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Inaugural Otey and Barbara Scruggs Graduate Scholars Named
The Maxwell School has named two graduate students as the inaugural Otey and Barbara Scruggs Graduate Scholars: John R. Barruzza, a Ph.D. candidate in the history department; and Chelsea M. Thomas, a student in the master of public administration (M.P.A.)…
Christopher Faricy on the GOP Tax Plan
In an opinion piece written in the Syracuse Post Standard, Maxwell Professor Christopher Faricy detailed how President Trump’s new GOP tax plan would be financially irresponsible, and would add to national debt as the years went on. “Corporate tax rates…
Model UN Team Named Distinguished Delegation at D.C. Conference
A Syracuse University/Maxwell School team participating in the National Model United Nations (NMUN) conference earlier this month was named a “Distinguished Delegation” (the second-highest award) for its portrayal of the Republic of Finland/Suomi. The conference, held in Washington, D.C., drew…
How China Welcomed President Trump During his Trip
While many foreign nations are unsure in how to approach America’s 45th President, China, it seems, has solved that issue. The culture pulled out all the stops to Welcome President Trump, playing off one of POTUS’ weaknesses, said Maxwell Political…
Giovanna Saccoccio: Critical Language Scholarship Experience Sets Direction for Future Career in Peace Building
Giovanna Saccoccio is a senior majoring in international relations in the College of Arts and Sciences and Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs and in public relations in the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. Last spring, she earned…
The Democratic Party Identity Crisis
On last week’s nationwide election day, Democrats emerged as the clear winner. However, the political party still faces many issues, including its own identity. For The Hill, Maxwell Professor Grant Reeher commented on this, highlighting one issue in particular. “The…
How a Trump, Putin Meeting Changes the Administration’s Trip to Asia
As President Trump travels across Asia, a potential meeting with Russian leader Vladimir Putin may shake up the entire 12-day trip. It was unknown whether they may come in contact, but Maxwell Professor Grant Reeher discussed what could result from…
Obie Award-Winning Playwright Launches Department of Drama Discussion Series
Obie Award-winning playwright Caridad Svich will join faculty members Celia Madeoy, Stephanie Fetta and Gladys McCormick for a panel discussion of Isabel Allende’s “The House of the Spirits” on Sunday, Nov. 12, at 4:30 p.m. in the Arthur Storch Theater…
Maxwell Students Named as 2017-18 SoldierStrong Scholars
Maxwell School graduate students Mitch Forbes and Chris Tonsmeire, both U.S. military veterans, have been named as this year’s SoldierStrong scholars, under terms of a scholarship the SoldierStrong Foundation provides to veterans at the school. Forbes is pursuing an executive…
Red Cross Blood Drive, Nov. 8
The Syracuse University American Red Cross Club and the Center for Policy Research at the Maxwell School will host a blood drive on Wednesday, Nov. 8, beginning at 10 a.m. in 304ABC Schine Student Center. To set up an appointment…