National and regional news organizations regularly interview Hamilton faculty, staff, alumni, and students for their expertise and perspectives on current events, and to feature programs and activities on campus.
December’s news topics included varied subjects from a Senate confirmation to a new curatorial studies initiative. Links are provided, but some may require subscriptions to access content. Please contact Vige Barrie if you cannot open a link or do not have a subscription.
- “” – Times Union (Albany), Dec. 1
This essay included research on the economic contribution of refugees’ conducted by Professor of Economics Paul Hagstrom. - “” –Antiques and the Arts Weekly, Dec. 2
Kunter Kula ’11, Doyle Auctions director of fine art, spoke about his new position and Hamilton’s contribution to his success. - “” – WUTQ (Utica talk/news radio), Dec. 4
Former Oneida County District Attorney Scott McNamara, Christian Colantonio ’25, and Elizabeth Rudge ’27 described the Levitt Center’s Justice Lab program and research. - “” – Syracuse Post-Standard, Dec.4
Elizabeth Coombe ’89 was confirmed for a lifetime appointment to the federal bench. - “” – National Endowment for the Humanities, Dec. 5
Students and faculty discussed the College’s new curatorial studies initiative. - “?” – The Conversation, Dec. 6
Visiting Assistant Professor of Government Kenneth Leonardo wrote about his students investigating the arts of war and peace in his course about virtue and the ethics of violence. - “” – Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Dec. 8
Associate Professor of Philosophy Alex Plakias addressed how to handle awkward conversations during this interview. - “” – The Conversation, Dec. 9
Associate Professor of Sociology Jaime Kucinskas wrote this essay that appeared in dozens of U.S. outlets. - “” – CNBC Arabia, Dec. 9 (may require Google translate)
Professor of Government Alan Cafruny offered his insights. - “” – Women in Academe, Dec. 18
Research published by Professors of Economics Ann Owen and Stephen Wu, and Associate Professor of Government Erica De Bruin was highlighted. - “” – Philanthropy News Digest and Central New York Business Journal, Dec. 29
Hamilton has a $331 million economic impact on the Mohawk Valley as calculated by the Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities. - “” – Daily Kos, Dec. 30
This opening essay included a poem by Professor of Literature and Creative Writing Jane Springer. - “” – Associated Press, Dec. 31
Associate Professor of Philosophy Alex Plakias commented about food identities. - “” – WKTV (Utica NBC affiliate), Dec. 31
The Great Names appearance of President Jimmy Carter in 2001 was celebrated.
