Syracuse Sun

U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer recently acknowledged the 100th anniversary of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs in his floor remarks, which were recorded in the Congressional Record. A copy of these remarks was presented to Maxwell Dean David M. Van Slyke during a meeting with Schumer at the U.S. Capitol on November 21.

In his official remarks, Schumer stated, “I come to the floor today to congratulate Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs on its 100th anniversary. One hundred years. A remarkable milestone. A remarkable legacy. A remarkable school.”

Founded in 1924 by George Holmes Maxwell, the Maxwell School is recognized as a leading institution for public affairs by U.S. News & World Report's rankings. It offers various programs in public administration, international affairs, and social sciences, including interdisciplinary undergraduate programs.

Schumer further commented on the school's impact: “The school’s more than 38,500 graduates are living and working across the globe, helping to inform public policy—including key legislation that has come before us here, helping to forge compromise amid divide, bringing aid to those in need and defending democracy.” Notable alumni include former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Donna Shalala; New York State Governor Kathy Hochul; Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh; and former Detroit Mayor Dave Bing.

Schumer also highlighted the school's presence in Washington D.C., stating that it provides programs through a partnership with the Center for Strategic and International Studies: “The Maxwell School’s work supports the foundations and institutions of democracy itself, here and across the globe."

Dean Van Slyke expressed gratitude towards Schumer's recognition: “It was an honor to meet with the senator, and we are thankful that he recognized the Maxwell School’s contribution to our great nation over the past 100 years.”

Schumer concluded his remarks by congratulating Syracuse University leadership: “I congratulate Syracuse University, the Maxwell School...for everything they do to leave the world better than they found it.”