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Autonomous Systems Policy Institute Welcomes WAYMO One to Maxwell

Waymo, the autonomous driving technology company, showcased one of its all-electric Jaguar I-PACE vehicles equipped with the Waymo Driver—the company's automated driving system. 


October 29, 2024

It is Time to Stop Using the Washington Group Questions to Measure Disability in US Federal Surveys

Scott D. Landes, Bonnielin K. Swenor, and Jean P. Hall
This brief summarizes findings from a recent study that shows that, by using the Washington Group Short Set on Functioning (WGSS) questions in the National Health Interview Survey, our federal government is failing to accurately identify the severity of functional limitations specifically related to vision and hearing. 
October 29, 2024

Maxwell Celebrates 100 Years With an Evening of Revelry and Awards

Hundreds of faculty, staff and alumni gathered in Syracuse to celebrate the school’s centennial and honor several accomplished individuals.

October 29, 2024

In Memoriam: Sharon Murphy Kissel

Kissel—a devoted supporter of Maxwell—passed away on July 21, 2024, at her home in Washington, D.C. She was 76.

October 29, 2024

See related: In Memoriam

Hranchak Comments on North Korean Troops Being Deployed to Ukraine in Newsweek Article

“North Korean troops in Ukraine would be another confirmation that the Russian war in Ukraine is not a local or regional conflict,” says Tetiana Hranchak, visiting assistant teaching professor in the Moynihan Institute of Global Affairs. 

October 28, 2024

James-Christian Blockwood to Lead National Academy of Public Administration

The adjunct professor for Maxwell’s D.C. programs will succeed Terry Gerton as president and chief executive officer.

October 28, 2024

Murrett and Taylor Speak with Fox News About North Korea Sending Troops to Russia

“North Korea and Russia signed a joint military assistance agreement last June and they are pursuing cooperation...In terms of what North Korea might get in return, I think the big fear is that Russia would be sharing more advanced nuclear technology, perhaps submarine technology or other conventional weapons technology with North Korea,” says Brian Taylor, professor of political science.

October 25, 2024

History Ph.D. Candidate Honored With Guggenheim Scholars Award

Ian Glazman-Schillinger will further his dissertation examining the digital strategies of far-right hate groups since the 1980s.

October 25, 2024

Estimated Pulse Wave Velocity Associated With Higher Risk of Dementia in Health and Retirement Study

Kevin S. Heffernan, Janet M. Wilmoth, Andrew S. London

“Estimated Pulse Wave Velocity Is Associated With a Higher Risk of Dementia in the Health and Retirement Study,” co-authored by sociologists Janet Wilmoth and Andrew London, was published in the American Journal of Hypertension.

October 24, 2024

See related: Aging

Unbreakable Bond Fuels Brothers Luke ’26 and Mark Radel ’28

Political science major Luke Radel finds inspiration from his brother, a sports and exercise science major who was born with Down syndrome.

October 24, 2024

See related: Student Experience

Illuminating the Lives of the Pyramid Builders: Egyptologist Mark Lehner at Nov. 1 Phanstiel Lecture

Lehner, a world-renowned Egyptologist, will discuss his discoveries of ancient Egypt during the Phanstiel Lecture, “The People Who Built the Pyramids—How We Know,” on Friday, Nov. 1, at 5 p.m. The event is sponsored by the Howard G. and S. Louise Phanstiel Chair in Leadership.

October 23, 2024

How Can We Improve Educational Experiences for Refugee Students in Poland?

Iwona B. Franczak and Amy C. Lutz
This brief summarizes findings from a study that used data from 24 interviews conducted in 2022 with teachers and mothers of Ukrainian refugee children attending elementary schools in Poland to examine the impact of forced migration on academic progress and socio-emotional well-being of refugee students. 
October 23, 2024

Montez Featured in American Prospect Article on State Policies and Differences in Health Outcomes

“You have two states that [we]re the same, were pretty middle-of-the-road in terms of life expectancy, but they take opposite trajectories,” says University Professor Jennifer Karas Montez. Some states, she says, took action to “invest in [the state] population’s overall economic well-being and health. And you had other states that took a...very different approach.”

October 22, 2024

AIA Selects Christopher DeCorse as Joukowsky Lecturer

The archaeology professor will give four lectures about his findings on England’s 17th century-involvement in the West African slave trade.

October 22, 2024

Reeher Discusses the 2024 Presidential Election With Newsweek, The Mirror

Harris is “is performing better in the national polls versus the battleground states, which tells me she is racking up more support in states where she is already likely to win,” says Grant Reeher, professor of political science. “That makes sense given the nature of the campaign's central messages and appeals.”

October 21, 2024

Under the (neighbor)Hood: Understanding Interactions Among Zoning Regulations

Amrita Kulka, Aradhya Sood, and Nicholas Chiumenti
This report, by Amrita Kulkafinds that relaxing density restrictions (such as minimum lot size), alone or combined with relaxing other regulations, is most effective at increasing housing supply, particularly of multifamily properties, and reducing per-housing-unit rents and prices.
October 18, 2024

Public Higher Education That Works: One College’s Path to Academic Success and Financial Stability

Mitchel B. Wallerstein

Mitchel Wallerstein ’72 M.P.A., dean of the Maxwell School from 2003 to 2010, has recently published “Public Higher Education That Works: One College’s Path to Academic Success and Financial Stability” (Teachers College Press, 2024).

October 17, 2024

See related: Education, New York State

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellows Provide Diverse Expertise and Perspectives

Two of the fellows, Güler Ünlü of the Republic of Türkiye and Hyeonjee Lee of the Republic of Korea, represent that diversity. They, along with the other select Humphrey Fellows, are spending 10 months at the Maxwell School participating in graduate study, professional development and cultural exchange. 

October 17, 2024

Author and Happiness Expert Arthur C. Brooks to Give Talk on Oct. 30

He is a Harvard professor and co-author of the New York Times bestseller ‘Build the Life You Want’ with Oprah Winfrey.

October 17, 2024

See related: Centennial, Mental Health

Behavioural patterns of leaders versus followers in setting local sales tax policy

Jongmin Shon, Yilin Hou

“Behavioural patterns of leaders versus followers in setting local sales tax policy,” co-authored by Yilin Hou, professor of public administration and international affairs, was published in Fiscal Studies: The Journal of Applied Public Economics.

October 16, 2024
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