Pace University News

In Newsweek analysis, Pace Haub Law Professor Gershman raises broader concerns about government accountability and the politicization of the Justice Department, suggesting that the difficulty in pursuing high-level prosecutions may stem more from a lack of political will than legal complexity.

Dyson Professor James Brusseau provides expert analysis on Al Jazeera’s Doha Debates, examining how artificial intelligence is reshaping politics, culture, and collective thinking, and warning that algorithmic systems may reinforce existing behaviors and narrow how people experience the world. The episode has already surpassed 800,000 views in just two days.

Professor Gershman also pens op-eds in amNewYork and the New York Law Journal, warning that efforts to influence election rules and institutions could undermine public trust in the democratic process, and examines constitutional limits on presidential war powers in a televised interview with BronxNet.

Haub Law Professor Bridget Crawford speaks with Bloomberg on a high-profile tax strategy tied to a SpaceX-related deal, explaining how precedents like the Walton case have solidified the use of grantor retained annuity trusts (GRATs), which remain difficult to unwind.

Haub Law Professor Bennett Gershman writes a piece in amNewYork examining U.S. foreign policy strategy, writing that aggressive dealmaking approaches risk strengthening adversaries rather than weakening them.

Haub Law Professor John Bandler pens an op-ed in Reuters emphasizing that cybersecurity fundamentals remain essential, even for sophisticated lawyers and organizations, warning that gaps in governance, system management, and data protection can leave institutions vulnerable to preventable risks.

In Forbes, Pace President Marvin Krislov examines the evolving role of artificial intelligence in higher education, emphasizing that the conversation has shifted from whether AI belongs in the classroom to how institutions can guide its use with intention and ethical focus. Drawing on discussions at Pace and the World University Leaders Forum, he highlights the importance of integrating AI across disciplines while ensuring it strengthens core learning and critical thinking.

In Newsday, Dyson Political Science Professor Laura Tamman analyzes New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s first 100 days in office, noting that early concerns about his experience have eased as his appointments have been well received and he has demonstrated an ability to manage complex challenges and unexpected events.