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Research @ Pace
A newsletter highlighting faculty research & scholarship
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Tasha Darbes, PhD (School of Education, PLV)
is continuing her research on issues related to education, immigration and applied linguistics. Her current project examines how teachers of multilingual children negotiate purchased literacy curricula and the shift to privatizing teaching in public education. Professor Darbes has recently collaborated with multimedia artist Chloe Smolarski on a grant-funded project, “When Home Leaves You: Experimental Oral Histories of Climate Change and Adaptation.” They created an interdisciplinary research model and immersive multimedia installation that blended oral history and artistic expression to explore the lived experiences of those affected by, and responding to, climate change. Professor Darbes’s contribution was in research design, interviewing, data collection and analysis, and as a creative collaborator for the multimedia art exhibit. The oral histories documented the lived experiences and perspectives of Steven Holler (Alaska), Malik Haider Ali (Pakistan), Susan Kinne (Nicaragua), and Florencia Chang-Ageda (Brooklyn) as they give voice to diverse strategies for responding to climate change, inequality, and social justice in their communities. This evolving exhibition reimagines how we experience the archive, as visitors moved through a sculptural space and triggered sensors which activated audio of the voices and stories of the climate activists combined with innovative sound design. The exhibit was on view at the Swale House at Governor's Island from July 15 - August 15th, 2024, and the project will continue in other forms throughout the next year, providing a context for the public to reflect on their own experiences with climate change.
| Exhibition space at the Swale House on Governor's Island | |
| |  | Weihua Niu, PhD (Psychology, NYC, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences) is a full Professor in the department of Psychology, and the Director of the Center for Global Psychology. Known for her cross-cultural studies on creativity, intelligence, and critical thinking, she has published over 60 articles in English and Chinese. She is also an editor for an e-book on Creativity and Innovation in STEAM education, and a forthcoming two-volume series on Critical Thinking Across Disciplines (via Palgrave Macmillan). She enjoys teaching students about the scientific and applied aspects of psychology and encourages her students to think critically about the discipline and life in general. Professor Niu supervises students at all academic levels, from high school to doctoral, and often guides their work toward publication and conference presentations, among which some notable publications include: “Revisiting creativity and critical thinking through content analysis,” Journal of Creativity 33.2 (August 2023), “Originality vs appropriateness: The moderating role of culture on the effect of institutional focus on individual and team creativities,” Journal of Creative Behavior (December 2022), “Creativity outside school: The influence of family background, perceived parenting, and afterschool activity on creativity,” Journal of Creative Behavior (August 2021), and “Fostering creativity and critical thinking in college: A cross-cultural investigation” Frontiers in Psychology 12 (November 2021), with her student as the first author. She also serves as a science fair judge in New York and Connecticut and holds editorial roles in many academic journals.
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Humanities at Pace: Pace NEH- and Teagle-funded Initiatives Featured at National Humanities Conference
Erica Johnson, PhD (English, NYC, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences), Sid Ray, PhD (English, NYC, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences), and Rebecca Tekula, PhD (MPA, NYC/PLV Dyson College of Arts and Sciences), presented at a panel at the National Humanities Conference, organized by the National Humanities Alliance. Moderated by Kelley Kreitz, PhD (English, NYC, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences), the panel – titled “Harboring the Humanities in New York City” – addressed the power of site-specific, place-based pedagogies in a way that has wide application to other sites and places.
The panel featured two new grant-funded initiatives:
The panelists shared their initiatives to empower students to make sense of the history and current lived experiences of inequalities based on race, sex, and class, and to actively pursue climate justice. The discussion considered questions of how such ecological factors as climate change overlap with and inform cultural histories by bringing together student research on the Black, Indigenous, Latine, and Chinatown histories that surround our lower Manhattan campus with a recent and stark illustration of the impact of climate change in the form of Hurricane Sandy. The panelists argued that their projects model a larger methodology that is of use to any university in any location. Situating public humanities research around the cultural and ecological context of an institution's campus necessarily involves community partnerships and self-reflection about how campus and community alike are affected by climate change. Their engagement with Pace’s location in New York Harbor provided a clear example of how geography underlies not only the Pace campus but also the curriculum.
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Form left to right: Rebecca Tekula, PhD, Maria Iacullo-Bird, PhD, Kelley Kreitz, PhD,
Erica Johnson, PhD, Sid Ray, PhD
| Maria Iacullo-Bird, PhD (Assistant Provost for Research; History, NYC, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences), a co-PI with Kreitz and Ray on the Ground Beneath Our Feet project, also participated in the National Humanities Conference, on a panel titled— "Changing the Tide: Strategies for Dismantling the Narrative of Decline by Strengthening the Higher Education Ecosystem" — that featured undergraduate research as an approach to promoting the humanities in higher education. organized by the Modern Language Association. Prof. Iacullo-Bird joined faculty from Macalester College, William Paterson University, and Ursuline College to discuss models, strategies, and resources for advancing undergraduate research as a pedagogical practice to bolster the study of the humanities at colleges and universities. Prof. Iacullo-Bird shared her perspectives both as Assistant Provost for Research at Pace, where she leaders the Center for Undergraduate Research Experiences, and as the President of the national Council on Undergraduate Research. | |
From left to right: Andrea Kaston Tange, PhD, Macalester College; Barbara Suess, PhD, William Patterson College; Katharine Trostel, PhD, Ursuline College; and Maria Iacullo-Bird, PhD,
Pace University
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The humanities at Pace University have been flourishing through an emphasis on undergraduate research and civic engagement to empower students to investigate our location as an island and estuary-situated campus--as well as its layered and often conflicting histories.
* Participation in the National Humanities Conference event was supported by Pace’s experiential learning initiative.
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On November 6, Justin Pidot, JD (University of Arizona) delivered the annual Gilbert and Sarah Kerlin Lecture on Environmental Law at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law, speaking on “Environmental Justice at the White House.” Haub Law students, faculty and staff filled the auditorium for the timely lecture which was held the day after the 2024 presidential election, raising pressing questions about the future of current executive orders designed to address national issues such as climate change, climate justice, and environmental sustainability. | |
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On November 17th, Haub Law hosted its first-ever LLM Moot Court Competition, offering LLM students from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to argue a First Amendment case in a rigorous, professional setting. The competition not only showcased the advocacy skills of the LLM cohort, but also fostered connections with the broader law school community.
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Katrina Fischer Kuh, JD (Elisabeth Haub School of Law) and Shannon M. Roesler, JD (University of Iowa, College of Law) co-edited Adapting to High-Level Warming: Law, Governance, and Equity. Published by Environmental Law Institute Press, the book stems from the Environmental Law Collaborative—a biennial gathering of global environmental scholars. Featuring chapters by Professors Kuh, Roesler, and 17 other thought leaders, it explores critical issues in environmental law, governance, and equity.
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Multifactor Authentication Options for Research.gov Sign-in | |
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Effective on Oct. 27, 2024, the U.S. National Science Foundation is implementing multifactor authentication (MFA) for Research.gov sign-in. See Dear Colleague letter for more details.
Please refer to this page and see the detailed instructions provided to guide you through the process of setting up your sign-in.
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Wellness Opportunities for Faculty and Staff | |
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The Counseling Center is proud to offer SOS for Higher Ed, an online suite of suicide prevention trainings that use video and interactive learning to teach faculty, staff and students how to ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) in their role in suicide prevention. To access this free, 30-minute training, simply Visit the Mindwise website and click “Create Account”. Enter name, email address, and chosen password, click “Create”. Enter the redemption code Pace and click “Next”. View the dashboard and select the SOS for Higher Ed training that fits your role (faculty/staff or student). Please contact the Counseling Center on your campus for additional information (NYC: (212) 346-1526 and Westchester campuses: (914) 773-3710).
Pace continues to offer (for FREE) Mental Health First Aid Training to our faculty, staff, and students through its partnership with Montefiore Hospital and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. 195 Pace community members have already completed this VIRTUAL training. Attendees complete a 2-hour pre-training module and then attend a live virtual course from 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. with other Pace attendees. To learn more, please visit www.pace.edu/mhfa,
2025 sessions include: Wednesday, January 29; Tuesday, March 18; Wednesday, June 11; Wednesday, August 6; and Wednesday, September 17.
If you are interested, please provide the following information to vbirkenmeyer@pace.edu with the following information: Preferred session date from options above; first and last name; Pace email; phone number; position/title; and emergency contact information (including name, phone number, and relationship to you). Slots fill up quickly so sign up soon for the first few!
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Faculty/Staff Wellness Badge Program
The Center for Wellbeing continues to offer a Wellness Ambassador Badge program for interested faculty and staff. Through this program, participants will learn about the 8 dimensions of wellness (emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, physical, social, and spiritual) and apply them to your life and in support of others. The components include:
- Asynchronous Modules based on each wellness dimension
- 1-Hour “Live” session along with your new wellness community
- 10 Volunteer hours to put into action what you are learning
- 20 hours total on your own timeframe
If you are interested in learning more or want to sign up, just contact Sue Maxam. Ed.D. at: wellness@pace.edu or smaxam@pace.edu.
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Supporting Student Success and Safety Through CE Experiences
Monday, December 2, 12:10 – 1:10 p.m.
Current and prospective Civic Engagement course faculty are invited to join this conversation about how we work to foster student success, wellbeing, exploration, and safety within Civic Engagement courses. As students travel off campus and enter into community partnerships during their CE courses, students may feel a range of emotions and have a range of experiences. At this event current CE faculty will address how they navigate distinctions between danger and discomfort with students and support students taking on their volunteer work. We will also hear from the Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX Compliance and Division of Student Affairs about institutional policies and supports in place that are relevant for CE course students.
Speakers Include:
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Bernard Dufresne, JD, Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX Compliance
- Erin Mysogland, MA, MSc, Center for Community Action and Research / Peace and Justice Studies
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Garrett FitzGerald, PhD, Center for Community Action and Research / Peace and Justice Studies
- Heather Novak, MPA, Center for Community Action and Research / Political Science
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Todd Smith-Bergollo, MA, Division of Student Affairs
RSVP to attend in person (41 Park Row, 202) or Virtually
Join the conversation about the unique opportunity CE courses present for supporting student success through experiential learning! Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be served in person. Please email gfitzgerald@pace.edu with questions.
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The Land Use Law Center’s 23rd Annual Alfred B. DelBello Land Use and Sustainable Development Conference will take place on December 5–6, 2024. This year’s conference theme is “Fostering the Development of Sustainable Communities through Innovative Strategies.” Founder's Award Reception on Thursday, December 5.
The Land Use and Sustainable Development Conference will feature two keynote speakers and several prominent expert panelists.
Learn more about the conference and register here
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Upcoming Office of Research and Graduate Education Presentations and Workshops | |
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Join the Office of Research and Graduate Education for a workshop on how to write a Personal Statement, designed to help graduate students craft compelling and persuasive personal statements for grants and awards. In this session, students will learn how to distinguish between an autobiography and a personal statement, master the art of "show, don't tell," and effectively highlight strengths and motivations. We’ll explore how to contextualize challenges and events, articulate values, and bring clarity to goals and vision for the future. Discover how to weave together experiences, interests, and unique qualities into a concise narrative that stands out while staying true to oneself—strategically balancing vulnerability with professionalism.
Monday, December 2, 12:10 p.m. -1:10 p.m.
Register for the Dec. 2 session
Presenter: Anna Beskin, PhD (Director of Faculty and Graduate Research, Office of Research and Graduate Education; Adjunct Professor, English, NYC)
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Funding Experiential Innovations in Pedagogy
Friday, December 6, 12:10 p.m.-1:10 p.m.
Register for the Dec. 6 session
This workshop is for faculty interested in exploring opportunities to pursue funding for research, civic engagement, or other experiential projects in their teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level. We will look at recent sources of funding for experiential curricular initiatives across the disciplines and spend some time brainstorming together about future opportunities. The primary goals of this workshop are: 1) sparking conversation about new curricular initiatives for which we might explore new funding sources and 2) providing an introduction to the range of opportunities available.
Presenters: Maria Iacullo-Bird, PhD (Assistant Provost for Research; History, NYC, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences) and Kelley Kreitz, PhD (Director of Experiential Learning and the Pace Path; English, NYC, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences)
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Announcing Beth Schachter, PhD, for an Exclusive Grant Writing and Professional Development Series at Pace University
Pace University is thrilled to welcome Beth Schachter, PhD, a distinguished writer, editor, consultant, and coach specializing in the biomedical community within academia and industry. With a unique blend of scientific expertise and communications prowess, Beth excels in translating complex topics in biology, medicine, and biotechnology into impactful narratives. Whether crafting compelling research articles, refining manuscripts, or enhancing grant proposals, Beth’s skills amplify the reach and influence of your ideas across diverse audiences.
Join Beth Schachter for a dynamic series of presentations at Pace University!
Session 1: Mastering the Basics: A Comprehensive Guide to Grant Writing and Funding Opportunities Across Disciplines
Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 12:10 p.m. – 1:10 p.m.
In-person location TBA; to join via Zoom register for the February 19 presentation
This presentation will be the first of a series led by Beth Schachter, PhD, grant writing consultant and coach. Beth will guide participants through grant writing across various disciplines such as sciences, humanities, arts, computer science, and business. The workshop will include the following key components: the essential elements of a successful grant proposal, such as defining clear research objectives, structuring the proposal for clarity and impact, and tailoring proposals to meet the specific criteria of different disciplines and funding sources.
Session 2: Advanced Strategies for Success in the Sciences
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 12:10pm-1:40pm
In-person location TBA; to join via Zoom register for the March 26 presentation
This workshop is tailored for participants in the sciences with some basic experience in grant writing, focusing on more advanced tactics for successful grant applications. In this 90-minute session, Beth Schachter, PhD (grant writing consultant and coach), will provide guidance on developing a strategic approach to the application process, including managing timelines, building key contacts, and balancing the creative and business aspects of proposal writing. This session will feature two successful grant recipients from the sciences.
Session 3: Advanced Strategies for Success in the Humanities
Wednesday April 9, 2025, at 12:10 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.
In-person location TBA; to join via Zoom register for the April 9 presentation
This workshop is tailored for participants from the humanities with some basic experience in grant writing, focusing on more advanced tactics for successful grant applications. In this 90-minute session, Beth Schachter, PhD (grant writing consultant and coach), will provide guidance on developing a strategic approach to the application process, including managing timelines, building key contacts, and balancing the creative and business aspects of proposal writing. This session will feature two successful grant recipients from the humanities.
Session 4: Mastering Research Grants Workshop
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 12:10 p.m. – 1:40 p.m.
In-person location TBA; to join via Zoom register for the April 23 presentation
In this hands-on presentation, Beth Schachter, PhD (grant writing consultant and coach), will provide faculty with advanced grant application tactics, practical skills for writing grants, and personalized guidance and mentorship about the application process. Unlock the full potential of your research projects with our interactive workshop designed specifically for faculty who are well into their grant application journey, offering both practical tools and expert advice to advance your academic career.
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Center for Undergraduate Research Experiences (CURE) Announcements | |
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2024-2025 Academic Year Undergraduate Research Assistantship Program funded by Federal Work Study (FWS)
Proposals will be accepted on a rolling basis until funds are depleted.
The goal of this program is to fund research assistants to support faculty research projects and offer students research-based learning supported by Federal Work Study awards.
To apply, propose a research assistantship position to support your scholarship or creative inquiry. To recruit qualified student applicants, inform your students about the research opportunity so they can better understand the value of their Federal Work Study funds and how those funds can be earned while serving as your research assistant!
Click here to propose your Undergraduate Research Assistantship position
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2024-2025 Student Academic Conference Travel Fund
for Undergraduate Presentations
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis subject to funding availability to support student participation at external academic conferences. The presentation must be for scholarly research or artistic projects, and the student must be a presenter at the conference and listed in the conference program.
Conference Travel Fund Application Form 2024-2025
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Fall 2024 Student Undergraduate Research Webinar Series
Monday common hour – 12:10 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.
Tuesday common hour – 3:25 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.
Maria Iacullo-Bird, PhD, Assistant Provost for Research
Applying for a Summer 2025 National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
- Monday, December 2, 2024
- Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Register in advance for Monday’s meeting
Register in advance for Tuesday’s meeting
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting
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Fall 2024 Faculty Undergraduate Research Webinar Series
Monday common hour – 12:10 p.m.-1:10 p.m.
Tuesday common hour – 3:25 p.m.-4:25 p.m.
Maria Iacullo-Bird, PhD, Assistant Provost for Research
Applying for a National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program Site or Supplement
- Monday, December 9, 2024
- Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Register in advance for Monday’s meeting
Register in advance for Tuesday’s meeting
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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External Undergraduate Research Presentation Opportunities
National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) 2025
April 7-9, 2025 @ Pittsburgh
Abstract Submission Closes on December 6, 2024
NCUR 2025 is a conference dedicated to the celebration and promotion of undergraduate research student achievement. This conference provides models of exemplary research, scholarship, and creative activity while offering student career readiness development.
Learn more about NCUR and submission deadlines
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SAVE THE DATES:
Spring 2025 Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry Days
Undergraduate Research Day/Virtual – Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Undergraduate Research Day/New York City Campus – Thursday, May 1, 2025
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For questions contact:
Norma Quiridumbay, CURE Director of Operations at nquiridumbay@pace.edu
Maria Iacullo-Bird, PhD., Assistant Provost for Research at miacullobird@pace.edu
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Prestigious Awards and Fellowships | |
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The Hertog Foundation offers virtual Spring Seminars. These seminars demonstrate that reading great books with others is compelling on its own terms and needs no promise of credentials, no threat of grades, no gimmicks, and no pandering. The courses offered through the Humanities program provide an opportunity not only to reflect on what great texts bring to bear on enduring questions, but also how to begin a community in conversation.
Application deadline: January 13, 2025
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Are your students looking for opportunities to study politics and public policy in Washington, DC next summer? The Hertog Foundation is pleased to announce its Summer 2025 fellowships:
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In their flagship Political Studies Program, students learn the theory and practice of politics with leading scholars and practitioners, including elected officials, journalists, and policymakers.
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The Constitutional Studies Program explores key constitutional debates with distinguished legal experts and Supreme Court advocates.
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Students interested in world affairs and foreign policy can learn from high-level practitioners and flag officers, with our War Studies and Security Studies Programs. The faculty includes former CENTCOM commander Gen. Frank McKenzie and Palantir’s defense lead Mike Gallagher.
For students who can’t make it to DC this summer, the Foundation’s virtual Humanities at Hertog seminars offer lively conversation on great texts.
Application deadline: Feb. 24. 2025
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The UN-Academic Impact Millennium Fellowship is a prestigious, semester-long leadership program open to all undergraduate students. Fellows design and lead social impact projects on their campus while communicating with students and leaders from across the globe to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals!
Students can attend a virtual information session hosted by the Office of Prestigious Awards on Thursday, December 5, 3:25 p.m.- 4:25 p.m.
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The FAO Schwarz Fellowship offers two-year paid positions in non-profit organizations in New York, Boston, and Philadelphia along with mentoring, professional development opportunities and a cohort experience. Applicants apply directly to the available organizations, and can apply to as many as they would like. The program combines direct service in the organizations with policy work. The foundation hosts a number of information sessions, with the next one on December 4th. Students can visit this site to learn more about the award, this year’s organizations and to register to attend an information session.
The application deadline is February 1, and Moira Egan, PhD, is available to work with students on their materials.
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For questions contact Moira Egan, PhD, Director of Prestigious Awards and Fellowships, at megan@pace.edu | |
From all of us at the Office of Research and Graduate Education, best wishes for a peaceful and joyous Thanksgiving!
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