Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs

LaunchPad Announces 2024 ’Cuse Tank Winners

Syracuse University Libraries’ Blackstone LaunchPad (LaunchPad) hosted its annual ’Cuse Tank entrepreneurial competition on Friday, Sept. 27, during Family Weekend in Bird Library. More than
Cristina Hatem Oct. 7, 2024
LaunchPad Announces 2024 ’Cuse Tank Winners

Centennial Celebration Honors Alumni, Students, Staff and Faculty for a ‘Century of Service’

When the Maxwell School celebrates its centennial on the Syracuse University campus this month, the limelight will shine on those at the heart of the
Jessica Youngman Oct. 4, 2024
Centennial Celebration Honors Alumni, Students, Staff and Faculty for a ‘Century of Service’

‘A Community Conversation for Election Season and Beyond’ to Be Held Oct. 22 as Part of Initiative to Foster Civic Engagement, Civil Dialogue

The University has launched a new initiative, “Life Together: Seeking the Common Good in a Diverse Democracy,” to enhance civic engagement and civil dialogue during
News Staff Oct. 2, 2024
‘A Community Conversation for Election Season and Beyond’ to Be Held Oct. 22 as Part of Initiative to Foster Civic Engagement, Civil Dialogue

Experts Available for Israel–Hezbollah Conflict

If you need an expert to discuss U.S. military presence in the Middle East, you may want to consider retired Vice Admiral Robert Murrett. Murrett
Vanessa Marquette Oct. 1, 2024
Experts Available for Israel–Hezbollah Conflict

Students Engage in Summer Research and Study Experiences

This past summer, several students engaged in prestigious research and study experiences in the United States and Canada. The students applied for these highly competitive
Kelly Homan Rodoski Sept. 30, 2024
Students Engage in Summer Research and Study Experiences

Selina Gallo-Cruz Honored as O’Hanley Faculty Scholar

Selina Gallo-Cruz, associate professor of sociology, is the latest Maxwell School faculty member to be named an O’Hanley Faculty Scholar. She was selected in recognition
News Staff Sept. 25, 2024
Selina Gallo-Cruz Honored as O’Hanley Faculty Scholar

Central Eurasian Studies Conference at Maxwell Examines Regional Challenges and Citizenship

Over 100 scholars from around the world gathered at the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs recently to share research and dissect timely issues
Cort Ruddy Sept. 25, 2024
Central Eurasian Studies Conference at Maxwell Examines Regional Challenges and Citizenship

Syracuse University Opens New Center in Nation’s Capital

The opening of a new Syracuse University center in Washington, D.C., was celebrated by members of the University community at a special event Sept. 24.
Wendy S. Loughlin Sept. 25, 2024
Syracuse University Opens New Center in Nation’s Capital

OVMA Award Boosts Veterans’ Internship Success

This summer, ten student veterans from the University community secured internships across the country—opportunities that are often out of reach for post-traditional students. With support
News Staff Sept. 24, 2024
OVMA Award Boosts Veterans’ Internship Success

Antisemitism Expert Appointed New Backer Professor of Jewish Studies

To help scholars delve deeper into a greater understanding of antisemitism, from its history to its implications for the U.S. today, the College of Arts
Caroline K. Reff Sept. 18, 2024
Antisemitism Expert Appointed New Backer Professor of Jewish Studies

Graduate Students Gain Global Experience Through Unique Study Abroad Opportunities

Studying abroad is a unique academic experience that isn’t just limited to undergraduates. Syracuse Abroad offers a wide range of short-term and longer-length programs that
Diane Stirling Sept. 17, 2024
Graduate Students Gain Global Experience Through Unique Study Abroad Opportunities

Federal Reserve Residency to Enhance Maxwell Professor’s Research on Invisible Labor, Gender Wage Gap

There was a meta moment for Kristy Buzard, associate professor of economics in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, that exemplifies the discrepancy
John Boccacino Sept. 17, 2024
Federal Reserve Residency to Enhance Maxwell Professor’s Research on Invisible Labor, Gender Wage Gap

4 Selected as 2024 Rostker Dissertation Fund Fellows

Getting the necessary funding to conduct quality research is among the myriad of challenges when working towards a doctoral degree. Syracuse University students engaged in
Charlie Poag Sept. 17, 2024
4 Selected as 2024 Rostker Dissertation Fund Fellows

Robertson Fellows Bring Extensive Travel Experience, Shared Interest in Public Service

International travel and a desire to help others fueled an interest in public service careers for Maxwell School graduate students Julia Liebell-McLean and Mael-Sanh Perrier.
News Staff Sept. 13, 2024
Robertson Fellows Bring Extensive Travel Experience, Shared Interest in Public Service

Maxwell Sociologists Receive $3.8M to Research Health and Longevity

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) has renewed two grants, each worth $1.9 million, for research networks led by Maxwell School sociology faculty Jennifer Karas
News Staff Sept. 12, 2024
Maxwell Sociologists Receive $3.8M to Research Health and Longevity

Dean Van Slyke Visits India to Celebrate Maxwell’s Centennial, Partnerships and Alumni

David M. Van Slyke, dean of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, met with alumni, partners and dignitaries, including India's minister of education,
Cort Ruddy Sept. 9, 2024
Dean Van Slyke Visits India to Celebrate Maxwell’s Centennial, Partnerships and Alumni

Suicide Prevention Day: Social Factors of a Mental Health Crisis

Tuesday, September 10th, is World Suicide Preventon Day. If you are looking for an expert to discuss suicide prevention, Syracuse University Maxwell School of Citizenship
Vanessa Marquette Sept. 9, 2024
Suicide Prevention Day: Social Factors of a Mental Health Crisis

Taking the Stage for an Immersive Lesson in Shakespeare

When enrolling in an English class about Shakespeare, you might imagine that the course will involve reading, writing and discussing the famous playwright and his
Dan Bernardi Sept. 5, 2024
Taking the Stage for an Immersive Lesson in Shakespeare