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Troubling Spike in COVID-19 Cases, Additional Action Underway
Dear Students: Over the last 24 hours, it has become abundantly clear that a small group of students are willfully ignoring the Stay Safe Pledge, and New York State public health guidelines. We are aware of several parties and large…
“YouTube cracks down on QAnon conspiracy theory videos, citing real-world violence”
Whitney Phillips, assistant professor of communication and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was interviewed by CBS News for the story “YouTube cracks down on QAnon conspiracy theory videos, citing real-world violence.” Phillips, an expert on…
Philanthropic Spirit that Never Loses Sight of the Goal
Brett Jefferson ’88 likes to cite the book titled “David and Goliath” by Malcolm Gladwell, when reflecting on life’s challenges that confronted him as a boy. The book explores the power of the underdog and the role of adversity in…
“Q and the ABCs of spreading conspiracy theories.”
Whitney Phillips, assistant professor of communication and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was interviewed by CBS Sunday Morning for the story “Q and the ABCs of spreading conspiracy theories.” Phillips, an expert in disinformation, explains…
“Biden eliminated attack ads during Trump’s hospital stay. Trump’s campaign saw no need for a softer tone.”
Jennifer Stromer-Galley, professor in the School of Information Studies, was interviewed for the CBS News story “Biden eliminated attack ads during Trump’s hospital stay. Trump’s campaign saw no need for a softer tone.” Stromer-Galley leads The Illuminating Project in the…
“President Trump with COVID: What could transpire if his condition worsens?”
William Banks, professor of law emeritus in the College of Law, was interviewed for the WSYR TV story “President Trump with COVID: What could transpire if his condition worsens?” Professor Banks, an expert on the laws of emergency power, says…
Inspired by Student-Athletes to Put Even More ‘Skin in the Game’
John Wildhack ’80 uses the word “connective tissue” to describe the ties that bind him and his family to Syracuse University. “It’s an incredibly unusual place that has been part of my family since the day I was born, with…
“How Conspiracy Theories Are Shaping the 2020 Election – and Shaking the Foundation of American Democracy.”
Whitney Phillips, assistant professor in the Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was interviewed for the Time article “How Conspiracy Theories Are Shaping the 2020 Election – and Shaking the Foundation of…
“Trump campaign pushes bogus conspiracy theories and misinformation as Joe Biden leads in the polls.”
Whitney Phillips, assistant professor in the Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was interviewed for the Salon article “Trump campaign pushes bogus conspiracy theories and misinformation as Joe Biden leads in the…
“The Trump campaign wants to paint Biden as left-wing, despite his moderate record.”
Grant Reeher, professor of political science in the Maxwell School and director of the Campbell Public Affairs Institute, was quoted in the USA Today story “The Trump campaign wants to paint Biden as left-wing, despite his moderate record.” Reeher, who…