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Vinnie Birkenmeyer, director of Residential Life at Pace University in Pleasantville and an adjunct professor of Political Science with Dyson College, pens an op-ed in The Journal News calling on state and county lawmakers to propose legislation — DJ’s Law — in memory of Danroy "DJ" Henry Jr., a Pace student-athlete who was shot and killed by a police officer 13 years ago. This law will require specific training for law enforcement about best practices in different moving vehicle situations.
October 20, 2023
Lohud
Press Release
Tresmaine R. Grimes, Ph.D., dean of the Dyson College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Education, and interim dean for the Sands College of Performing Arts at Pace University, was nominated for the Jefferson Award for Outstanding Public Service by an Employee.
October 19, 2023
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Students
Do you have an innovative solution that can make a positive impact on the environment? Share your ideas by December 19 for the chance to win a $15,000 grant! Join The Front Yard at Pace University and Speedemissions in addressing climate change, protecting the planet, and slowing threats to Earth's ecosystem.
October 19, 2023
In the Media
In a geometric sense, plating in odd numbers creates a line that the eye feels drawn to follow. One study by Terence Hines of Pace University found that odd numbers are literally more thought-provoking than even numbers. Hines displayed two numbers on a screen and asked participants to press a button only when the numbers were either both even, or both odd. On average, it took participants 20% longer to press the button when both numbers were odd, as it took the brain longer to process them.
October 13, 2023
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In the Media
Darrin Porcher, a criminal justice professor at Pace University and former NYPD sergeant, said the city needs to do more to crack down on the increasingly lawless domain of scooters and mopeds, many of which don't even have license plates. "I believe the NYPD now has to construct an enforcement unit that specifically targets mopeds, scooters," Porcher said. "We have people that ride scooters and mopes that act with impunity as they drive through our streets. They commit crimes and nothing is being done about it."
October 13, 2023
Audacy
Students
On Wednesday, October 11, Political Science and Peace and Justice Studies students Ellis Clay ‘25, Antje Hipkins ’24, and Jasmine Cintron Soto ’25 delivered statements to the United Nations General Assembly First Committee, a forum focused on global disarmament and international security.
October 12, 2023
Students
Through a new combined degree program, students can now earn a Bachelor of Science in biology from Pace in three years before completing a Master of Science in Ecology and Society at Costa Rica’s University for Peace (UPeace) in under two years.
October 3, 2023
Students
Thanks to a new designation provided by the Federal Aviation Administration, Pace’s innovative drone program is flying high. Read how Professor Kate Fink, PhD, is exploring drone usage, regulations, and preparing Pace students for the FAA's Commercial Drone Pilot License exam.
October 2, 2023
Students
Who is going to address the Class of 2024? You tell us! The annual speaker and honorary degree recipient nomination process has opened so be sure to submit your nomination no later than Friday, October 27.
October 1, 2023
In the Media
Melvin Williams, associate professor of communication and media studies at Pace University, says we never really exited it.
"When fame, wealth, and, in the case of Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner, parental custody is involved, the metaphorical boxing gloves are on, and audiences gleefully sit front row to watch a publicized 'love gone awry showdown,'" Williams says.
September 29, 2023
USA TODAY