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Maxwell School Strengthens Longtime Partnership with ICMA, Celebrates New MOU at Annual Conference

The agreement will further cooperation on veterans and military programs, workshops, training and international engagements.

October 9, 2024

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

The Maxwell School’s 100th anniversary celebration will be held on Oct. 18 in Goldstein Auditorium.

October 1, 2024

Central Eurasian Studies Conference at Maxwell Examines Regional Challenges and Citizenship

The three-day gathering drew top experts from around the globe to explore issues such as cultural identity and regional economics. 

September 25, 2024

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Maxwell Student Among Those Selected as 2024 Rostker Dissertation Fund Fellows

Managed by the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), the Bernard D. and Louise C. Rostker IVMF Dissertation Research Fund recently provided more than $40,000 to four students who are at varying stages of their dissertation pursuits. Ph.D. candidate Mariah Brennan was one of the recipients.

September 18, 2024

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West Coast Gatherings Mark Milestone

In partnership with Syracuse University’s West Coast office, the Maxwell School hosted two events in California over the summer that celebrated the centennial with an examination of a timely topic: the intersection of artificial intelligence with entertainment and technology.

August 3, 2024

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Alumna Kamile Kralikaite ’24 Embracing ‘Dream Come True’ at Summer Olympics

Rower Kamile Kralikaite ’24 B.A. (IR), a 2024 All-American, three-time All-ACC First Team selection and two-time All-ACC Academic Team honoree, will represent Lithuania in the Summer Olympics.

July 30, 2024

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From the Alumni Director: A Golden Reunion

Director of Alumni Relations Jess Murray's spring 2024 letter to alumni and friends. 

June 27, 2024

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Alumna Pia Rogers to Offer Keynote at MPA Convocation

Latest cohort of graduates receive degrees as Maxwell celebrates its centennial. 

June 20, 2024

100 Together: Alumna Rosalind ‘Roz’ Rudolph Shares a Special Birthday With the Maxwell School

Born on July 30, 1924, she was just three months old when the school was founded by entrepreneur George H. Maxwell. Some 18 years later, Rudolph—whose maiden name is Millinger—left her home in New York to attend the school, which fostered her lifelong interest in world affairs, politics and government.

June 20, 2024

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Remembering a Maxwell Torchbearer: Michael O. Sawyer

The late professor was instrumental in shaping citizenship curriculum and impacted thousands of students in his more than 40 years on the faculty. 

June 18, 2024

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Maxwell’s First Female Full-Time Professor Was an ‘Indomitable Presence’

Marguerite J. Fisher was a revered teacher known for her international scholarship and activism for domestic social issues. 

June 17, 2024

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From the Dean: An Enduring Commitment to Citizenship

Dean David M. Van Slyke writes to alumni about Maxwell's 100th anniversary and our commitment to engaged citizenship.

June 12, 2024

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In Memoriam: Ralph Hockley, Defender of Democracy

Ralph Hockley ’49 B.A. (RusSt) passed away on Nov. 8, 2023. He was 98. He fought valiantly to defend the U.S. and other allied countries against Nazis and threats to democracy through two wars and beyond. 

June 12, 2024

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In Memoriam: Roland Droitsch, Devoted Public Servant, Champion of Education

Roland Droitsch ’65 M.A. (PSc), who served as the deputy assistant secretary in the U.S. Department of Labor, passed away in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Jan. 26, 2024. He was 82.

June 12, 2024

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Maxwell Celebrates Centennial in the Heart of the Nation

Maxwell’s centennial event at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery included honors for several accomplished alumni and friends.

June 4, 2024

Record Number Receive Awards Through Fulbright U.S. Student Program

Five Maxwell students and alumni are among the 14 Syracuse University students and alumni who have been named as 2024 recipients.

May 6, 2024

Alumna Contributes to Anthology About the Trials and Triumphs of Women of Color

Tyra Jean ‘20 B.A. (Soc)/’21 M.P.A. is one of 29 co-authors featured in “Our Stories Belong in History” (Ingram Sparks, 2024), which was conceptualized and developed by Elizabeth Leiba.  

May 3, 2024

New York State Legislature Adopts Resolution Celebrating Maxwell’s Centennial

The resolution was sponsored in the Senate by Sen. Rachel May and in the Assembly by Assemblymembers William Magnarelli '70 B.A. (Hist), L'73, Pamela Hunter and Albert Stirpe.  

April 25, 2024

‘Engaged and Accomplished’ Alumni Honored With Maxwell Centennial Awards

Four remarkable individuals will be among the honorees at the Maxwell School’s centennial celebration planned for May 31 at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. 

April 22, 2024

Two Maxwell Alums to Receive Honorary Degrees at 2024 Syracuse University Commencement

Jim Boeheim ’66, G’73, former Syracuse men’s basketball coach and special assistant to the director of athletics; and William “Bill” Brodsky ’65, L’68, chairman of a specialized investment firm and an investment management firm, will be recognized with honorary degrees from Syracuse University at the 2024 Commencement on Sunday, May 12.

April 19, 2024

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