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.
“Welcoming new arrivals makes communities stronger” – Times Union (Albany), Dec. 1
This essay included research on the economic contribution of refugees’ conducted by Professor of Economics Paul Hagstrom.
“Q&A: Kunter Kula” –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.
“Scott McNamara & Hamilton College Students discuss Justice Lab Research of Youth Gun Violence” – 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.
“Senate confirms Elizabeth Coombe to serve as federal judge in Syracuse” – Syracuse Post-Standard, Dec.4
Elizabeth Coombe ’89 was confirmed for a lifetime appointment to the federal bench.
“Curatorial Studies at Hamilton College: Connecting Students with Community and Practice” – National Endowment for the Humanities, Dec. 5
Students and faculty discussed the College’s new curatorial studies initiative.
“What is the ‘way of the warrior’?” – 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.
“Could that awkward conversation over the Christmas turkey serve a purpose in your life?” – Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Dec. 8
Associate Professor of Philosophy Alex Plakias addressed how to handle awkward conversations during this interview.
“Meditation can reduce stress – but the pressure to overwork remains” – The Conversation, Dec. 9
Associate Professor of Sociology Jaime Kucinskas wrote this essay that appeared in dozens of U.S. outlets.
“Israel and Syria: What are the most prominent proposed and expected scenarios?” – CNBC Arabia, Dec. 9 (may require Google translate)
Professor of Government Alan Cafruny offered his insights.
“Unconscious Gender Bias Against Women Professors Persists in Student Evaluations” – 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.
“Independent colleges generate $97B statewide economic impact” – 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.
“Morning Open Thread: Luck, Which Neither You Nor Tomorrow Can Depend On” – Daily Kos, Dec. 30
This opening essay included a poem by Professor of Literature and Creative Writing Jane Springer.
“The dill of a lifetime? In a nation that’s enduring its own sour patch, the pickle dominated 2024” – Associated Press, Dec. 31
Associate Professor of Philosophy Alex Plakias commented about food identities.
“Mohawk Valley Remembers President Jimmy Carter with Billboard Tribute and College Visit Memories” – WKTV (Utica NBC affiliate), Dec. 31
The Great Names appearance of President Jimmy Carter in 2001 was celebrated.
