Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs

Alumnus Says M.P.A. Provided a Global Perspective, Preparing Him for Career With the World Bank

In Peru, Hugo Brousset '13 pursued his keen interest in social issues throughout his education and early career—from undergraduate studies in anthropology, to a master’s
Alumnus Says M.P.A. Provided a Global Perspective, Preparing Him for Career With the World Bank

Research Reveals Liberal Policies Can Save Lives

Jennifer Karas Montez, University Professor of sociology in the Maxwell School, was featured in the Fast Company story “Liberal policies could have saved 171,030 lives,
Julia Mazzer Nov. 16, 2022

Veteran Political Journalist Margaret Talev Named Kramer Director of Syracuse University Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship Institute

The S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications today announced the appointment of veteran political journalist Margaret Talev as the Kramer Director of the Syracuse University
Wendy S. Loughlin Nov. 15, 2022
Veteran Political Journalist Margaret Talev Named Kramer Director of Syracuse University Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship Institute

Opening Doors to Careers on Wall Street

Orange alumni are around the world and in nearly any career. More than that, they are willing and ready to give current students an insider
Dan Bernardi Nov. 14, 2022
Opening Doors to Careers on Wall Street

DC Attorney Credits Her Maxwell Mentor for Successful Career in International Human Rights

In 2011, when Zuleika Rivera came to Syracuse from Puerto Rico for her undergraduate studies, she planned to pursue political science as a step toward
DC Attorney Credits Her Maxwell Mentor for Successful Career in International Human Rights

IVMF Recognized at Two Separate Events Honoring Veteran Service Initiatives

The D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) was honored with the Non-Profit Leadership Award by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce at the 12th
Charlie Poag Nov. 13, 2022
IVMF Recognized at Two Separate Events Honoring Veteran Service Initiatives

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

Agreement Between University and Northeast Clean Energy Council Means New Opportunities for Students, Faculty, Businesses

Officials from Syracuse University and the Northeast Clean Energy Council (NECEC) last week signed a memorandum of understanding forming a collaborative partnership between both organizations.
Diane Stirling Nov. 7, 2022
Agreement Between University and Northeast Clean Energy Council Means New Opportunities for Students, Faculty, Businesses

Impressive Recovery Of U.S. Factory Jobs After Pandemic Recession

Mary Lovely, professor of economics in the Maxwell School, was interviewed by the New York Times for their story “Factory Jobs Are Booming Like It’s
Julia Mazzer Nov. 6, 2022

Jeffrey M. Scruggs Selected to Lead Syracuse University’s Board of Trustees

Syracuse University today announced that Jeffrey M. Scruggs, a highly engaged trustee and respected member of the global finance community, has been selected to lead
News Staff Nov. 4, 2022

Study: Rise in Working-Age Deaths in U.S. Linked to Conservative State Policies

State policies and their impact on public health were thrust into the spotlight at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. But a new
Christopher Munoz Nov. 2, 2022

Lender Center Brings Labor Movement Leaders to Campus to Discuss the Fight for Workers’ Rights

The revitalization of the American labor movement and the struggle for racial and economic justice were the central topics of a Lender Center Conversation held
Jen Plummer Nov. 1, 2022
Lender Center Brings Labor Movement Leaders to Campus to Discuss the Fight for Workers’ Rights

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

Faculty Affairs’ Winders Focusing Efforts on Faculty Professional Development, DEIA, Communication and Streamlined Workflows

Jamie Winders arrived at the University in 2004, a new faculty member right out of graduate school. Ten years later, as department chair, she began
Diane Stirling Oct. 25, 2022
Faculty Affairs’ Winders Focusing Efforts on Faculty Professional Development, DEIA, Communication and Streamlined Workflows

Maxwell Professor Gives Expert Opinion On Putin’s Partial Mobilization of Russia

Sean McFate, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council and an adjunct professor at Syracuse University's Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, was interviewed
Julia Mazzer Oct. 21, 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

Rose-Laying Ceremony and Remembrance Convocation to Be Held Friday

The 2022-23 Convocation for Remembrance Scholars, honoring 35 outstanding students from this year’s senior class, will be held Friday, Oct. 21, at 3 p.m. in
Kelly Homan Rodoski Oct. 20, 2022
Rose-Laying Ceremony and Remembrance Convocation to Be Held Friday

For Renée Verdi ’22, a Career in Public Health Starts in Communications

The path to a rewarding career is rarely a straight line. Renée Verdi​ followed two paths–public health and policy studies–that led to her first job
Matt Michael Oct. 18, 2022
For Renée Verdi ’22, a Career in Public Health Starts in Communications