Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs

University’s Dynamic Sustainability Lab and Ireland’s BiOrbic Sign MOU to Advance Markets for the Biobased Economy

This month at the All Island Bioeconomy Summit held in Co. Meath, Ireland, it was announced that BiOrbic, Research Ireland Centre for Bioeconomy, comprising 12 leading
News Staff May 21, 2025

Memorial Fund Honors Remarkable Journalism Career, Supports Students Involved With IDJC

Maxwell School alumna Denise Kalette ’68 got her first byline at age 12, under a poem titled “The Poor Taxpayer” that she submitted to her
Jessica Youngman May 19, 2025
Memorial Fund Honors Remarkable Journalism Career, Supports Students Involved With IDJC

Historian Offers Insight on Papal Transition and Legacy

As the Roman Catholic Church begins a new chapter under Pope Leo XIV, historians and scholars are helping the public interpret the significance of this
Keith Kobland May 16, 2025
Historian Offers Insight on Papal Transition and Legacy

Dara Drake ’23 Named the University’s First Knight-Hennessy Scholar

Alumna Dara Drake ’23 has been named as a 2025 Knight-Hennessy Scholar, the first from Syracuse University. Knight-Hennessy Scholars is a multidisciplinary, multicultural graduate scholarship

3 New Members Elected to University’s Board of Trustees

Syracuse University has announced the appointment of three new members of the Board of Trustees, all distinguished leaders in their chosen professions who are also
Eileen Korey May 12, 2025

Chancellor Kent Syverud Honored as Distinguished Citizen of the Year at 57th Annual ScoutPower Event

Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud was recognized by Scouting America, Longhouse Council, as the Distinguished Citizen of the Year at the organization’s 57th annual ScoutPower
News Staff May 8, 2025
Chancellor Kent Syverud Honored as Distinguished Citizen of the Year at 57th Annual ScoutPower Event

Kohn, Wiklund, Wilmoth Named Distinguished Professors

Three Syracuse University faculty members have been named Distinguished Professors, one of the University’s highest honors. The designation is granted by the Board of Trustees

Syracuse University to Award 3 Honorary Degrees at 2025 Commencement

A celebrated cartoonist, author and editor; an indomitable environmental steward and educator; and a visionary philanthropist and innovative businessperson will receive honorary degrees during Syracuse
Kathleen Haley May 6, 2025

V-E Day: The End of WWII in Europe, 80 Years Later

This week marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (V-E) Day, when Nazi Germany formally surrendered to Allied forces on May 8, 1945, bringing
V-E Day: The End of WWII in Europe, 80 Years Later

Libraries Recognize Outstanding 2025 Student Employees With Awards

Syracuse University Libraries recognized its student employees with an awards celebration on April 23.  The Libraries typically employs around 150 undergraduate and graduate students each
Cristina Hatem May 5, 2025
Libraries Recognize Outstanding 2025 Student Employees With Awards

Maxwell’s Student-Run History Journal ‘Builds a Vibrant Community’

In front of an audience of fellow undergraduates and History Department faculty, Maxwell School junior Jorge Morales recently shared his research findings on the 2016
Jessica Youngman May 2, 2025
Maxwell’s Student-Run History Journal ‘Builds a Vibrant Community’

Outstanding Teaching Assistants Recognized at Graduate School Ceremony

The important work and contributions of teaching assistants were recognized yesterday at a ceremony hosted by the Graduate School. The Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award is
Wendy S. Loughlin April 25, 2025
Outstanding Teaching Assistants Recognized at Graduate School Ceremony

Graduate School Announces Excellence in Graduate Education Awardees

Ten Syracuse University faculty members were honored with the Excellence in Graduate Education Faculty Recognition Award at a campus ceremony April 24. The award, given
Wendy S. Loughlin April 25, 2025
Graduate School Announces Excellence in Graduate Education Awardees

Doctoral Students Earn Summer Funding to Support Dissertation Completion

The Summer Funding Competition provides dissertation fellowships to late-stage doctoral students to facilitate progress to degree and dissertation completion. The $4,500 awards are given annually
Wendy S. Loughlin April 24, 2025
Doctoral Students Earn Summer Funding to Support Dissertation Completion

Leagues Ahead in Their Career Planning Thanks to Winston Fisher Seminar

With so many career possibilities open to them, how can students explore which fits their interests? The A&S | Maxwell Office of Student Success offers a
Casey Schad April 23, 2025
Leagues Ahead in Their Career Planning Thanks to Winston Fisher Seminar

Arts and Sciences Doctoral Student Wins at This Year’s Three-Minute Thesis Competition

Ten graduate students competed in this year’s Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) competition on April 4. The annual event, sponsored by the Graduate School, provides participants with
Wendy S. Loughlin April 22, 2025
Arts and Sciences Doctoral Student Wins at This Year’s Three-Minute Thesis Competition

Rebekah Lewis Named Director of Lerner Center for Public Health Promotion and Population Health

The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs is pleased to announce that Rebekah Lewis is the new director of the Maxwell-based Lerner Center for
News Staff April 22, 2025
Rebekah Lewis Named Director of Lerner Center for Public Health Promotion and Population Health

Innovative Student Group Designs Inclusive Clothing for Neurodivergent Community

SOLACE Collective aims to provide everyone, especially neurodivergent individuals, with comfortable garments that alleviate anxiety, increase confidence and reduce distractions by providing opportunities for fidgeting
John Boccacino April 21, 2025
Innovative Student Group Designs Inclusive Clothing for Neurodivergent Community