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Engaged Citizenship

Estonia Fulbright Gig Launches Global Entrepreneurial Teaching Tour

Branagan’s global journey began with a 2021 Fulbright Specialist grant to help universities in Estonia create media entrepreneurship programs. He has since spoken to audiences
Diane Stirling Oct. 28, 2025
Estonia

The ‘Great Divide’: Understanding US Political Polarization

Johanna Dunaway, research director at Syracuse University's Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship and a political science professor, explains how partisan viewpoints, news consumption and
Diane Stirling Oct. 23, 2025
The

Architecture Students, Local Companies Partner With Brady Farm to Expand Access to Fresh Food

As part of a research project led by Assistant Professor Hannibal Newsom, students transformed a design exercise into a lasting community resource.
Julie Sharkey Oct. 22, 2025
Architecture

Fueling Innovation, Revitalizing Spaces, Building Tech Skills

Through Syracuse STEAM Engines, local high school students and artists are reimagining neglected spaces as vibrant public places and developing workforce skills for Central New
News Staff Oct. 17, 2025
Fueling

Why Our Students Love Giving Back to Their Community

Giving back to their community is shaping these students into leaders. Discover their stories and support the ongoing Student Organization Challenge.
John Boccacino Oct. 15, 2025
Why

Cramer Family Foundation Professor of Practice in Community Impact Named

As part of the Maxwell School’s Civic and Community Engagement Office, Liz Arnold is teaching courses to develop the next generation of civic leaders through
Jessica Youngman Oct. 14, 2025
Cramer

Pete Buttigieg Driven by ‘Propulsion’—Not ‘Despondency’

The former U.S. Secretary of Transportation joined Professor Jay Golden for a capacity event that covered environmental issues, leadership, democracy and more.
Jessica Youngman Oct. 14, 2025
Pete

Social Work Professor Helps Strengthen Community Schools

The School of Education's Ryan Heath leads regional efforts to expand and strengthen community school systems across Central New York.
News Staff Oct. 14, 2025
Social

Shaw Center Highlights Ways Students Can Give Back This Semester

Students can explore service-learning opportunities that connect classroom knowledge with meaningful community impact.
Kelly Homan Rodoski Sept. 9, 2025

New CCE Office and Programming Aims to Fuel Engagement for More Students

This fall, the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs is opening a new Civic and Community Engagement (CCE) Office that will enhance and expand
Cort Ruddy Aug. 27, 2025
New

Memorial Fund Honors Remarkable Journalism Career, Supports Students Involved With IDJC

Maxwell School alumna Denise Kalette ’68 got her first byline at age 12, under a poem titled “The Poor Taxpayer” that she submitted to her
Jessica Youngman May 19, 2025
Memorial

Celebrating 30 Years of the Shaw Center Being the Hub for Academic Community Engagement

The Shaw Center marks 30 years as Syracuse University’s hub for academic community engagement, empowering students through service learning and volunteerism.
John Boccacino April 13, 2025
Celebrating

Life Together Initiative to Host ‘Decoding Deception’ Lecture March 26

On March 26, members of the University community will come together in an interactive lecture session to explore how to confront mis- and disinformation to
News Staff March 20, 2025

University Community, Sleep in Heavenly Peace Build 88 Beds for Local Children

Last year, the Syracuse University Volunteer Organization (SUVO) took on its first bed build event on campus. The organization teamed up with the local chapter
Kelly Homan Rodoski Feb. 27, 2025
University

Maxwell Sociologist’s New Documentary Reveals Plight of Syracuse Tenants

A standing room audience gathered in the community room at the Salt City Market in the City of Syracuse on a recent evening for the
News Staff Jan. 14, 2025
Maxwell

IDJC Launches Fellows Program for Thought Leaders in Journalism and Public Affairs

The Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship (IDJC) has launched the IDJC Visiting Fellows program, giving experts in the fields of journalism, politics and public
Cort Ruddy Jan. 13, 2025

Life Together Initiative to Expand in the Spring 2025 Semester

The “Life Together: Seeking the Common Good in a Diverse Democracy” initiative will expand in the Spring 2025 semester, building on the success of its
Kelly Homan Rodoski Jan. 13, 2025
Life

At Maxwell School, the Conversation About Citizenship Gains Fresh Perspective

For nearly a century, in the north entrance to the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, a lone statue of President George Washington greeted
News Staff Oct. 16, 2024
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