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Voting Guide: Election Day 2025 Candidates, Key Issues And More
Dyson Political Science Professor Laura Tamman appeared on ABC7NY’s “The Countdown” to help break down ballot questions ahead of Election Day.
Vindictive Prosecution Defense Gains Traction Against Trump DOJ In Three Cases
In The Washington Times, Professor Gershman comments on the surge of vindictive prosecution claims against the Justice Department, offering his trademark candor on prosecutorial ethics and accountability.
AI Has Joined the Faculty
Dyson Philosophy Professor James Brusseau speaks with The Chronicle of Higher Education discussing his innovative use of AI to support student learning through a chatbot that offers accessible, shame-free guidance while maintaining human oversight. Professor Brusseau also joined South Korea’s Morning with Busan radio to discuss the reliability of AI detection services.
File Your FAFSA, And Don't Wait
Pace President Marvin Krislov pens an op-ed in Newsday about the importance of filing the FAFSA early and not letting uncertainty delay opportunity. Drawing on his leadership at a university committed to access and affordability, President Krislov emphasizes how timely financial aid guidance can help families plan for college success.
NYC Mayor’s Race Gets Record Early Turnout Fueled By Young Voters
In Gothamist, Dyson Political Science Professor Laura Tamman described the record early turnout among young voters as a “meaningful shift” favoring Zohran Mamdani, while in Suarakita, she pushed back against claims that Mamdani’s proposals are unrealistic, noting that “they’re very likely to happen.”
Op-ed | Peaceful Protests By 3.5% Of The Population Is Almost Always Successful
Pace Haub Law Professor Bennett Gershman writes a piece in amNewYork exploring the power of nonviolent movements and their capacity to transform societies. The piece highlights compelling research showing that when just 3.5 percent of a population participates actively, meaningful change almost always follows.
The Plan: Pace Lift! University’s Downtown Campus Is Getting a Makeover
The Commercial Observer spotlights the renovation of One Pace Plaza East, home to the Sands College of Performing Arts. Set to open in 2026, the project will add new theaters, maker spaces, and state-of-the-art labs—an investment that, as Director of Campus Planning and Facilities Wayne Chen notes, “puts Pace on the map for performing arts education.”
What Justice Kennedy Saw, and What Judges Should See
In Law.com, Haub Law Professors Emeriti Michael Mushlin and David S. Cohen co-author an op-ed, urging judges to visit correctional facilities annually to better understand the realities of incarceration. The proposal, now under public comment, reflects their ongoing leadership in advancing humane and informed criminal justice reform.
Rolandi '25 Election Forecast
Dyson Public Administration Professor Stephen Rolandi writes a piece in Yonkers Times analyzing the historic New York City mayoral race and other key gubernatorial contests, projecting Zohran Mamdani’s win.
Getting Ready for Spring: Pop-Up Student Solutions Centers
Questions about registration, financial aid, or student accounts? The Pop-Up Student Solutions Centers are your go-to resource as we head into the Spring 2026 semester. No appointments, no stress—just the answers you need to keep moving forward.
Starting a new semester is exciting—but it can also come with a lot of logistics. From figuring out your financial aid package to making last-minute schedule changes, Pace’s Pop-Up Student Solutions Centers are here to help you navigate it all, so you can focus on what really matters: going for it this semester.
Whether you’re on the New York City Campus or the Pleasantville Campus, you’ve got dedicated support from teams across Financial Aid, Student Accounts, Admissions, and the Registrar’s Office. No appointments needed—just show up during operating hours and get the answers you need.
Pop-Up Student Solutions Center Schedule
Dates:
December 1–5, 2025
Hours:
- Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Tuesday and Thursday: 12:00–5:30 p.m.
Locations:
- New York City Campus: 161 William Street, 8th Floor
- Pleasantville Campus: Kessel Student Center, Dean’s Suite area
From adjusting your Spring 2026 class schedule to understanding your tuition bill, the Pop-Up Student Solutions Centers are here to simplify your start to the semester. Because when things run smoothly, you can spend less time in line—and more time chasing what’s next.
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Pace University sponsored a workshop with Dr. Nancy Peluso, funded by the Mellon grant: “Islands, Archipelagoes, and Cultural Ecologies.” The workshop, titled, “How to Tell Stories with Maps” grappled with how to use maps to tell stories about changes in the environment over time and its relationship to human migration.