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Professor of Criminal Justice and Security Kimberly Collica-Cox, PhD, has been recognized for her instrumental work in supporting incarcerated individuals with both a proclamation and an award.

WeÂ鶹´«Ã½™re proud to announce this yearÂ鶹´«Ã½™s Honorary Degree Recipients, speakers, and honoreesÂ鶹´«Ã½”an extraordinary group of leaders and changemakers who bring a wealth of experience, innovation, and inspiration to the Class of 2025.

Heather Novak, MPA, director of PaceÂ鶹´«Ã½™s Center for Community Action and Research, joined national experts as a panelist at Campus CompactÂ鶹´«Ã½™s Civic Learning Week. She highlighted PaceÂ鶹´«Ã½™s leadership in integrating civic inquiry into the curriculum, discussing the universityÂ鶹´«Ã½™s pioneering Civic Engagement and Public Value core requirement.

Political Science Professor Laura Tamman offers insight to Newsday on Andrew CuomoÂ鶹´«Ã½™s influence in the NYC mayoral raceÂ鶹´«Ã½”even as he stays off the trail.

In USA Today, Dyson Professor Melvin Williams weighs in on the growing legal weight of emojis, cautioning that their meaningsÂ鶹´«Ã½”especially in sensitive contextsÂ鶹´«Ã½”should not be underestimated.

Â鶹´«Ã½ Professor of Art Will Pappenheimer, who has long incorporated digital media and new technologies into his artwork, discusses his latest AI-influenced exhibition and the technologyÂ鶹´«Ã½™s effects on the art world.

From helping immigrants start businesses, to breaking down barriers with AI-generated art, Pace professors are using technology to build stronger, more equitable communities.