In the Media: November 2024

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George Heudofer, an adjunct professor of marketing, discusses Walmart's comments on the impact of tariffs on customers as the holiday season approaches.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity, data and computer science, computer, and electrical engineering, and the SAIL Lab director, discusses the launch of a pilot program using AI to assist officers in writing police reports. Results will be checked for accuracy and reviewed before full implementation.

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John DeCarlo, professor and director of the Master’s Program in Criminal Justice, comments on a recent study that shows red flag gun laws are effective in the prevention of suicides.

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David Sacco, a lecturer of finance, discusses cryptocurrency, ETFs, and digital wallets, including the upward movement of Bitcoin.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security, criminal justice, and emergency management, discusses elected officials nationwide who received bomb threats and swatting calls and what agencies will be investigating.

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Bobby McDonald, lecturer of criminal justice, comments that sending threats to elected officials has become common in recent years.

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James Mohs, associate professor of accounting and taxation, discusses what tariffs are and how they can impact consumer prices.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security, criminal justice, and emergency management, discusses several Connecticut members of Congress receiving bomb threats. Such acts could be considered domestic terrorism.

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The Connecticut Institute of Technology at the University of New Haven will offer hands-on engineering courses to Paterson STEAM High School and International High School students during the 2024-2025 school year.

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Jens Fredriksen, Ph.D., president of the University of New Haven, discusses the return on investment (ROI) of pursuing a college degree and what students should look for in institutions to expand their career opportunities and personal growth in their chosen field.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security, criminal justice, and emergency management, discusses an international crime ring targeting the homes of wealthy professional athletes across the US.

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Robert Sanders, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and national security, discusses whether the military can be used to deport illegal immigrants when President-Elect Donald Trump takes office.

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George Heudofer, an adjunct professor of marketing, comments on why Gen Z is turning to Walmart for their shopping experience.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security, criminal justice, and emergency management, discusses burglars traveling from South America to target affluent homes, including professional athletes when they are traveling for games.

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David Sacco, a lecturer of finance, talks about the price of cryptocurrency since the election of Donald Trump as president.

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Lisa Dadio, the senior lecturer of forensic science and director of the Center for Advanced Policing, discusses a domestic violence incident caught on camera by Moab police between Gabby Petito and her boyfriend Brian Laundrie. Later, Petito was found dead, and Laundrie committed suicide after leaving a note confessing to the murder.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security, criminal justice, and emergency management, discusses break-ins in Connecticut homes that may be tied to a South American theft group.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of homeland security, international affairs, national security, and political science, comments on the disinformation on social media as the number of pro-Moscow accounts have risen in recent months.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of public administration and political science, comments on Democrats rushing to get infrastructure and manufacturing spending passed that the incoming Trump administration would not approve.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security, criminal justice, and emergency management, comments that malls near highways are easy targets for smash-and-grab burglaries.

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Paul Bourgeois, associate professor of psychology, has launched the first edition of Mental Health Matters, a column dedicated to providing insights, strategies, and support to manage the stress of being an emergency dispatcher.

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Lauri Volkert ’06 will become the first woman ever named Connecticut’s state fire marshal, as Department of Administrative Services Commissioner Michelle Gilman made the appointment.

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Shayok Mukhopadhyay, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering, and Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity, data and computer science, computer, and electrical engineering, and the SAIL Lab director, are programming a robotic dog powered by artificial intelligence that is designed to perform specific tasks in response to emergencies. Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security, emergency management, and criminal justice, says this technology could extend to law enforcement in high-risk and counterterrorism situations.

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David Sacco, lecturer of finance, discusses bitcoin, how it works, and if it can be converted to cash from digital gold.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of homeland security, national security, political science, and international affairs, discusses Russia launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile, sending a signal to the West that it can launch a nuclear warhead that could reach North America.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security, emergency management, and criminal justice, comments that a South American theft group has been around for years, casing out neighborhoods in Connecticut, California, North Carolina, Maryland, Ohio, and New York.

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Howard Stoffer, professor of homeland security, national security, and international affairs, discusses the war between Israel and Hamas and how propaganda is shared from the Hamas-run ministry. Stoffer points out during the panel discussion that Hamas is still holding hostages taken on October 7, 2023, during an unprovoked attack on Israel by Hamas.

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George Heudofer, an adjunct professor of marketing, discusses some shopping tips for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday to get the best deals.

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Susan Campbell, a distinguished lecturer in communication, film, and media studies, comments on the hope of people showing a little humanity to give minor mistakes a pass.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of homeland security, national security, political science, and international affairs, discusses the risks of Ukraine shooting U.S. weapons into Russia and the possibility of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s tactical nuclear weapons being used in response.

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Demissew Ejara, associate professor of finance, comments on the rising cost of car insurance and some cost-effective advice for drivers.

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In this interview, Matthew Brodacki ’06 MPA, comments on his cybersecurity and law enforcement journey and advocates for professional development.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of public administration and political science, comments on the number of students, including at the University of New Haven, who choose to cast absentee ballots in their hometown or state rather than vote for local candidates who they are unfamiliar with.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses President-elect Donald Trump’s decision to send Elon Musk to meet with Iranian officials as a private citizen.

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William Carbone, distinguished lecturer of criminal justice and executive director of the Tow Youth Justice Institute, discusses a TikTok video in which students reenacted a dangerous situation in a dining hall, threatening the safety of other students and diners.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses the annual Global Conference for Israel in Dallas, with some 2,500 attendees, as the war between Israel and Hamas continues to escalate.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of public administration and political science, speculates on who might be the front runner for the Democrats in the 2028 presidential election.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer in homeland security, emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses the threats at schools in Connecticut and nationwide this week and the consequences of the actions taken for both students and parents.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses how an investigation into a major drug trafficking ring can take law enforcement months or years to complete, including tracking evidence and perpetrators, and arresting individuals affiliated with a criminal organization.

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James Mohs, associate professor of accounting and taxation, comments on the number of tax proposals made during the presidential campaign, but taxpayers must wait until they are enacted to benefit from them.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses Human Rights Watch's allegations of war crimes by Israel, to which Israeli authorities responded by denouncing the accusations as 'completely false and detached from reality.'

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity, data and computer science, computer and electrical engineering, and the SAIL Lab director, comments that shoppers should be vigilant by touching around a card reader to see if it has been tampered with and encouraged the use transactions notifications on a smartphone.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice and author of the first Red Flag Gun Law in the United States, gives an in-depth interview on the mass shooting that occurred at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012. At the time, Lawlor was Governor Dannel Malloy's undersecretary for criminal justice.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses that when someone enters an area without authorized access, it is no longer secure.

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The University of New Haven is partnering with Betting Ladies on a study describing differences between men and women bettors. Ceyda Mumcu, professor of sport management, is conducting the research.

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Stuart May ’93 MBA, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who for his dedication to the healthcare industry, demonstrating a profound commitment to advancing sustainable healthcare practices.

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Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, comments on the feasibility of President-elect Donald Trump’s election promise to end the war between Russia and Ukraine before he takes the oath of office.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses a case of property fraud involving fake IDs and only email-based transactions.

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President Jens Frederiksen, Ph.D., faculty, and students attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the university’s new Marine Science Center at the Canal Dock Boathouse on the Long Island Sound. Programs in marine biology, marine policy, and environmental sciences provide hands-on experience in the field and in the new laboratory.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity, data and computer science, computer and electrical engineering, and the SAIL Lab director, discusses cybersecurity and the importance of being aware of online scams and protecting your information.

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President Jens Frederiksen, Ph.D., faculty, and students attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the university’s new Marine Science Center at the Canal Dock Boathouse on the Long Island Sound. Programs in marine biology, marine policy, and environmental sciences programs provide hands-on experience in the field and in the new laboratory.

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Olena Lennon, a practitioner in residence of homeland security and national security, will discuss the latest in the war between Russia and Ukraine and the impact of the presidential election in the United States will have on the conflict.

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Susan Campbell, a distinguished lecturer in communication, film, and media studies, comments on legacy media, which can do investigative journalism, versus social media platforms, which do not have that reputation.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity, data and computer science, computer and electrical engineering, and the SAIL Lab director, comments that cyberattacks on payment-processing systems are becoming increasingly frequent, disrupting operations for multiple businesses.

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Maggie Lyon, a practitioner in residence of nutrition sciences, comments on the great turkey debate saying 'don’t stress too much over fat or calories on a holiday — one meal won’t make or break your health goals. Instead, practice mindfulness and enjoyment throughout the day.'

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The University hosted its 23rd annual Veterans Day Ceremony, which included President Jens Frederiksen presenting an Honorary Degree to 101-year-old World War II U.S. Army Air Corps Staff Sergeant Warren Mulston, a long-time resident of Orange, CT.

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University of New Haven students had a chance to intern for the day as a movie crew was filming 'The Monster' around Wooster Square in New Haven.

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Ryan Noonan, Marine Corps Veteran and Manager of Military & Veterans Affairs; and Kenneth Gray, Navy Veteran and a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses programs and resources the University of New Haven makes available for student veterans. The University will host its 23rd annual Veterans Day Ceremony, which will include President Jens Frederiksen presenting an Honorary Degree to 101-year-old World War II U.S. Army Air Corps Staff Sergeant Warren Mulston, a long-time resident of Orange, CT.

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Brian Marks, a senior lecturer in economics and business analytics, discusses the rise in the stock market after the national elections, combined with the Federal Reserve’s action on interest rates.

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Mo Cayer, a distinguished lecturer of the M.S. in Human Resources and industrial and organizational psychology, a veteran himself, discusses the importance of recognizing veterans on this special day.

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Karl Minges, associate professor of public health, comments on Idaho’s Southwest District Health's decision to ban COVID-19 shots and the impact on the community.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, and Bobby McDonald, a lecturer of criminal justice, took part in a documentary on the history of U.S. presidential assassinations and attempted assassinations.

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The University of New Haven will host its 23rd annual Veterans Day Ceremony, which will include President Jens Frederiksen presenting an Honorary Degree to 101-year-old World War II U.S. Army Air Corps Staff Sergeant Warren Mulston, a long-time resident of Orange, CT.

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The University of New Haven will host its 23rd annual Veterans Day Ceremony, which will include President Jens Frederiksen presenting an Honorary Degree to 101-year-old World War II U.S. Army Air Corps Staff Sergeant Warren Mulston, a long-time resident of Orange, CT.

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The University of New Haven will host its 23rd annual Veterans Day Ceremony, which will include President Jens Frederiksen presenting an Honorary Degree to 101-year-old World War II U.S. Army Air Corps Staff Sergeant Warren Mulston, a long-time resident of Orange, CT.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency and criminal justice, comments on racist text messages that were sent to a targeted list of Black people, including their location, as the FBI is investigating who sent it.

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James Mohs, associate professor of accounting and taxation, comments on some of the policies impacting taxes and tariffs that President-elect Donald Trump proposed on the campaign trail and the impact for Connecticut.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses racist text messages sent nationally, including in Connecticut, to a targeted group of Black Americans, as the FBI investigates where the messages originated.

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Brian Marks, a senior lecturer in economics and business analytics, comments on the impact that tariffs would have on goods and services if President-elect Donald Trump’s proposal is instituted.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses racist text messages sent to a targeted group of Black Americans, as the FBI investigates where the messages originated.

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Susan Campbell, a distinguished lecturer in communication, film, and media studies, comments on the ringing of the bells in Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris after fire destroyed the historic church in 2019.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses how President-elect Donald Trump’s election win would impact the war between Ukraine and Russia and the war between Israel and Hamas.

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Mark Tavern, a lecturer and coordinator of the Nashville Study Away Program, discusses the nominations for the Grammy Awards. Tavern is a voting member of the Recording Academy.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses how the FBI is getting tips of the whereabouts of former Canadian Olympic snowboarder and suspected drug lord Ryan Wedding, who is also wanted for murder.

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J.W. Stewart, a lecturer of sports management, discusses the top games viewers are looking forward to watching in the NFL this week.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses a murder for hire plot in which three men were targeting President-elect Donald Trump and two others who have spoken out against Iran.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses racist text messages sent to a targeted group of Black Americans, as the FBI investigates where the messages originated, domestically or internationally.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses hate messages that were texted nationwide and are now being investigated by local police and the FBI to locate where it originated from.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, discusses a Connecticut law that would prohibit taking 'people into custody based simply on a suspicion that they might be undocumented.'

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Robert Sanders, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and national security, comments on the largest corruption scandal to impact the United States Navy, 'which exposed a serious weakness in operational logistics and procurement.'

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Joshua Lester ’22, ’24 MBA, has joined D&B Engineers and Architects Woodbury office as Construction Inspector I/Water Supply.

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Claire Glynn, professor of forensic science and director of the Graduate Certificate in Forensic Genetic Genealogy, had her study, Bridging Disciplines to Form a New One: The Emergence of Forensic Genetic Genealogy referenced, as forensic genetic genealogy has become a leading tool in identifying unknown victims.

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Olena Lennon, a practitioner in residence of homeland security and national security, discusses reaction to President-elect Donald Trump’s win and how this could impact the war between Ukraine and Russia.

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Joshua Sandman, professor emeritus of political science, comments on the election of Donald Trump as President of the United States. Sandman has researched Trump since his announcement to run in the 2016 presidential election.

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Mo Cayer, a distinguished lecturer of the M.S. in Human Resources and industrial and organizational psychology, says now is the time to remember to be respectful to others. offers a constructive way to address any feelings of sadness or happiness is self-journaling about them.

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James Mohs, associate professor of accounting and taxation, comments on checking the fine print on offers of a large sign-up bonus for opening an account with a bank that may seem financially beneficial on the surface.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of homeland security, national security, international affairs, and political science, discusses the impact that President-elect Donald Trump could have in the war between Ukraine and Russian.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of public administration and political science, took part in a panel discussion about election stress, noting that people are feeling the pressure, regardless of their political party.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses how FBI agents tracked down two men who made online threats about the election.

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Mo Cayer, a distinguished lecturer of the M.S. in Human Resources and industrial and organizational psychology, discusses the importance of having civil conversations and not trying to convince others to change their political point of view.

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James Mohs, professor of accounting and taxation, comments on businesses that may receive tax cuts and an uptick in investments for domestic manufacturing if President-elect Donald Trump’s economic proposals come to fruition.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, comments on the criticism of Russia’s most advanced fighter jet at the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, embarrassing the Kremlin, being called 'subpar.'

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Brian Marks, a senior lecturer in economics and business analytics, comments that most franchise agreements have performance requirements, whereas the franchisor parent company can terminate a franchisee.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of public administration and political science, discusses the latest in the presidential election.

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Kenneth Gray, a distinguished lecturer of homeland security and emergency management, and criminal justice, discusses Israel’s decision to withdraw from the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) agreement, citing concerns about Hamas’ affiliation.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of public administration and political science, discusses the latest developments in the presidential election, with the economy still top of mind for voters.

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Susan Campbell, a distinguished lecturer in communication, film, and media studies, comments that anyone checking election results on social media posts before all the U.S. polls have closed 'will be disappointing their high school civics teacher, to say the least.'

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of public administration and political science, comments that polls reflect only a snapshot in time and should be used very carefully to predict the outcome of this election.