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February’s news topics included coverage of U.S. military strategy, film history, and recycling, among others. 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.
- “Top Producers of Fulbright U.S. Scholars and Students, 2025-26” – Chronicle of Higher Education, Feb. 2
Hamilton was included on this list. Forbes also noted Hamilton’s inclusion. - “Former Congressmen Matt Cartwright (D) & Tom Rice (R) Reflect Upon Jan. 6 Attack & Trump Impeachment Votes” – WUTQ (Utica radio), Feb. 2
Both men discussed their experiences and perspectives on Jan. 6. - “On making art a place of safety” – The Creative Independent, Feb. 10
Assistant Professor of Literature and Creative Writing T Kira Mahealani Madden discussed her work. - “How Learning about happiness could improve economics education” – Health Medicine Network, Feb. 10
Teaching happiness (economics) in your dismal-science courses, a paper co-authored by Professor of Economics Stephen Wu, was the focus of this article. - “The Military Roots of Ski Mountaineering and Biathlon: These winter sports share a unique historical legacy.” – The History Channel, Feb. 10
Professor of History Maurice Isserman commented and his book, The Winter Army, was referenced. - “U.S. expands strategic footprint in the South Caucasus” – News Azerbaijan, Feb. 11
Professor of Government Alan Cafruny wrote this essay. - “Time to Consider Bridges” – Documentary Magazine, Feb. 11
Professor of Cinema and Media Studies Scott MacDonald wrote this article about James Benning’s career in film. - “People to Watch: Kevin Waldron” – Graphic Design USA, Feb. 13
Director of Visual Communications Kevin Waldron was interviewed for this profile. - “Who are We?” – WCNY (public TV, Syracuse), Feb. 16
Focusing on President Obama’s remarks at the 2025 Great Names event, this documentary included commentary from President Tepper, and professors Ty Seidule, Robert Martin, and Celeste Day Moore. - “North to Freedom” – WSKG (public television, Ithaca, N.Y.), Feb. 17
This video featured Gerrit Smith, Class of 1818. - “What I Wish I Knew Then: Jim Walden” – New York Law Journal, Feb. 18
Jim Walden ’88 reflected. - “Is President Trump Racist, Should Soldiers Disobey Unlawful Orders and Schools Paying Students” – “Ivory Tower,” WCNY (public television, Syracuse), Feb. 20
Professor of History Ty Seidule served on this panel. - “Edward L. Deci, 83, Dies; Found Self-Determination as a Key to Happiness” – New York Times, Feb. 26
Edward Deci was a member of the class of 1964. Classmate Jim Memmott, columnist for Rochester’s Democrat & Chronicle, also wrote a column honoring him. - “Shared Wisdom - Cultural Evolution in the Age of AI” – “Book TV,” CSpan2, Feb. 22
John Warner ’92 moderated the discussion of this book after receiving an expansive introduction. - “‘Am I Recyclable?’; Local College Seniors Develop Recycling App” – WKTV (NBC affiliate – Utica), Feb. 24
Angel Apollos, Ricaldo Lewis, and Mia Wrisley – all members of the Class of 2026 – and their professor Wenbo Wang discussed the new app they developed for the Oneida Herkimer Waste Authority. - “The Myth of the Lost Cause” – Ameryka dla Zaawansowanych (“America, Explained”), Feb. 25
Professor of History Ty Seidule discussed the myth of the Lost Cause on this Polish-language podcast focused on U.S. history and democratic institutions for listeners in Poland and the Polish-American community. - “Sound and Simran in ‘Total Response’ - a one-night only interactive musical performance” – "The Roundtable," WAMC (public radio, Albany), Feb. 27
Wellin Museum Director Tracy Adler discussed this event.
President Emeritus David Wippman co-authored several essays in February:
- “Why ‘might makes right’ is wrong in today’s world order” – The Hill, Feb. 1
- “Universities can’t be neutral. They should try anyway.” – The Hill, Feb. 8
This also appeared on the Washington Post site, Ripple. - “Don’t underestimate the UN — Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ is no substitute” – The Hill, Feb. 15
- “Victims who sue ICE are likely to lose — they should sue anyway.” – The Hill, Feb. 22
President Emeritus Wippman also co-authored this letter to the editor: - “Academic independence must be protected. Here’s how.” – Washington Post, Feb. 12
Posted March 4, 2026
