Worried About Someone’s Cryptic Post On Social Media? They Might Be ‘Vaguebooking’ You.
In USA Today, Dyson Professor Melvin Williams discusses the rise of “vaguebooking,” explaining that indirect or cryptic social media posts often reflect discomfort with direct conflict. Williams notes that while conflict is inevitable, many people turn to passive forms of communication rather than developing stronger conflict-resolution skills.
Could Jeanine Pirro Be the Next Attorney General?
In New York Magazine, Professor Gershman comments on Jeanine Pirro’s potential rise within the Justice Department, raising concerns about prosecutorial independence, political influence, and public trust.
NYC’s 'Renewable Diesel' Linked to Amazon Deforestation, Other Environmental Concerns
Pace Energy and Climate Center Executive Director Michael Hamersky speaks with The Footprint on New York City’s use of renewable diesel, noting it may serve as a short-term bridge but warning that its environmental benefits depend heavily on sourcing and could delay the transition to cleaner energy.
The Number of Law-School Grads Getting Extra Time for the Bar Exam Is Surging
The Wall Street Journal reports on the rising number of law graduates receiving testing accommodations on the bar exam, pointing to broader changes in how higher education supports students with disabilities. The story references Pace University’s accessibility model as part of this shift toward more student-centered accommodations.
'Gukppong' Reality Check
Dyson Professor Seong Jae Min writes a piece in The Korea Times on the rise of “gukppong”—a media-driven surge of national pride tied to global attention on Korean culture—warning that reliance on external validation can distort identity and obscure more balanced self-reflection.
Scientists Say They Have Found a Way to Make French Fries Healthier—Without Sacrificing Taste
CHP Professor Christen Cooper tells Prevention that moderation is key when it comes to indulgent foods, emphasizing that occasional treats can fit within a healthy diet and suggesting alternatives like baking or air frying.
Marist Poll: 48% of New Yorkers Approved of Mamdani's Job Performance at 100-Day Mark
Dyson Political Science Professor Laura Tamman joins Spectrum News NY1’s Inside City Hall to discuss Mayor Mamdani’s first 100 days in office, offering analysis on leadership, governance, and political expectations as reflected in new polling data.
Is It A War Crime To Bomb Civilian Infrastructure, As Donald Trump Has Threatened?
Haub Law Professor Alexander Greenawalt provides legal analysis to PolitiFact on the potential targeting of civilian infrastructure, explaining that determining a war crime hinges on demonstrating a clear military objective rather than intent to harm civilians.
Can Acupuncture Help Osteoarthritis Pain?
In MedShadow Foundation, CHP Associate Dean and Professor Beau Anderson discusses the evolving role of acupuncture in pain management, noting that what was once considered a fringe treatment is now supported by a growing body of rigorous research and increasingly recognized as a legitimate medical intervention.
Long Island Sound Watershed Intermunicipal Council relaunches
The Land Use Law Center at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University was recognized as Westchester County municipal leaders formally signed a new intermunicipal agreement reestablishing the Long Island Sound Watershed Intermunicipal Council (LISWIC), a coalition of 14 municipalities committed to advancing watershed protection, flood mitigation, and regional resilience. The signing, held at Playland Beach in Rye, NY overlooking the Long Island Sound and attended by Governments officials including Congressman George Latimer, marks the official revival of LISWIC and a renewed commitment to regional collaboration across the watershed. It reflects more than 30 years of sustained leadership by the Land Use Law Center in training, convening, and supporting municipal leaders across the region.