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Dyson Political Science Professor Laura Tamman speaks with Newsweek about the narrowing NYC mayoral race. Speaking on Andrew Cuomo’s long-shot chances, she noted it’s “difficult to envision any scenario in which Cuomo wins more votes than Mamdani,” even if Eric Adams or Curtis Sliwa were to drop out. Her insight reflects the uphill challenge for anti-Mamdani candidates to consolidate voter support.

News 12 Westchester covered an artificial intelligence conference, hosted at 17�Թ���'s Pleasantville campus in collaboration with The Business Council of Westchester (BCW). U.S. Congressman George Latimer opened the program, which explored ethical frameworks for AI regulation. Notable participants included BCW President Dr. Marsha Gordon, IBM representatives, Dyson Philosophy Professor James Brusseau, and Seidenberg Information Technology Professor David Sachs, who discussed emerging policy questions and the social impacts of AI tools.

Dyson Political Science Professor Laura Tamman joined Errol Louis on Spectrum News NY1’s Inside City Hall to analyze the latest developments in the mayoral race. Professor Tamman noted that independent candidate Jim Walden’s withdrawal likely benefits Andrew Cuomo, given their overlapping voter bases. She added that the race is consolidating, with a likely one-on-one matchup between Cuomo and Mondani.

Dyson Professor Seong Jae Min writes a piece in The Korea Times exploring how members of the Korean diaspora are reshaping global pop culture. Using Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters as a case study, he highlights how diaspora creators blend Korean tradition with Western storytelling to broaden the definition of “hallyu.” From films like Minari to artists like Audrey Nuna and Michelle Zauner, Professor Min argues that Korean culture is increasingly being reimagined through global, diasporic perspectives.

17�Թ���’s MS in Publishing program is featured in Publishers Weekly as it celebrates its 40th anniversary. Dyson Publishing Director Manuela Soares, a former Harry Potter editor, highlights the program’s affordability, industry-driven faculty, and hands-on opportunities like the Frankfurt and London Book Fairs. “To succeed in publishing, you need to be able to adapt,” Soares says.