Media Tip Sheets
As COVID-19 Pandemic Approaches Fifth Anniversary, What’s Next?
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic after more than 118,000 cases in 114 countries. As we approach the five-year anniversary of the global public health emergency, there are still many uncertainties about how prepared…
Expert Discusses Increased Security Measures for the Super Bowl
If you’re covering the heightened security in New Orleans for the Super Bowl with President Trump attending, you may want to consider speaking with Dr. Corri Zoli of Syracuse University’s Forensic and National Security Sciences Institute (FNSSI). She shared her…
Syracuse University Experts Available to Discuss Tariffs
For reporters looking for experts to offer insight on tariffs, please see comments from Syracuse University faculty who are available to speak with media. To arrange interviews, contact Ellen James Mbuqe, executive director of media relations, ejmbuq@syr.edu. Tariffs and the…
AI Policy Expert Discusses Changing Regulatory Landscape
The landscape of AI regulation in the United States is undergoing significant changes, with President Donald Trump announcing a major new infrastructure investment and rescinding an existing executive order by former President Joe Biden focused on AI development. Hamid Ekbia is…
US annex Greenland? SU experts weigh in
President Donald Trump has advocated for the United States to annex Greenland. For reporters covering this story, please consider Syracuse University experts who can offer insight on the issues. Renée de Nevers is an associate professor in the Department of Public…
Fireworks, Feasts and Family: A&S Professor Talks Traditions Ahead of Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is a vibrant and culturally significant holiday celebrated by an estimated two billion people in East and Southeast Asian communities around the world. This year it takes place on January 29, with celebrations lasting for several days….
Bird Flu Transmission from Animals to People is Very ‘Worrisome’
The H5N1 virus – also known as bird flu – is being blamed for rising egg prices, the death of a Louisiana man and the infection of more than 60 workers that were in close contact with infected dairy cattle…
Could Elon Musk Buying TikTok Reshape U.S.-China Relations?
Is China really considering Elon Musk to acquire TikTok? If so, one Syracuse University professor shared what he thought this could mean for U.S.-China relations. Dimitar Gueorguiev is an associate professor of political science at Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of…
Environmental Experts Weigh In on Growing Wildfires Out West
Devastating wildfires in Southern California have prompted widespread evacuations, destroyed more than 1,000 structures and burned thousands of acres. The strong winds and dry conditions have been cited as major contributing factors to the widespread weather event. Two Syracuse University…
Faculty Pay Tribute to Jimmy Carter
Syracuse University faculty are offering thoughts on the passing of Jimmy Carter, the nation’s 39th president. “In the aftermath of Watergate, Jimmy Carter helped to bring decency and honor back to the White House,” said Maxwell History and Political Science…