Pace University News

Melvin Williams, associate professor of media and communications studies, was quoted in a Reuters article that examined Beyonce's recent appearance at Vice President Kamala Harris's Houston, Texas rally and its implications for her star power and political influence. "Beyonce is one of the entertainment industry’s most powerful women at a historic time when (politically and positionally) the most powerful woman in the U.S. is running for U.S. President," said Williams. He said he was uncertain that Beyonce would reach voters who have questions about Harris. "We must acknowledge that celebrities are great political advertisers, but they are not guarantors of political victory for candidates."

Mark Weinstock, clinical associate professor, economics, spoke to the Associated Press on the presidential campaign and the differences between the major candidates’ economic plans. “The biggest differences [between Trump’s and Harris’s plans] are in housing and taxes. Harris would like to offer first time homeowners a $25,000 grant in order to make a down payment on a home. The other main difference between the two candidates is without doubt in terms of taxes. Trump will cut taxes far more than Harris will.”

Veronika Dolar, PhD, associate professor in Dyson College’s Economics Department, shares her insights on labor and health economics.

The Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems recently brought together web technology pioneers for an exciting meetup on the future of front-end frameworks.

Clinical Associate Professor of Economics Mark Weinstock, MA, spoke to PIX 11 about the economic implications of Walgreens' plan to close 1,200 stores nationwide.

The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University proudly awarded the prestigious 2024 Elisabeth Haub Award for Environmental Law and Diplomacy to Singapore’s Ambassador for International Law, Rena Lee, and Kristina Maria Gjerde, Senior High Seas Advisor to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

Clinical Assistant Professor of Political Science Laura Tamman, PhD, was quoted in a National Journal story on New York’s 17th Congressional District race between incumbent Republican representative Mike Lawler and former Democratic representative Mondaire Jones. She also appeared on Fox talking about the race.

As part of National Arts and Humanities Month, Pace University is highlighting its commitment to experiential learning in the humanities. The university recently kicked-off The Ground Beneath Our Feet (GBOF), a program funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), which provides students with hands-on experience while connecting them to history and current events.

Cindy Kanusher, Esq., Executive Director of the Pace Women’s Justice Center (PWJC) at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law has been named to 914INC. Magazine’s list of “2024 Women in Business,” recognizing influential and inspirational female executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders in Westchester County. This well-deserved honor highlights Cindy's unwavering dedication to providing trauma-informed, culturally sensitive legal support to victims and survivors of interpersonal abuse. Her work stands as a beacon of hope, delivering safety, security, and empowerment to those in need across the region.