Spring 2026 Research Update
iSchool faculty are leading conversations in the information field across the globe.
Lee McKnight Discusses AI Crime Risks, Upcoming Book on AI Security
In a recent interview on the rise of AI-related crimes, iSchool Professor Lee McKnight discussed how artificial intelligence is creating new challenges for law enforcement and previewed themes from his upcoming book focused on the security risks and vulnerabilities of AI systems.
Jacob Kaplan ’27: Innovating Without Fear
Jacob Kaplan ’27 transforms challenges into entrepreneurial opportunities
iSchool Professor Preeti Jagadev Recognized by New York State Assembly
iSchool Assistant Teaching Professor Preeti Jagadev has been recognized as an “Exceptional Woman of Central New York (Educator)” by the New York State Assembly.
iSchool Students Among Winners at Inaugural A4DS Summit & Pitch Competition
iSchool student founders were among the winners recognized at Syracuse University Libraries’ inaugural Athletes for Data Sovereignty Summit & Pitch Competition.
Leah T. Dudak, PhD ’26 Named Library Journal Mover & Shaker for Advocacy in Library Worker Wellness
Leah T. Dudak, Syracuse University PhD candidate, has been named a Library Journal Mover & Shaker for her advocacy in library worker wellness and trauma-informed support systems.
iSchool Student Wins $10K at NYBPC for Real Estate–Focused Startup
Celes Buffard ’27, founder of SecondWave, won $10,000 for first place in the Learn, Work & Live category of the New York Business Plan Competition, powered by Upstate Capital Association of NY.
Taylor Murphy ’16: Turning AI Strategy into Real-World Impact
Taylor Murphy ’16 on scaling AI, driving transformation, and building human-centered systems.
iSchool Students Earn Funding at Revamped RvD iPrize and Hunter Brooks Watson Pitchfest
Syracuse University students took center stage at this year’s Raymond von Dran iPrize and Hunter Brooks Watson Spirit of Entrepreneurship events, long-running programs reimagined to better support student ventures.
Gloria Gyakari ’17: Connecting People Through Music and Tech
Gloria Gyakari ’17 uses her iSchool foundation to innovate in tech, UX research, and the creative economy.