Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs

The ‘Great Divide’: Understanding US Political Polarization

Johanna Dunaway, research director at Syracuse University's Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship and a political science professor, explains how partisan viewpoints, news consumption and
Diane Stirling Oct. 23, 2025
The ‘Great Divide’: Understanding US Political Polarization

Community Review Board Welcomes New Leadership

Third-year law student Lindsey Oliver will serve as chair and School of Education associate professor Stefanie Pilkay will serve as vice chair.
Kelly Homan Rodoski Oct. 23, 2025
Community Review Board Welcomes New Leadership

Professor Reacts to Newly Elected First Female Prime Minister of Japan

Margarita Estévez-Abe, associate professor of political science in Syracuse University’s Maxwell School, offers insight on Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi.
Vanessa Marquette Oct. 21, 2025
Professor Reacts to Newly Elected First Female Prime Minister of Japan

CitrusTV Students Step Into the Spotlight With Mayoral Debate Production

When Syracuse’s mayoral candidates take the stage this evening, the spotlight won’t just be on politics. It’ll be on the students behind the scenes.
Keith Kobland Oct. 20, 2025

Studying the Vaccine Decision-Making Process

Maxwell School faculty Brittany L. Kmush and Shana Kushner Gadarian hope to better understand how state policies influence vaccine decisions.
Jessica Youngman Oct. 17, 2025
Studying the Vaccine Decision-Making Process

Why Our Students Love Giving Back to Their Community

Giving back to their community is shaping these students into leaders. Discover their stories and support the ongoing Student Organization Challenge.
John Boccacino Oct. 15, 2025
Why Our Students Love Giving Back to Their Community

Cramer Family Foundation Professor of Practice in Community Impact Named

As part of the Maxwell School’s Civic and Community Engagement Office, Liz Arnold is teaching courses to develop the next generation of civic leaders through
Jessica Youngman Oct. 14, 2025
Cramer Family Foundation Professor of Practice in Community Impact Named

Pete Buttigieg Driven by ‘Propulsion’—Not ‘Despondency’

The former U.S. Secretary of Transportation joined Professor Jay Golden for a capacity event that covered environmental issues, leadership, democracy and more.
Jessica Youngman Oct. 14, 2025
Pete Buttigieg Driven by ‘Propulsion’—Not ‘Despondency’

Students Say the Pre-Law Program in Europe Is Transformational. Here’s Why.

The five-week program combines legal education with visits to the European Court of Human Rights and other institutions of international law.
Dialynn Dwyer Oct. 6, 2025
Students Say the Pre-Law Program in Europe Is Transformational. Here’s Why.

Dynamic Sustainability Lab Collaborates With Thomson Reuters to Build Expertise and Opportunity

The relationship began as a study of forced labor in global supply chains by Maxwell graduate student Heather Panton.
Jessica Youngman Oct. 3, 2025
Dynamic Sustainability Lab Collaborates With Thomson Reuters to Build Expertise and Opportunity

‘Good to Great’ Grant Program Advances Sponsored Research Projects

The program seeks to boost the volume and competitiveness of sponsored project awards, fueling the University's research enterprise and impact. Faculty applications are due on
Diane Stirling Oct. 2, 2025
‘Good to Great’ Grant Program Advances Sponsored Research Projects

At 27, Maxwell Alumna Is Long Island’s Youngest Village Clerk

Katherine Hannon ’20 got started as an intern assisting the mayor with special projects.
News Staff Oct. 1, 2025
At 27, Maxwell Alumna Is Long Island’s Youngest Village Clerk

Research by Maxwell Graduate Students Recognized by American Political Science Association

The three students are examining global finance, election strategy and LGBTQ political engagement.
News Staff Sept. 29, 2025
Research by Maxwell Graduate Students Recognized by American Political Science Association

8 Students, Alumni Receive 2025 Fulbright Awards

Scholars will teach and study around the world.
Kelly Homan Rodoski Sept. 25, 2025
8 Students, Alumni Receive 2025 Fulbright Awards

Brynt Parmeter Joins Maxwell School as Phanstiel Chair in Leadership

The former Defense Department executive brings extensive expertise in AI and emerging technologies to develop innovative courses and strengthen public institutions.
Jessica Youngman Sept. 18, 2025

Winners of LaunchPad’s 2025 Ideas Fest

Student entrepreneurs pitched 90-second business ideas to judges at Bird Library, earning cash prizes and mentorship opportunities.
News Staff Sept. 18, 2025
Winners of LaunchPad’s 2025 Ideas Fest

Maxwell Partners With VA, Instacart to Bring Healthy Food to Local Veterans

Local veterans gain easier access to nutritious food through innovative public-private collaboration.
News Staff Sept. 12, 2025
Maxwell Partners With VA, Instacart to Bring Healthy Food to Local Veterans