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The Connections of Health, Location, Education and your Lifespan
A study co-authored by Jennifer Karas Montez, an assistant professor of sociology at the Maxwell School, was recently cited in a Washington Post article about the rising death rates of those without a college degree. Montez’s research explores the ways public policies…
Why Are Some Ads Appearing Before the Super Bowl Starts?
This year, many companies are releasing or teasing their Super Bowl advertisements prior to kickoff of the big game. While this is an uncommon trend, Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor and Director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture…
FISA Expert William Banks Comments on Nunes Memo
The highly anticipated release of the Devin Nunes memo left many wanting more. William C. Banks, the founding director of the Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism and FISA law expert, broke down the memo in this Wired article entitled, “Reading Between…
The Trend of Super Bowl Advertisements
While Super Bowl ads are known for their humor, they also play to the tune of the country, which, this year, is a polarized nation. In a USA Today article that elaborates on what ads will be seen this year,…
Sam Sampere Talks Football Physics
Before Super Bowl LII, Sam Sampere, an Instructional Lab Manager in the Physics’ Department, discussed the science and physics behind the game with News Chanel 9. He joined the Bridge Street team to talk about all facets of the game,…
The Problem and Influence of Twitter Bots
A recent New York Times investigation revealed that thousands of Twitter users purchased followers and retweets to expand upon their influence on the site. As public outcry followed, Newhouse social media professor Jennifer Grygiel discussed this in a CNET article,…
Luxury Suites Bring Addition Revenue
While tailgating outside of your favorite team’s NFL stadium is a longstanding tradition for many, owners of teams are now attempting to move fans inside. This change comes for one simple reason: to capitalize on further revenue. For the Boston…
Music Industry Expert Bill Werde Talks Elton John Retirement
With Elton John set to make one final world tour before retiring, many fans of the artist are reminiscing about the famed musician and his illustrious career. Speaking with BBC, Bill Werde, the head of the Bandier Program within the…
Sports Management Club Raises $56,000 for Meals on Wheels
The Syracuse Sports Management Club has just donated $56,000 to the local Meals on Wheels as a result of their annual private auction. The amount is the most ever made in the annual amount, and brings the total raised since…
Kuusisto Raises Concerns Over Delta’s Disability Regulations
Delta Airlines has updated its regulations regarding passengers who require in-flight service animals. While, of course, the aim of these changes is to help, Syracuse School of Education Professor, and seeing-eye dog user, Stephen Kuusisto says that these updates actually…