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Fulbright-Hays Fellowship Supports Catherine Herrold’s Study of Locally Led Development

The associate professor will spend three months in Serbia as she continues her research on civil society and grassroots development initiatives.

December 13, 2024

Maxwell Scholars Examine ‘Always Fragile’ Democracy

Amid reports of democracy’s global decline, Maxwell faculty and students are gathering new insights into perception, polarization and other pressing concerns.

December 11, 2024

Alumna Strives to Strengthen Democracy’s Guardrails

Lara Hicks is an impact associate for Protect Democracy.

December 10, 2024

Two Alumni Included on GovExec’s Federal 100 List

Jennifer Kuk and Renata Miskell were among those recognized for their innovative approaches to government operations. 

December 9, 2024

See related: Awards & Honors, Federal

On Democracy, Alumna Nuria Esparch Says ‘We, the People, Will Find Our Way Back’

She served as Peru’s minister of defense during a delicate time in the country’s history.

December 9, 2024

Classmates’ Giving Campaign Fuels Camaraderie, Connection

Members of the MPA Class of 2010 came together to support the Maxwell School with a fundraising campaign.

December 6, 2024

See related: Centennial, Giving

Maxwell To Serve As Host Institution for Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative

Twenty-five young leaders from Southeast Asia will begin a five-week intensive program at Maxwell in April 2025. The program is funded by a grant from the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State.
December 3, 2024

Egyptologist Shares Findings of Everyday Life of the Pyramid Builders During Phanstiel Lecture

A distinguished archeologist and founder and president of Ancient Egypt Research Associates (AERA), Mark Lehner has over 40 years of experience studying Egypt’s ancient history. 
November 29, 2024

Sen. Schumer Presents Dean Van Slyke with Copy of Floor Remarks Commemorating Maxwell’s Centennial

In the official record, Schumer describes a “remarkable milestone” for a “remarkable school.”

November 27, 2024

Maxwell Welcomes 41 New US Citizens—Including One of Its Own

Assistant Professor Tomás Olivier was among those who gathered in the Dr. Paul & Natalie Strasser Legacy Room to take the Oath of Citizenship.

November 26, 2024

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