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New York Times

The International Olympic Committee’s Response To Peng Shuai’s Allegations

Tuesday, November 30, 2021, By Sophie Gomprecht

Rick Burton, David B. Falk Endowed Professor of Sport Management in Falk College, was quoted in two New York Times stories, “Are the Knicks and Lakers Really Worth $5 Billion?,” and “Will Olympics Sponsors Face Blowback Over Peng Shuai?.” Additionally, he…

New York Times

Will Biden’s Infrastructure Plan Delivery On Its Promises?

Tuesday, November 30, 2021, By Sophie Gomprecht

David Van Slyke, Dean of the Maxwell School, provided expertise to The  New York Times for the piece, “Biden Says His Infrastructure Law Is a ‘Big Deal.’ How Big?” Syracuse professor discussed Biden’s new $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Law, and his ability…

Campus & Community

Native American and Indigenous Studies Program Expands With Addition of Two New Scholars

Monday, November 29, 2021, By Dan Bernardi

Two leading scholars in the areas of global Indigenous environmental studies are joining the Native American and Indigenous studies (NAIS) program in the College of Arts and Sciences | Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs (A&S | Maxwell). Mariaelena Huambachano, assistant professor…

Veterans

Navy Veteran Tru M. Truong G’24 Looks to Bright Future Through Her University Experience

Monday, November 29, 2021, By Vanessa Marquette

Originally from the small town of Ben Tre, Vietnam, Tru Truong began her journey in the U.S. at 12 years old when she moved with her mother and sister to Maryland. She was always interested in joining the military as…

Robert Rubinstein

Distinguished Professor of Anthropology and Professor of International Relations
Campus & Community

Call for Nominations: Chancellor’s Citation for Excellence

Monday, November 29, 2021, By Ellen de Graffenreid

The deadline for nominations for the 2021-22 Chancellor’s Citation for Excellence is Friday, Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. Nomination requirements are available on the Chancellor’s Citation web page. Completed nominations may be submitted via email to Ramesh Raina (vpr@syr.edu, cc:…

Media Tip Sheets

For the media: Jack Dorsey leaving Twitter “His tenure has been less than stellar”

Monday, November 29, 2021, By Ellen Mbuqe

Jennifer Grygiel, Syracuse University associate professor and social media researcher offers this reaction to the news that Jack Dorsey, the founder and CEO of Twitter, is stepping down. “Unlike Mark Zuckerberg, Dorsey has never been in control of Twitter. His…

Media Tip Sheets

Syracuse University Experts: COVID-19

Monday, November 29, 2021, By Lily Datz

For members of the media looking for experts to comment on the complex and ever-changing issues around the COVID-19 pandemic, please see the Syracuse University faculty experts listed below. For additional media assistance, please contact: Ellen Mbuqe, Director of News…

Campus & Community

Auxiliary Services, CPDC Enhance Drumlins Trail System

Monday, November 29, 2021, By Jennifer DeMarchi

For years, members of the University community have enjoyed the use of the trail system around the golf course at Drumlins Country Club for hiking, jogging, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. The trails, which are open to use from sunrise to…

CNBC

What Those Who Are and Are Not Vaccinated Have in Common

Friday, November 26, 2021, By Sophie Gomprecht

Afton Kapuscinski, assistant teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of the Psychological Services Center, was quoted by CNBC for the article, “Use this 4-step guide for Covid-safe and conflict-free holiday gatherings.” Kapuscinski discussed the controversy…