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From the US Army to Syracuse University, Chaplain Captain Stoney Douthitt Loves to Serve

After serving for eight years as an active-duty chaplain in the U.S. Army, Chaplain Captain Stoney Douthitt G’22 came to Syracuse University during the summer of 2021. In the past year, he has been steadily working toward a dual master’s degree from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs and the Whitman School of Management.

July 21, 2022

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“Bodies in the Building”: Incarceration’s Afterlife in a Reentry Housing Facility

Gretchen Purser, Madeleine Hamlin
"'Bodies in the Building': Incarceration’s Afterlife in a Reentry Housing Facility," co-authored by Associate Professor of Sociology Gretchen Purser and Maxwell alumna Madeleine Hamlin, was published in Social Science Review.
July 20, 2022

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The decline in long-term earnings mobility in the U.S.: Evidence from survey-linked administrative data

Emily Wiemers, Michael Carr

"The decline in long-term earnings mobility in the U.S.: Evidence from survey-linked administrative data," co-authored by Associate Professor of Public Administration and International Affairs Emily Wiemers, was published in Labour Economics.

July 20, 2022

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Taylor Quoted in Science Article on Russia’s Targeting of Scientists

Professor Brian Taylor was interviewed for the Science article, "Russian scientist facing treason charges dies in custody."

July 20, 2022

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Maxwell Experts Discuss Future Implications and Historical Context of Dobbs v. Jackson Ruling

The discussion covered the history of governing abortions in the U.S.; how the Dobbs v. Jackson decision might affect access to abortion and other reproductive services; impacts the decision could have on economic and health outcomes and voting behaviors in upcoming elections; and what precedent this decision might set for other Supreme Court decisions going forward. 

July 20, 2022

Montez Talks to Scientific American About the Growing Mortality Gap Between GOP and Dem Areas

University Professor and demographer Jennifer Karas Montez was quoted in the Scientific American article, "People in Republican Counties Have Higher Death Rates Than Those in Democratic Counties."

July 20, 2022

Reeher Speaks to CNHI News About America's Gun Culture

Professor Grant Reeher was quoted in the CHNI News article, "America's Gun Culture: Nation wrestles with individual rights vs. safety measures."

July 19, 2022

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Monarch Weighs in on the Future of China’s Global Manufacturing Dominance

Ryan Monarch, assistant professor of economics, was quoted in the International Business Times article, "COVID And The Russian-Ukraine War Could End China's Manufacturing Dominance."

July 19, 2022

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Maxwell and Whitman Schools Launch Two New Graduate Level Dual Degree Programs

Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management and Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs are launching two new dual degree programs: the master of public administration (M.P.A.) combined with the master of business administration (MBA) and the master of arts (M.A.) in international relations combined with an MBA. 

July 18, 2022

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The Life of Junko Takeda: From Undocumented Student to University History Professor

This year, Maxwell's History Department promoted its first Asian-American woman and woman of color to full-time professor.
July 18, 2022

Alan Allport Named Montgomery Gruber Professor

Alan Allport, professor of history, has been named the Dr. Walter Montgomery and Marian Gruber Professor of History at the Maxwell School.

July 18, 2022

Khalil Discusses Biden’s Trip to the Middle East with USA Today

Osamah Khalil, associate professor of history, spoke to USA Today about President Biden's Middle East trip and politics in the region.

July 15, 2022

Taylor Talks to Forbes About Russia’s Economy

Professor Brian Taylor was interviewed for the Forbes article, "New Laws In Russia: People ‘Can Be Imprisoned For Almost Anything’."

July 14, 2022

Coffel Quoted in Washington Post Article on Deadly Heatwaves

Ethan Coffel, assistant professor of geography and the environment, was quoted in the Washington Post article, "When the Weather Gets Hot Enough To Kill."

July 13, 2022

Patterns of Earnings and Employment by Worker Sex, Race, and Ethnicity Using State Administrative Data: Results from a Sample of Workers Connected to Public Assistance Programs

Colleen Heflin, Taryn Morrissey

"Patterns of Earnings and Employment by Worker Sex, Race, and Ethnicity Using State Administrative Data: Results from a Sample of Workers Connected to Public Assistance Programs," co-authored by Professor Colleen Heflin, was published in Race and Social Problems.

July 13, 2022

Morgan Weighs in on Boris Johnson’s Departure, Impact on Ukraine in CNN Article

Glynn Morgan, associate professor of political science, was quoted in the CNN article, "Boris Johnson was Kyiv’s darling. Now that he’s leaving, Ukraine fears what’s next."

July 13, 2022

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New Montonna Professor Named at Maxwell School

Azra Hromadžić, associate professor of anthropology, was recently awarded the Dr. Ralph E. Montonna Endowed Professorship for the Teaching and Education of Undergraduates. She will hold the professorship for the 2022-23 academic year. 

July 13, 2022

Mitra Speaks with Bloomberg on Unemployment, Protests in India

Devashish Mitra, professor of economics and Gerald B. and Daphna Cramer Professor of Global Affairs, discussed the recent violent protests in India for the Bloomberg article "Burning Trains Reveal Wrath of Millions Without Jobs in India."
July 11, 2022

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Murrett Speaks with the International Business Times About the Surge in Chinese Imports of Discounted Russian Oil Amid US and EU Sanctions

Robert B. Murrett, professor of practice of public administration and international affairs and deputy director of the Institute for Security Law and Policy at Syracuse University spoke with the International Business Times for the article "Oil Market: China And India Help Russia Beat US And EU Sanctions."
July 11, 2022

See related: China, Energy, India, Russia, Trade, Ukraine

Adolescent and Young Adult Mental Health is Better in States that Mandate More School Mental Health Policies

Stephanie Spera , Shannon M. Monnat

This research brief shows that adolescent and young adult mental health is better in states that mandate more school mental health policies, including school-based mental health centers, professional development in suicide prevention, and social-emotional curricula.

July 11, 2022

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