February 9-22, 2022

SCU in the News is a compilation of media placements secured by UMC Media Relations, as well as other highlights featuring faculty, staff, or students.

Op-eds or Thought Leadership

Opinion articles written by Santa Clara University faculty or staff, or other articles prominently featuring Santa Clara thought leadership.

President Biden Shouldn't Punish Afghans for 9/11

Washington Post

Farid Senzai (Political Science). President Biden’s decision to redirect frozen Afghan funds to pay families of 9/11 victims in the United States is unconscionable. Afghans are facing a devastating humanitarian crisis, with millions on the edge of starvation.

Why Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Is a Leading Candidate for the Supreme Court

PBS NewsHour

Margaret Russell (Law). President Biden plans to personally interview potential nominees to the Supreme Court.

To Reach Its Growth Goals, Miller Center Doubles Down On High-Potential Alumni

Forbes
Brigit Helms and Karen Sumie Runde (Miller Center). In 2020, Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship formed a five-year strategic plan aimed at “doubling the depth of Miller Center’s impact,” according to Brigit Helms, executive director.

Caste Discrimination Exists in the U.S., Too—But a Movement to Outlaw It Is Growing

Time
Rohit Chopra (Communication). In late January, California State University added caste to its non-discrimination policy.

Discrimination Lawsuit Against Tesla

KPIX5

Ann Skeet (Markkula Center). Allegations of systematic racial discrimination and harassment at Tesla.

Neurons in a Dish Learn to Play Pong

iai.tv

Brian Green (Markkula Center). What do you call a network of neurons connected to electrodes that learn to play Pong? Even the scientists behind the experiment don’t know how to describe their creation.

How Romance Makes Your Heart Stronger

Optum Perks
Ling Lam (Counseling Psychology). Whether you’re dating or in a long-term relationship, your partner can improve your blood flow and increase your lifespan.

Amazon Expands Its Telehealth Program Nationwide

Healthline

Kirthi Kalyanam (Retail Management Institute). Amazon has announced it has expanded its telehealth services nationwide.

The Death Penalty

NPR (KCRW - FM)

Ellen Kreitzberg (Law). How are people who are convicted get sentenced to death?

College of Arts & Sciences

'Plagiarism' Row: HC Bars Academics From Publishing 'Defamatory' Material on Vikram Sampath

The Wire (India)

Rohit Chopra (Communication). The Delhi high court has barred historian Audrey Truschke and others from publishing any material against author Vikram Sampath that might be deemed ‘defamatory.’

American Critics Of Hindu Nationalism Risk Sustained Attacks

Countercurrents

Rohit Chopra (Communication). From politicians to academics, Americans who speak against Hindutva face harsh backlash, protests, and violent threats. Also in Two Circles.

The COVID-19 Pandemic

KGO Radio
Thomas Plante (Psychology) provides an analogy for how we might regard the next phase of the COVID0-19 pandemic.

The U.S. Is Long Overdue for "Madam President's Day"

Ms. Magazine

Anna Sampaio (Ethnic Studies). The United States is one of a handful of the world’s most populous countries (others include China, Russia, Nigeria and Mexico) that have never elected a woman leader. Also found on Belatina, the 19th News and 5 other sources.

Education and Counseling Psychology

Trouble in Paradise? Here’s How to Know When It’s Time to See a Couples Counsellor

The Independent
Ling Lam. Whether you and your significant other have been together for four months or 10 years, you’ve probably seen how your relationship has been pushed to different limits.

School of Law

US Congress Targets Bad Actors on the Crypto Stage – But Is It Savvy Enough to Catch Them?

CyberNews
Stephen Diamond. With nearly three dozen bills addressing blockchain and cryptocurrency proposed in the past year alone, the US government appears to be making strides towards regulating the technology. Also on OTCPM24.

Georgia Court Won't Revive Edible Arrangements' 'Theft' Claim Against Google

MediaPost

Eric Goldman. Yesterday Georgia's highest court has rejected gift basket company Edible Arrangements' bid to revive a lawsuit accusing Google of “theft” for allegedly allowing other companies to use the name “Edible Arrangements” to trigger search ads.

Leavey School of Business

How to Retire Rich: Start Saving and Investing Now

The Street

Meir Statman (Finance). People in their 20s and 30s usually have big student loan bills, are just starting their career and think they can’t afford to save and invest for a far-away future. But they can and should.

Markkula Center for Applied Ethics

Job Raises Questions About Lawmaker’s Interests, Priorities

The Journal Record

John Pelissero. It can be problematic for legislators to have a job where they lobby for state legislation. Also in Oklahoma Watch.

Spotify’s Biggest Decision After Joe Rogan-Gate: Whether to Police Its Content

The Wrap
Subbu Vincent. Spotify wants to be just a platform for now, but critics say that will need to change.