By News Staff

American writer, professor and television host Melissa Harris-Perry will discuss her reflections on equity, especially during this time of a global pandemic, during a virtual presentation with the campus community on Friday, April 24, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Harris-Perry…

STEM

Lyrids for the Layperson

Monday, April 20, 2020, By Keith Kobland

A celestial showcase will be visible this week, as the Lyrid meteor shower will likely peak Wednesday morning. For those who may be a Lyrids layperson, Sam Sampere from the Department of Physics in the College of Arts and Sciences…