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English, Writing, and Cultural Studies student Samantha Buturla '25 combines her passion for writing and communication in a combined degree program, all while building a supportive network that fuels her success at Pace.

In spring 2024, students from three courses, The Artist as Activist, Nonviolence: Theory and Practice, and Dramaturgy 1 engaged with the world-renowned, Vermont-based social justice theater company, Bread and Puppet, for an afternoon workshop at the Judson Memorial Church in New York City.

Making the leap to college is a big transition for anyone, so several of Pace University’s student leaders recently shared their best advice for first-year students. Here’s what they had to say about getting involved and finding your place as a Setter:

Associate Professor of Economics Veronika Dolar, PhD, was quoted in Marketplace on how much a country's economy influences its performance in the Olympic Games.

Associate Professor of Communication and Media Studies, Melvin Williams, PhD, was quoted in Vox on the topic of celebrity endorsements and how that affects decision-making at the polls.

Dyson Professor Melvin Williams speaks to Vox about the impact celebrity endorsements can have on presidential elections.

Professor Veronika Dolar discusses how economics impact Olympic achievement with Marketplace.org.

Associate Professor Melvin L. Williams, PhD, delves into the powerful role of popular culture in politics, exploring the impact of Beyoncé’s "Freedom" on Kamala Harris' campaign and the potential influence of a Beyoncé-Taylor Swift concert team-up on voter registration. Discover how fanbase engagement, like the Swifties, can shape political campaigns and voter turnout.