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ScienMag

Risk Factors Associated with COVID-19

Monday, July 19, 2021, By Sophie Gomprecht

Research conducted by Scott Landes, associate professor of sociology in the Maxwell School, regarding the impact of the pandemic on those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, was picked up by the Daily Mail, Open Minds, and Scienmag “U.S. COVID-19 Death Rate Higher For Those With…

The Los Angeles Times

Finding a Solution to the Current Crisis in Haiti

Sunday, July 18, 2021, By Sophie Gomprecht

Horace Campbell, professor of political science and African American Studies in the Maxwell School, was quoted by The LA Times for the article “Who killed Haiti’s president? Plot thickens as Moise’s guards come under scrutiny” as well as in France…

The Wall Street Journal

Getting Democratic Support for New Tax Bills

Sunday, July 18, 2021, By Sophie Gomprecht

Chris Faricy, associate professor of political science in the Maxwell School, was interviewed by the Wall St. Journal for the article “Democrats Focus on Turning Tax Talk Into Action.” Faricy discussed the possibility of new tax bills, saying, “A lot…

The Hill

Will President Biden Be Denied Communion? Syracuse Professor Weighs In

Saturday, July 17, 2021, By Sophie Gomprecht

Margaret Thompson, associate professor of history and political science in the Maxwell School, quoted in The Hill story “Bishops to debate banning communion for president.” Thompson commented on the controversy over whether or not President Biden should be denied communion…

Media, Law & Policy

‘The US Withdraws From Afghanistan After 20 Years of War: 4 Questions About This Historic Moment’

Friday, July 16, 2021, By News Staff

As assistant dean for Washington programs in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Mark R. Jacobson oversees year-round academic programs for the school’s D.C. headquarters at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Dean Jacobson is a foreign…

EdSurge

Pandemic Leads Many Students to Change Schools

Wednesday, July 14, 2021, By Sophie Gomprecht

Amy Ellen Schwartz, Daniel Patrick Moynihan Chair in Public Affairs and Professor, Economics and Public Administration and International Affairs in the Maxwell School, was interviewed by EdSurge, “School Is Hard for Mobile Students. These Districts Want to Help.” The Five…

Los Angeles Times

The Fear of Fireworks in California’s Dry Climate

Wednesday, July 14, 2021, By Sophie Gomprecht

Jacob Bendix, professor of geography and the environment in the Maxwell School, was quoted in The Los Angeles Times story, “No such thing as ‘safe and sane’ fireworks in a bone-dry California primed to burn.” Bendix, who specializes in the study…

Media, Law & Policy

‘Richard Branson’s Space Flight Changes the Way We Look at Space’

Wednesday, July 14, 2021, By News Staff

Sean O’Keefe, University Professor and the Howard G. and S. Louise Phanstiel Chair of Strategic Management and Leadership in the Maxwell School, wrote an op-ed for The Hill titled “Richard Branson’s space flight changes the way we look at space.”…

Campus & Community

Center for Disability Resources Honors Faculty, Staff in Annual Recognition Awards

Tuesday, July 13, 2021, By Kathleen Haley

In a year of a pandemic that created challenges for access, nominations were at an all-time high for faculty and staff who went above and beyond to ensure the success of students needing accommodations. Every year, the Center for Disability…

Business & Economy

Trustee Member, Alumnus Cliff Ensley Reflects on Taking Challenges, Making an Impact

Tuesday, July 13, 2021, By Kathleen Haley

In 1978, Cliff Ensley ’69, ’70, G’71 had an idea to start his own business and just $2,500 to do it. He was used to taking on challenges—there was no stopping him. Growing up, he struggled with a learning disability—at…