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9 Professors Presented With Graduate Education Excellence Awards
They are inspirational teachers and notable scholars whose work expands the reputation of the University and guides student research paths. They are mentors who become sources of personal and professional support for students who are far from home or having…
Maxwell Hosting Panel Discussion and Q&A on the Conflict in Ukraine Monday, Feb. 28
The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs will host a panel discussion and Q&A Monday, Feb. 28, with faculty experts examining the repercussions of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Featuring Maxwell faculty experts Brian Taylor, Michael Williams, Osamah Khalil and…
Where Is Rock ‘n’ Roll in 2021? Syracuse Professor Weighs In
Theo Cateforis, associate professor and director of undergraduate studies in fine arts and music history & cultures, was quoted by The Orange County Register for the story “Here’s how Rock ‘n’ Roll was named and who’s going in the Hall…
Panelists to Discuss Aktion T4 and Contesting the Erasure of Disability History During Virtual Event Oct. 18
Three queer Jewish disabled writers and artists each discuss their work on Aktion T4, a prime crucible of disability history, during a Zoom virtual event on Monday, Oct. 18, from 3-4:15 p.m. ET. Aktion T4 was a eugenics project in…
‘Democracy on Trial: Can We Save It?’
James Roger Sharp, professor emeritus of history in the Maxwell School, wrote an op-ed for Syracuse.com titled “Democracy on trial: Can we save it?” Sharp is an expert in American political history, having researched and written extensively about the history…
Concern Over Armed Protest Grows Ahead of Jan. 20
It is becoming ever more obvious that last week’s horrific scenes on Capitol Hill were not a one-off. Interviewed yesterday, former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe was shocked by the magnitude of the bureau’s intelligence on possible new violence. “I…
Co-Authors Discuss Creation of “Forever Orange, The Story of Syracuse University”
Co-authors Scott Pitoniak and Rick Burton discuss the creation of Forever Orange, The Story of Syracuse University.
The U.S. Postal Service: An Essential Service
Osamah Khalil, Associate Professor of History in the Maxwell School, co-authored an opinion piece for The Hill “The postal service is essential to national security.” In the article, Khalil discusses the functions of the U.S.Postal Service and its role in…
The History Behind Juneteenth
Herb Ruffin, associate professor of history and chair of African American Studies, was interviewed by CNY Central for a story about the Juneteenth Celebration in Syracuse. Ruffin, an expert in African American history, explains what Juneteenth is: “It is a celebration of…
Confederate Monument Debate Part of Larger Conversation About Civil War Legacy
Steven White is an assistant professor of political science at Syracuse University. He says the debate about Confederate monuments is really part a larger debate about the legacy of the Civil War and the meaning of Confederate military service White…