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Britney Griner is Free, but did it take a “dance with the devil” to make it happen?

Reporters looking for experts to discuss the issues around the release of WNBA star player Britney Griner from a Russian penal colony in exchange for
Ellen Mbuqe Dec. 8, 2022

Diverse Santas Are Good for Us

Last month, the Mall of America announced that the cast of six Santas at The Santa Experience will include an Asian Santa for the first time.
Ellen Mbuqe Dec. 8, 2022

Moving the start of the 2024 democratic primary to South Carolina

Last week the rules committee of the Democratic National Committee voted to make South Carolina the first state in the 2024 primaries. A proposal championed
Ellen Mbuqe Dec. 6, 2022

War Crimes in the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Yesterday, U.S. President Joe Biden and French President Emanuel Macron pledged to hold Russia accountable for "widely documented atrocities and war crimes" in Ukraine, the
Ellen Mbuqe Dec. 2, 2022

Old politics from the 80s won’t solve the homeless crisis

Recently, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a new plan to involuntarily hospitalize homeless people in psychiatric crises. Syracuse University Professor of Law Arlene
Ellen Mbuqe Dec. 1, 2022
Old politics from the 80s won’t solve the homeless crisis

Mauna Loa Eruption Teaches Us More About Volcanoes , Says SU Lava Project Scientist

The largest active volcano on Earth erupted Monday. Mauna Loa is one of at least three large ‘shield volcanos’ that overlap one another on the
Daryl Lovell Nov. 29, 2022
Mauna Loa Eruption Teaches Us More About Volcanoes , Says SU Lava Project Scientist

Issues Behind Military Recruitment

Our country continues to face a military recruiting crisis – as many branches are offering sign-on bonuses and other incentives to get more people to
Vanessa Marquette Nov. 8, 2022
Issues Behind Military Recruitment

What the Haudenosaunee Confederacy can teach Americans about democracy

Concerns over the health of American democracy are seen in a recent New York Times/Siena College poll reporting that 71 percent of all voters believe
Ellen Mbuqe Nov. 1, 2022

“Voting is a Spiritual Act”

As Election Day nears, one of our Syracuse University faculty experts shares a reminder to be kind this political season. The Rev. Brian Konkol, Ph.D.,
Vanessa Marquette Nov. 1, 2022

Faculty Members Reflect on Former Defense Secretary Ash Carter’s Legacy

Former defense secretary Ashton Carter’s life and legacy will not be forgotten. With the news of his passing, military experts at Syracuse University shared their
Vanessa Marquette Oct. 26, 2022

How does learning about past racial injustice inform understanding current racial discrimination?

A recently released study coauthored by a Syracuse University researcher reveals how beliefs and political affiliations shape the public’s understanding about racial inequalities. The paper,
Ellen Mbuqe Oct. 20, 2022

Overwatch 2 Illustrates Challenges Facing Esports Industry

Blizzard Entertainment positioned its popular shooter Overwatch as a major player on the esports scene. But the company has hit some stumbling blocks and faced
Christopher Munoz Oct. 11, 2022
Overwatch 2 Illustrates Challenges Facing Esports Industry

Mental Health Stigma Has Weakened, But There’s Still More Work To Do

World Mental Health Day is held annually on October 10. The main purpose is to both raise awareness about mental health issues and promote resources
Daryl Lovell Oct. 10, 2022

Semiconductor Use and Manufacturing Process

Semiconductors – also referred to as microchips and memory fabs – are essential components of most electronic circuits, providing the memory capability for countless digital
Daryl Lovell Oct. 7, 2022
Semiconductor Use and Manufacturing Process

Can an “October surprise” still influence voters?

In the polarized political landscape of America, can an October Surprise still have an impact on voters? This week, two hotly-contested senate races in Georgia
Ellen Mbuqe Oct. 7, 2022

Engaging North Korea Diplomatically

Japan residents were frightened by the ballistic missile North Korea fired over their country the other day. This move by North Korea has many questioning
Vanessa Marquette Oct. 5, 2022

Vice Adm. Robert Murrett Responds to Nord Stream Gas Leaks

European leaders say sabotage is to blame for the Nord Stream pipeline leaks in the Baltic Sea, according to The Guardian. Retired Vice Admiral Robert
Vanessa Marquette Sept. 28, 2022

Fed Rate Hike Likely To Impact Holiday Shopping, Says Whitman Retail Expert

October 1 kicks off the last fiscal quarter of the year, which includes the biggest retail spending period as well – the holiday shopping season.
Daryl Lovell Sept. 27, 2022