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Graduate Student Thrives in University’s Military-Friendly Culture

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Stephanie Salanger

National Guard soldier and federal civil servant Kola Oluwagbemi G’22 has had a “very favorable experience” as a result of the University’s commitment to the military community. Below, he answers questions about his background and plans for the future. Where…

Campus & Community

Atrocity Studies Annual Lecture to Address Climate Change and International Security

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Martin Walls

During the 2022 Atrocity Studies Annual Lecture—presented by the School of Education—a panel of experts in environmental politics, law and security, and environmental peacebuilding will address climate change as a risk factor for mass atrocities, the national and international responses…

Campus & Community

Long Awaited Victories for Orange Experience Synchronized Skating Club Team

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Gabrielle Lake

After returning with silver from the 2020 Open Collegiate Eastern Sectional Synchronized Skating Championships, the Orange Experience Synchronized Skating Club Team faced a sudden and unexpected freeze. The COVID-19 pandemic cancelled all additional competitions, no new members tried out and…

Campus & Community

College of Visual and Performing Arts Announces 2022 VPA Scholars

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Erica Blust

Twelve seniors in the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) have been named VPA Scholars, the college’s highest undergraduate academic honor. The VPA Scholars program was established to recognize the achievements of the college’s top seniors. Students are selected…

The Guardian

“Truth Social: will Trump’s ‘free speech haven’ overcome its rocky start?”

Sunday, February 27, 2022, By Lily Datz

JM Grygiel, associate professor of communications in the Newhouse School, was quoted in The Guardian story “Truth Social: will Trump’s ‘free speech haven’ overcome its rocky start?” Grygiel, an expert on social media and emerging platforms, explained that the technical…

WSYR-TV

“Syracuse professor helps makes sense of Russia-Ukraine conflict”

Friday, February 25, 2022, By Lily Datz

Brian Taylor, professor of political science in the Maxwell School, was interviewed for the WSYR-TV segment “Syracuse professor helps makes sense of Russia-Ukraine conflict.” The piece aimed to help viewers better understand Russia’s recent invasion of Ukraine. As an expert…

Campus & Community

Apply Now for Sponsorship for the Summer Faculty Success Program

Friday, February 25, 2022, By Ellen de Graffenreid

The Office of Academic Affairs, through the division of Faculty Affairs, is pleased to co-sponsor a limited number of faculty members for several upcoming installments of the Faculty Success Program (FSP) through the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity….

Media, Law & Policy

Maxwell Hosting Panel Discussion and Q&A on the Conflict in Ukraine Monday, Feb. 28

Friday, February 25, 2022, By John Boccacino

The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs will host a panel discussion and Q&A Monday, Feb. 28, with faculty experts examining the repercussions of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Featuring Maxwell faculty experts Brian Taylor, Michael Williams, Osamah Khalil and…

The New York Times

“The Evolution of Friendship and FOMO”

Friday, February 25, 2022, By Lily Datz

Sylvia Sierra, assistant professor of communications and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was quoted in The New York Times story “The Evolution of Friendship and FOMO.” Sierra, a linguist who studies millennial culture, explained the…

Campus & Community

Maxwell Alumni Wonder if Changes They Worked for in Afghanistan Will Endure

Friday, February 25, 2022, By Jessica Youngman

Leaving dust in their wake, the young Afghan women set out for a miles-long run along a trail riddled with rocks and, every so often, a spent bullet. The casings and an occasional rusted Soviet tank served as reminders of…