War Crimes in the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Yesterday, U.S. President Joe Biden and French President Emanuel Macron pledged to hold Russia accountable for "widely documented atrocities and war crimes" in Ukraine, the
Old politics from the 80s won’t solve the homeless crisis
Recently, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a new plan to involuntarily hospitalize homeless people in psychiatric crises. Syracuse University Professor of Law Arlene
Mauna Loa Eruption Teaches Us More About Volcanoes , Says SU Lava Project Scientist
The largest active volcano on Earth erupted Monday. Mauna Loa is one of at least three large ‘shield volcanos’ that overlap one another on the
Issues Behind Military Recruitment
Our country continues to face a military recruiting crisis – as many branches are offering sign-on bonuses and other incentives to get more people to
What the Haudenosaunee Confederacy can teach Americans about democracy
Concerns over the health of American democracy are seen in a recent New York Times/Siena College poll reporting that 71 percent of all voters believe
“Voting is a Spiritual Act”
As Election Day nears, one of our Syracuse University faculty experts shares a reminder to be kind this political season. The Rev. Brian Konkol, Ph.D.,
Faculty Members Reflect on Former Defense Secretary Ash Carter’s Legacy
Former defense secretary Ashton Carter’s life and legacy will not be forgotten. With the news of his passing, military experts at Syracuse University shared their
How does learning about past racial injustice inform understanding current racial discrimination?
A recently released study coauthored by a Syracuse University researcher reveals how beliefs and political affiliations shape the public’s understanding about racial inequalities. The paper,
Overwatch 2 Illustrates Challenges Facing Esports Industry
Blizzard Entertainment positioned its popular shooter Overwatch as a major player on the esports scene. But the company has hit some stumbling blocks and faced
Mental Health Stigma Has Weakened, But There’s Still More Work To Do
World Mental Health Day is held annually on October 10. The main purpose is to both raise awareness about mental health issues and promote resources
Semiconductor Use and Manufacturing Process
Semiconductors – also referred to as microchips and memory fabs – are essential components of most electronic circuits, providing the memory capability for countless digital
Can an “October surprise” still influence voters?
In the polarized political landscape of America, can an October Surprise still have an impact on voters? This week, two hotly-contested senate races in Georgia
Engaging North Korea Diplomatically
Japan residents were frightened by the ballistic missile North Korea fired over their country the other day. This move by North Korea has many questioning
Vice Adm. Robert Murrett Responds to Nord Stream Gas Leaks
European leaders say sabotage is to blame for the Nord Stream pipeline leaks in the Baltic Sea, according to The Guardian. Retired Vice Admiral Robert
Fed Rate Hike Likely To Impact Holiday Shopping, Says Whitman Retail Expert
October 1 kicks off the last fiscal quarter of the year, which includes the biggest retail spending period as well – the holiday shopping season.
Reviving Religion
Many reports, including this one from the Pew Research Center, say Christians could make up less than half of the U.S. population in the near
Will China and Japan Ever Fully Reopen?
The people of China are once again outraged over the country’s zero-Covid policy. A quarantine bus crashed the other night, killing 27 people and leaving
PITCH: Expert on DNA evidence available for comment on Anand Syed case
This week Anand Syed, the subject of the Serial podcast that cast doubt on his guilt in a murder case, walked out of prison after