Exploring the Intersection of Technology and Humanity
We work, learn,
and live in a digital
information age.
The future will be shaped by those who understand and innovate in this environment. Who advocate for the underserved, design for the end user, and solve for the unsolvable. They’re diverse, imaginative, and driven to make change. They’re iSchoolers.
We’re a tightknit community, which means you’ll become friends and colleagues with fellow students, faculty, and staff.
You’ll develop connections here that will last a lifetime. And you’ll become part of the broader Syracuse University Orange family.
From cybersecurity to sustainability, misinformation to cloud computing, our faculty and students pursue leading-edge research across industries.
Your iSchool degree will open doors around the globe. From Fortune 500 companies to start-ups, our graduates pursue exciting careers that offer tremendous growth opportunities.
November 4, 2024
Jennifer Stromer-Galley Comments on How Election Ads Have Turned More Negative
Jennifer Stromer-Galley, professor at the School of Information Studies, observes a rising tide of negativity in election ads compared to 2020. "The advertisements this election are more uncivil and just overall more negative than what we saw in 2020," she says, noting that an estimated 65% of Donald Trump’s ads contain negative content, compared to only 30% for Kamala Harris.
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November 1, 2024
Jennifer Stromer-Galley Warns of Hidden Risks in Political Text Messaging
iSchool professor Jennifer Stromer-Galley cautions that political text messages often evade public scrutiny, making it easier for campaigns to spread misleading information. The lack of transparency, she notes, creates a challenge for journalists and researchers seeking accountability.
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November 4, 2024
Join the Orange Hoops Data Challenge
The iSchool is teaming up with the varsity basketball program to launch a new sports analytics competition. Students will use their skills to tackle real-world challenges and deliver insights that could enhance team performance and strategy.
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November 1, 2024
iSchool Professor Highlights Data Collection Tactics in Political Merch
Jennifer Stromer-Galley explains how campaigns now use merchandise to collect supporter data through a “swag-to-text” strategy. Known for picking quirky items like John McCain’s ice scraper, she draws the line at pricier pieces—Jeb Bush’s $75 “Guaca Bowle” was, she admits, a bit too much for research.
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October 31, 2024
iSchool Senior Credits Father for Interest in Technology, Project Management
Jordan Leuenberger ‘25 plans to work in information management and data analytics, with an emphasis in project management. He credits his father for sparking his interest in the field.