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Ukrainian Students Find Refuge in a Community with a History of Supporting Those Impacted by War
Nearly two years after the full-scale Russian invasion, Ukrainian students find refuge in a community of scholars with a long history of supporting those impacted by war.
See related: Conflict, Global Governance, Law, Migration, Refugees, Russia, Student Experience, Ukraine
From the Dean: Considering Those Impacted by War and Taking Stock in Our Work
See related: Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Ukraine
Exploring the Connections Between Food and Democracy
At a gathering in Chicago last August, the leader of the new Syracuse University Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship (IDJC) led a conversation about the connections between food and democracy.
See related: Food Security
Iona Volynets Named a 2024 Marshall Scholar
Iona Volynets, a senior majoring in history and international relations, is one of 51 students selected from around the country and is Syracuse University’s sixth Marshall Scholar.
See related: Academic Scholarships
Alumna Strives to Keep Her Longtime Home in the Forefront
Before attending the Maxwell School to pursue an MPA, Linh Nguyen supported Ukraine’s work to rebuild Mariupol following Russia’s 2014 attacks.
Alumnus Dmytro Kuchirka Hopes to Return to Ukraine ‘to Make Life Better’ and Help Rebuild
He was in his senior year at the Maxwell School when the Russian invasion began.
Alumnus Ryan Smith Combines Love of Law and Sports With His Passion for Journalism
He anchors ESPN’s flagship show, ‘SportsCenter,’ and is a Sports Emmy-winning host of ESPN’s ‘Outside the Lines’ and ‘E:60’ programs.
See related: Media & Journalism
In Memoriam: Susan M. Walter, Advisor and Advocate
Susan M. Walter ’69 B.A. (Hist)/’71 M.A. (PSc) passed away on April, 23, 2023, at the age of 75. She had a distinguished career in government and private industry and authored two books.
See related: In Memoriam
In Memoriam: Chris Snow, NHL Manager and Advocate
Chris Snow ’03 B.A. (PSt) passed away on Sept. 30, 2023, at the age of 42. He had a successful career in professional hockey and publicly lobbied, fundraised and raised awareness to help find a cure for ALS.
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In Memoriam: Thomas P. Lauth, Higher Education Leader
Thomas P. Lauth ’76 Ph.D. (PSc) passed away on May 13, 2023, at the age of 85. He was a highly regarded professor and administrator.
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Maxwell Agreement with Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Expands Partnership
Participants in the organization’s leadership programs receive tuition discounts if admitted to one of several Maxwell programs.
See related: Government, LatinX, United States
McDowell Contributes to Wilson Center Report on China’s Foreign Economic Policy
In his essay, the Maxwell School political scientist contends that Chinese bank expansion abroad may weaken Washington’s ability to leverage financial sanctions.
See related: China, Economic Policy, Foreign Policy, Global Governance
New Lerner Gift Amplifies the Impact of Healthy Mondays and Public Health Initiatives
A new $2.52 million gift to the Lerner Center and the Forever Orange Campaign from Helaine Lerner will help amplify the impact of the center’s work to educate, inspire and empower a new generation of advocates for public health.
See related: Giving
‘We Left Everything Because Life was More Precious,’ says Visiting Scholar from Ukraine
Since fleeing Kyiv at the start of the Russian invasion, Tetiana Hranchak has found community and continued her work in the Maxwell School.
See related: Promotions & Appointments, Refugees, Ukraine
Gift Supports Professor's Work at the Intersection of Human Nature and Political Thought
Dennis Rasmussen is the first recipient of a fellowship created with a gift from Stephen Hagerty '93 M.P.A. and his wife, Lisa Altenbernd '93 M.P.A.
See related: Giving, Promotions & Appointments
‘Time, Talent and Treasure’: Alumna Phaedra Stewart Gives from the Heart
The veteran human resources executive turned social entrepreneur shares her philosophy on life, work and the transformative power of positivity.
See related: Centennial, Giving
University Leaders Launch AI Academic Alliance, Convene AI Symposium in Washington
Two Syracuse University institutes are welcoming researchers, academic leaders, policymakers and journalists for discussions in Washington, D.C., about innovations, vulnerabilities and the future of artificial intelligence. The two-day AI Policy Symposium that begins Thursday in the nation’s capital is organized by the Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship and the Autonomous Systems Policy Institute.
See related: Autonomous Systems, Washington, D.C.
Maxwell Hosts Conference Focused on International Trade
The two-day event drew scholars from across the U.S. as well as Canada and England.
See related: Economic Policy, International Affairs, Trade
Senior Erykah Pasha Strives to Uplift Others
They have taken advantage of opportunities to learn and help others, including work with the local organization Layla’s Got You.
See related: Centennial, Student Experience
Public Voices Fellowship Supports Baobao Zhang’s AI Research
The Maxwell School faculty member will use the fellowship to engage the public on perceptions and governance of artificial intelligence.
See related: Autonomous Systems, Awards & Honors