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Professor Vir Phoha Examines Ethics of Facial Recognition Software
The use of facial recognition technology has been controversial and it has been criticized as being prone to misuse and reinforcing existing biases. Cities across the United States have been banning the use of facial recognition software and in the…
‘Partnerships Needed to Support the Military-to-Civilian Transition’
Nicholas Armstrong, managing director of research and data at the Institute for Veterans and Military Families, wrote an op-ed for The Hill titled “Partnerships needed to support the military-to-civilian transition.” Armstrong is also an adjunct professor of public administration and…
Syracuse University Announces Updated Lacrosse Attendance Plan
On Saturday, March 6, Syracuse University became the first major college in New York State to pilot COVID prevention protocols designed to support safely reopening our stadium to fans, beginning first with Syracuse University students. As a result, nearly 250…
University Lectures Continue March 17 With Arts and Culture Agent Stephanie Johnson-Cunningham
The University Lectures continue its 20th season with a presentation by Stephanie Johnson-Cunningham, an agent for arts and culture, on Wednesday, March 17. Syracuse University’s premier speaker series, the University Lectures bring to Syracuse University audience members and the larger…
“House likely voting Wednesday on big Biden COVID relief package”
Len Burman, professor of public administration and international affairs in the Maxwell School, was quoted by the Atlanta Journal Constitution for the story “House likely voting Wednesday on big Biden COVID relief package.” Burman, an expert on economics and federal…
“Biden’s ‘Morning in America’ moment sparks a furious debate”
Len Burman, professor of public administration and international affairs in the Maxwell School, was quoted by Politico for the story “Biden’s ‘Morning in America’ moment sparks a furious debate.” Burman, an expert in economics and federal tax policy, says that…
“He’s From the Government and He’s Here to Help”
Len Burman, professor of public administration and international affairs in the Maxwell School, was quoted by The Wall Street Journal for the story “He’s From the Government and He’s Here to Help.” Burman, an expert on federal budget policy and…
Sen. Cory Booker to Offer Keynote Remarks for Virtual Toner Prizes Celebration March 26
U.S. Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey will deliver keynote remarks for the virtual ceremony honoring the winners of the 2021 Toner Prizes for Excellence in Political Reporting. The prerecorded ceremony will be available for viewing March 26 starting at…
Inaugural Lender Faculty Symposium Highlights Social Justice #Hashtag Project
The inaugural Lender Center for Social Justice Faculty Symposium was held on Thursday, March 4, in a Zoom format. The symposium is the culmination of a two-year research project by the first Lender Faculty Fellow, Casarae Abdul-Ghani. Abdul-Ghani, who is…
New York State Expands Criteria for Vaccine Eligibility
Dear Members of the Syracuse University Community: A short time ago, while speaking at the New York State Fairgrounds, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced an expansion of the population now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. Most notably, beginning tomorrow, Wednesday,…