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Iowa focuses on masks as coronavirus deaths rise
Shana Kushner Gadarian, associate professor of political science in the Maxwell School, was quoted in the Associated Press story 鈥淚owa focuses on masks as coronavirus deaths rise.” Kushner discussed many people’s distrust in the current U.S. administration, saying, “people in…
What You Should Know About the Recent Policy Review of U.S. Trade With China
Mary Lovely, professor of economics in the Maxwell School, was quoted in the Reuters story 鈥淣ew U.S. China trade plan leaves industry hungry for specifics.鈥 Lovely, a trade economist, discussed U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai’s recent policy review, saying, “She’s…
Horrific Videos of U.S. Border Agents Chasing Haitian Migrants Stir Public Outrage
Horace Campbell, professor of political science and African American Studies in the Maxwell School, was quoted in the USA Today story 鈥淲hite House calls video of border agents chasing Haitian migrants ‘horrific,’ DHS promises to investigate.鈥 Campbell, ‘called the expulsion…
The Current Unsustainable Position On Immigration
Elizabeth Cohen, associate professor of political science at the Maxwell School wrote a Washington Post commentary, 鈥淎voiding past mistakes is key to Congress passing immigration reform that works.鈥 Cohen, the author of this commentary, stated, “Policymakers have promised to regroup…
Those Living in Congregate Settings Are Experiencing Greater Risk To COVID-19
Scott Landes, associate professor of sociology in the Maxwell School, was quoted by LAist, 鈥淲orkers Who Aid People With Disabilities Must Be Fully Vaccinated By Nov. 30.鈥 With the recent mandate for workers who aid people with disabilities to be…
Newly Appointed University Professor Asks the ‘Big Questions’
鈥淏eyond my wildest dreams.鈥 That鈥檚 how sociology professor Jennifer Karas Montez describes her reaction to being named University Professor. The appointment is a prestigious distinction granted to faculty who excel in their fields and who have made extraordinary scholarly contributions…
The United State’s Military Power and the Attacks of 9/11
Kristen Patel, Donald P. and Margaret Curry Gregg Professor of Practice in Korean and East Asian Affairs in the Maxwell School, was interviewed for The World and Everything In It podcast:聽鈥淎re we better prepared?鈥澛 Prof. Patel was also quoted by聽…
New Arts and Sciences, Maxwell Certification Gives Students an ‘Edge’ After Graduation
Students in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) | the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs thrive on a mix of top-tier academics and hands-on opportunities. Now, thanks to a brand-new certification found only at A&S | Maxwell,…
The Growing Drug Crisis and Its Ties To the Murdaugh Family
Shannon Monnat, associate professor of sociology in the Maxwell School and Lerner Chair for Public Health Promotion, was quoted in the NBC News story 鈥淏ehind Alex Murdaugh鈥檚 鈥榝all from grace鈥: Drug addiction fueled by opioid epidemic.鈥 Monnat discussed the growing…
3 Faculty Members Named O鈥橦anley Scholars
The Maxwell School announced three new O鈥橦anley Faculty Scholars: Saba Siddiki, associate professor of public administration and international affairs; Martin Shanguhyia, associate professor of history; and Chris Faricy, associate professor of political science. Each was selected for outstanding teaching, scholarship…