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Dyson Political Science Professor Laura Tamman provides expert commentary to Newsweek about New York Attorney General Letitia James' first campaign rally since her federal indictment. Professor Tamman describes James as maintaining a strong political footing despite the charges.

Dyson Professor Melvin Williams speaks to USA Today, analyzing fan discourse surrounding Taylor Swift’s relationship with Travis Kelce. He explains that parasocial relationships—where fans feel emotionally close to a public figure—drive much of the reaction.

In a Newsweek interview about the Zohran Mamdani race, Dyson Political Science Professor Laura Tamman notes that Andrew Cuomo’s polling gains mark a dramatic shift in voter sentiment and that “skepticism remains” over how long those gains will last.

Dyson Philosophy Professor James Brusseau discusses the academic and ethical implications of a lawsuit involving a student accused of AI-generated plagiarism with ABC7 New York and Newsday. Professor Brusseau cautions against blind reliance on detection software, arguing that AI challenges conventional understandings of authorship and intention.

Habitat loss, invasive species, pollution, disease—these are just some of the threats to wildlife targeted by a groundbreaking collaboration of the New York State Wildlife Rehabilitation Council (NYSWRC) and Pace University’s Animal Policy Project (APP).

Dyson Philosophy Professor James Brusseau speaks to Dazed Magazine on how AI’s rapid integration into everyday life is eroding choice and creativity. Professor Brusseau, whose research explores human-AI interactions, warns of a growing “narcotic of convenience”—where convenience replaces curiosity, and opting out of AI becomes increasingly difficult. He reflects on how past web searches allowed for serendipitous discovery, and cautions that efficiency gains may come at the cost of critical thinking and deeper learning: “Freedom and creativity require work,” he tells Dazed.

In an op-ed spotlighting affordable tech in education, Watchmen Daily Journal features insights from Dyson Analytical Chemistry Professor Elmer-Rico Mojica. He encourages students and teachers to use AI tools—free or not—with intention and curiosity. “A tool is only as thoughtful as its user,” Mojica notes, emphasizing that meaningful learning doesn’t require premium subscriptions. His message: resourcefulness and reflection matter more than price tags in today’s tech-driven classrooms.

 Pace advanced 15 places in The Wall Street Journal’s 2026 Best Colleges Rankings, earning recognition for student success, affordability, and diversity. With a perfect diversity score of 100, Pace stands out as a leader in access and opportunity.

Thirty-four students from Pace University have been selected to participate in the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) and Millennium Campus Network (MCN) Millennium Fellowship, a highly selective global leadership development program.

Dyson Political Science Professor Laura Tamman tells Newsday that Mayor Adams’ exit from the mayoral race is “a major shake-up” that redefines the contest. Professor Tamman notes that the race’s new dynamics underscore the importance of coalition-building and voter mobilization.