Syracuse Views Fall 2025

A man and a woman, bundled in warm coats, stand at the Wall of Remembrance. A floral wreath is off to the right

Hendricks Chapel Christian Protestant Chaplain Devon Bartholomew offers remarks at the Wall of Remembrance during the chapel’s Pan Am 103 Memorial Service on Dec. 21. The annual service remembers the 270 people, including 35 students studying abroad through Syracuse University, who were killed in the Dec. 21, 1988, terrorist bombing of Pan Am 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland. Buddhist Chaplain JoAnn Cooke stands next to Bartholomew. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Otto the Orange mascot sits in the snow wearing a blue cap with an orange “S,” holding a sign that says “Free Otto hugs!” with snowflake and heart drawings. Next to Otto, another sign reads “Finish strong and smile.” Snow-covered benches and trees are visible in the background.

Otto the Orange gives out free hugs while a buddy encourages students to “finish strong and smile” during the last week of classes. (Photo courtesy of Otto the Orange on Instagram)

Exterior view of JMA Wireless Dome at night, featuring large illuminated blue letters spelling 'JMA' with 'DOME' beneath, supported by green-lit structural beams against a dark sky

The exterior of the iconic JMA Wireless Dome looks fabulous contrasted against the night sky. (Photo by Melissa Stocking)

Large group of Syracuse University fans in orange and blue apparel pose together outdoors by lake, waving and holding Otto the Orange plush toys and Syracuse signs.

Jerusa Ferreira L’24 recently brought together members of the College of Law’s master of laws program from the Class of 2024 for a reunion in São Paulo, Brazil. (Photo courtesy of College of Law on Facebook)

Woman in colorful patterned top works at sewing machine, crafting quilted fabric squares displayed on table and board behind her.

Each week, the Hendricks Chapel Quilters gather in the Noble Room to create stunning quilts that are donated to local charities, especially those that provide services to children and families. (Photo courtesy of Hendricks Chapel on Facebook)

A person in a brown blazer gestures toward artwork on a gallery wall while teaching a group of students who stand listening attentively in a white-walled exhibition space.

Art historian and Stanford professor Alexander Nemerov (left) discusses Helen Frankenthaler’s “Untitled, 1979” with art history graduate students at the Syracuse University Art Museum. (Photo by CoCo Boardman)

Three people stand near a decorated Christmas tree indoors while one person holds up a colorful thank-you card. Gift bags with blue tissue paper are visible on the floor.

Falk College students James Stickel (left) and Emily Gilbert (center) pose with Dr. Steven Blatt from Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. The Sport Management Club was honored for donating a historic amount to the hospital, funds raised during their recent Charity Sports Auction. (Photo by Cathleen O’Hare)

Snow falls around a historic building with tall spires, partially obscured by bare trees. A glowing lamppost in the foreground is capped with snow, and the ground is blanketed in white.

Crouse College stands illuminated during a serene winter snowfall. (Photo by Renee M. Roth)

A vibrant orange, pink and red sunset silhouettes Hendricks Chapel on a recent winter evening. (Photo by David E. Riley)

Two students interact with a black therapy dog wearing a red service vest in Bird Library, as one student kneels to pet the dog while another stands nearby smiling.

Students play with a therapy dog during the Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) popular DeStress with DPS event in Bird Library. (Photo courtesy of DPS on Facebook)

An instructor in a navy apron demonstrates a large wheel printing press to two students in a bright gallery space.

Professor Andrew Saluti worked with students in the College of Visual and Performing Arts to create prints inspired by Helen Frankenthaler during the Syracuse University Art Museum’s Community Day. (Photo by Taylor Westerlund)

Close-up of a student adjusting a metal frame on a tabletop basketball launcher while another person wearing a Syracuse hoodie stands in the background.

Nothing but net: Mechanical engineering students tested out their basketball launchers in Flanagan Gymnasium during the last week of classes. (Photo courtesy of the College of Engineering and Computer Science on Facebook)

Group of people standing and kneeling around a Toys for Tots donation box with toy cars in front, inside a room with wood panel wall and gray carpet

The Student Veterans Organization and members of the campus community came together to support Toys for Tots, demonstrating the generosity and leadership that define Syracuse’s student veteran community. (Photo courtesy of the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs on Facebook)

Choir in blue robes performing on stage with an orchestra in a grand hall decorated with snowflake light projections and blue curtains.

A beloved annual tradition, Holidays at Hendricks brought the magic of the season to life in Hendricks Chapel on Dec. 7. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on Instagram)

Group of students collaborating around a round table with laptops and drinks in a modern, brightly lit campus space

The inaugural AI Creative Summit combined hands-on workshops with a fast-paced content creation competition, helping students, faculty and staff explore how generative AI is transforming creative workflows. (Photo courtesy of the Newhouse School on LinkedIn)

Snow-covered Syracuse University campus with a bare tree in the foreground and historic brick buildings with towers visible through falling snow

Like a scene inside a snowglobe, campus is blanketed in fresh snow as flakes swirl through the December air. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Alumni on Instagram)

Nutrition students in the Falk College of Sport organized a “Refuel Booth” event to teach fellow students about what foods to eat to properly recover after exercising or playing sports. (Photo courtesy of the Falk College on Facebook)

Long table set for a Friendsgiving meal with trays of food, water bottles, and festive decorations, as people sit and take photos

Members of the Student Bar Association (SBA) made time to gather for a Friendsgiving meal before Thanksgiving break. (Photo courtesy of College of Law on Instagram)

People are seated around a table with food, a man is standing and serving turkey

Rabbi Natan Levy, campus rabbi for Syracuse Hillel and Jewish chaplain at Hendricks Chapel, serves turkey to students during the 41st Annual International Thanksgiving Celebration, held Nov. 20 at the Miron Victory Court at the JMA Wireless Dome. More than 600 students, faculty and staff attended the event, which is meant to introduce international students to the American Thanksgiving experience. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Person seated at a small loom demonstrating weaving techniques to two onlookers in a busy indoor event space with posters and attendees in the background

Fashion design student Kai Blunt ’26 shares a project titled “Textiles: The Intersection of Industry and Craft” with attendees at the 2025 Syracuse Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement (SOURCE) Fall Expo. (Photo by Amy Manley)

person on a stage presenting to a large group of people in a large room

Creator and influencer Jon Youshaei helped celebrate the launch of the Center for the Creator Economy, a joint venture between the Martin J. Whitman School of Management and the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, by giving the keynote address at the Wednesday event at the Whitman School. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Person walking through heavy snowfall on a snow-covered sidewalk, wearing a dark coat and orange plaid scarf, carrying an umbrella

A snowy trudge across campus (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on Instagram)

Two large, partially melted balls of snow covered in leaves sit on a grassy quad with a domed building and autumn trees in the background

The remnants of an early-season snowman were spotted on Shaw Quad. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Historic domed building with columns viewed across a lawn covered in autumn leaves, with two people walking in the foreground and trees showing fall colors

Fallen leaves are scattered across the Shaw Quadrangle on a November day. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Snow-covered branches with bright red leaves lining a sidewalk on a winter day, with parked cars and a person walking in the background

This year’s first snowfall on campus happened Nov. 11, adding a gorgeous blanket of white atop some of our fall foliage. (Photo by Amy Manley)

person speaking at podium with five people seated to his right in front of several flags

Retired U.S. Air Force General Lester L. Lyles delivers the keynote address during the University’s annual Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 at the National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC) at the Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Building. A 35-year veteran, Lyles is a former vice chief of staff of the Air Force and commander of Air Force Materiel Command. The event was hosted by the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs. (Photo by Amy Manley)

choir conductor leading a chorus dressed in robes

The Hendricks Chapel Choir performs during the University’s annual Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 at the National Veterans Resource Center at the Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Building. (Photo by Amy Manley)

two people in uniforms standing with Otto the Orange inside a building with expansive windows

Otto the Orange meets with friends during the University’s annual Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 in the National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC) at the Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Building. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Runners participate in the Veterans Day 5K on campus

Students, faculty, staff and local community members gathered on campus early on Tuesday for the 10th Annual Veterans Day 5K, hosted by the University’s U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps detachments and the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs. (Photo by Charlie Poag, OVMA)

Silhouettes of people walking on a brick pathway during a dramatic sunset with golden clouds filling the sky

A gorgeous golden-hour sunset over campus, casting warm light across the Einhorn Family Walk. (Photo by Roshmija Biswas)

Five individuals seated on stage in modern chairs, engaged in a panel discussion.

Matt Park ’97 (far left) was the recipient of the 2025 Marty Glickman Award for Leadership in Sports Media. Pictured with him during a panel discussion at the Nov. 4 event at Newhouse are fellow broadcasting legends (from left) Marv Albert ’63, Ian Eagle ’90, Bob Costas ’74, H’15 and Sean McDonough ’84. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of people dressed in business attire standing close together on a wooden stage, posing for a selfie. One person in the front holds a phone extended outward to capture the photo

A group of notable Syracuse alumni and affiliates pose for a selfie at the 2025 Marty Glickman Award for Leadership in Sports Media, presented by the Newhouse School. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Aerial view of campus quadrangle with vibrant red and yellow fall foliage, brick gateway pillars, walking paths and historic buildings under blue sky.

Check out this view of campus on a marvelous fall day! (Photo by Christine Kshyna)

An alumnus chats with a current student at a table with laptop and textbooks in a large event space or auditorium.

Alumni from the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) came back to campus to share career advice and insights with current students during Industry Day. (Photo courtesy of VPA on Facebook)

Group of people standing together on an indoor ice rink, wearing casual winter clothing and ice skates, with hockey boards and a goal net in the background

Faculty, staff and students brave the rink at the School of Education’s Wellness on Ice event at Tennity Ice Skating Pavilion on Oct. 24. (Photo by Allison DeVoe)

Group of people standing together near a lakeside with autumn-colored trees in the background. A wooden bench and fallen log are in the foreground, and the lake reflects the colorful foliage under a cloudy sky

A group of POSSE Leadership Scholars took an outing to beautiful Green Lakes State Park in October. (Photo by Vicente Cuevas)

Large golden sculpture frames people in autumn plaza with colorful mandala floor decoration and lit candles surrounded by yellow fall trees.

Members of the University community came together to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on Facebook)

Person in navy suit placing a white rose on a curved stone memorial wall during a solemn commemorative event, with others holding roses in the background

A Remembrance Scholar places a white rose during the 2025 Rose-Laying Ceremony held during Remembrance Week. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of formally dressed individuals walking in a line, each holding a white rose, during a commemorative event outside a historic stone building with arched windows

The Remembrance Scholars process at the Rose-Laying Ceremony held during Remembrance Week. (Photo by Amy Manley)

A large group of seated attendees in matching light jackets during an outdoor campus ceremony with white folding chairs and walking paths.

The annual Sitting in Solidarity ceremony was held during Remembrance Week, honoring the 35 Syracuse University students who lost their lives in the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 on Dec. 21, 1988. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of people on a walking tour gathered near a large rock and pink flowers in a shaded area with statue and lush greenery in the background

The recent Fall Foliage Tour for faculty and staff offered by the Wellness Initiative wrapped up at the famous Tree of 40 Fruit. (Photo by Molly Morgan)

Group of people on a guided fall foliage tour near a historic red-brick building with white columns, surrounded by autumn trees.

A group of 70-plus faculty and staff from around campus joined the Wellness Initiative’s first annual Fall Foliage Walk. Grounds Manager Joe Quarantillo and Grounds Supervisor Benjamin Carroll led the tour, highlighting some of the more than 1,000 different types of trees on campus. (Photo by Molly Morgan)

Group gathered around a circular flower bed in front of a large stone building with towers

10 students from Lockerbie Academy—this year’s Lockerbie Scholars—visited campus for Remembrance Week, making a meaningful stop at the Place of Remembrance in front of the Hall of Languages. Their tour guide is 2025-26 Remembrance Scholar Caiyan Bass. (Photo courtesy of Lockerbie Academy on Facebook)

Group of thirteen people posing around a Syracuse University table in a decorated room with framed photos and a sports jersey

The 2025-26 Lockerbie Scholars and their teachers from Lockerbie Academy spent time with Women’s Basketball Coach Felisha Legette-Jack during their trip to campus for Remembrance Week. (Photo courtesy of Lockerbie Academy on Facebook)

Historic university building illuminated in blue light at night, with a clock tower, ornate architecture, and tree-lined walkway leading to the entrance.

As the campus community comes together for Remembrance Week, the Hall of Languages, along with Hendricks Chapel and the JMA Wireless Dome, is illuminated in blue in honor of those who lost their lives during the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on Facebook)

Family with two young daughters in Syracuse Homecoming t-shirts holding decorative photo frames at event

Making memories at Orange Central! This family is all smiles as they celebrate their Orange pride at Homecoming. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Alumni on Facebook)

Historic Crouse College silhouetted against vibrant orange and pink sunset sky with autumn trees in foreground.

Crouse College looks spooky silhouetted against a vibrant orange and pink sunset sky. (Photo by Elyas Layachi)

Abstract metal sculpture on Syracuse University campus plaza, surrounded by autumn trees and pedestrians

The trees are still deciding between summer and fall, but they sure are pretty. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Syracuse University Libraries Special Collections staff at a display table featuring historic university memorabilia including a marching band uniform, vintage beanie, photographs, and archival documents.

Two staff members from the Special Collections Research Center pose behind a display table featuring unique University memorabilia, including vintage photographs, a marching band uniform, a beanie and historical documents. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Archives on Facebook)

View of Syracuse University campus in autumn, featuring colorful fall trees and buildings under a blue sky with clouds.

A crisp autumn day on campus comes to life with vibrant fall foliage and the JMA Wireless Dome’s iconic truss set against a clear blue sky. (Photo by Amy Manley)

A student wearing a Syracuse University lanyard concentrates on coloring an intricate mandala design with markers at a desk in an educational setting.

Every Tuesday, InclusiveU students grab their markers and join the Coloring Interest Group for some relaxing, creative coloring. (Photo courtesy of the Lawrence B. Taishoff Center for Inclusive Higher Education on Facebook)

The quad is pictured alongside the JMA Wireless Dome and Carnegie Library under a dramatic sunset sky with orange and pink clouds framed by fall foliage.

What a beautiful postcard photo of (from left) Bowne Hall, Carnegie Library and the Physics Building with an illuminated JMA Wireless Dome peeking out in the background. (Photo by Courtney Conte)

Person flying a large, colorful kite in a grassy field with urban buildings in the background under a partly cloudy sky

Kites made in the School of Art’s First-Year Studio I recently soared beside Crouse College. If you look closely, you may notice tessellation patterns, which consist of geometric shapes that fit together perfectly without gaps or overlaps. (Photo courtesy of the College of Visual and Performing Arts on Facebook)

Eight people in formal attire pose on a red carpet, with two women in the center holding award plaques, flanked by six men in tuxedos. Backdrop displays RTDNA and Stephen Arnold Music logos.

The Newhouse Spotlight Team was honored for their first-place wins at the 2025 National Edward R. Murrow Awards at Gotham Hall in New York City. The team won these prestigious awards for two investigative news projects—“Chipped Away” and “The Green Black Market”—which were produced during an investigative reporting course in the Spring 2024 semester. (Photo courtesy of the Newhouse School on Instagram)

Student wearing a Syracuse sweatshirt and VR headset giving thumbs up in a classroom setting

Students in the Introduction to Environmental Engineering class are diving deep (virtually) into the science of lake stratification and mixing using a new virtual reality (VR) module created by Professor Svetoslava Todorova. (Photo courtesy of the College of Engineering and Computer Science on Facebook)

A large group of approximately 20-25 people, including students and faculty members, standing together for a group photo in front of an orange wall featuring the Syracuse University seal and motto at the top.

Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey G’93 (back row center, next to Hall of Fame Basketball Coach Jim Boeheim ’66, G’73, H’24) explored the importance of decision-making and the future of college athletics during a classroom visit. He met with students in the David B. Falk College of Sport and S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications course, From the Bench to the Boardroom: Lessons in Leadership. (Photo courtesy of the Falk College on Facebook)

A large group of Syracuse Abroad students and faculty posing on outdoor steps in front of modern office buildings with international flags visible in the background at the Council of Europe.

Syracuse Abroad students from the Florence, Madrid and Strasbourg Centers toured the Council of Europe and asked questions of Deputy Secretary General Bjorn Berg during their site visit. (Photo by Sasha Perugini)

Two men standing at a reception table with a blue and orange banner for Syracuse University's Veteran Career Services Networking Reception, both smiling at the camera.

Student veterans built valuable connections and gained real-world career insights during the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs’ recent Student Veteran Networking Night. (Photo courtesy of the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs on Instagram)

A large formal group photo of Lee Scholars students and program supporters gathered in a bright conference room with floor-to-ceiling windows, arranged in seated and standing rows.

Patrick P. Lee (front row, center) provided advice to the 2025 Class of Lee Scholars at Syracuse University. The scholarships are awarded to students in engineering and other technical fields and to those pursuing mental health degrees at colleges and universities across New York state. (Photo courtesy of the College of Engineering and Computer Science on LinkedIn)

Two attendees at a Syracuse University career fair, standing in front of booths and signage in an indoor arena

Students are ready for their next big opportunity during the Fall Career and Internship Fair in the JMA Wireless Dome. (Photo courtesy of the School of Information Studies on Facebook)

Otto the Orange mascot posing with two individuals at a career fair table promoting Gorton's job opportunities

Otto shares their resume and networks with potential employers at the Fall Career and Internship Fair. (Photo courtesy of Student Experience and Career Services on Instagram)

Proud School of Education families meet the community supporting their students at the School of Education Family Weekend Open House. (Photo by Martin Walls)

four people in Syracuse University apparel holding two small white dogs, stand on a grassy hill in front of a historic red-brick campus building

From home to The Dome, happy Family Weekend, Orange Nation! (Photo courtesy of Student Experience on Instagram)

Group selfie of five people, including a cheerleader with pom-poms, wearing Syracuse-themed orange and blue attire in an outdoor campus setting

A group takes a selfie on the Quad before Family Weekend football kicks off. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse Athletics on Facebook)

Group photo with Syracuse University mascot Otto the Orange on campus lawn, surrounded by people in Syracuse apparel, including a baby in themed clothing.

Game day hits different when you have friends and family by your side. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on Facebook)

Two volunteers in orange shirts painting a blue concrete planter and planting flowers on a city street, with paint supplies nearby and residential buildings in the background

Syracuse University was well represented in the annual Block Blitz day of service held Friday, Sept. 19. Students and staff from the College of Visual and Performing Arts and the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs were among the hundreds of participants from local businesses and organizations who volunteered with Home HeadQuarters to clean up dozens of properties in a City of Syracuse neighborhood with projects ranging from gardening and painting to driveway sealing. (Photo courtesy of the Maxwell School on Instagram)

People in a broadcast studio with orange decor. Three stand on the left while two sit at a desk with monitors and microphones. A large screen shows a crowded stadium behind them, with an "ON AIR" sign visible.

The University and Gen.G., a global esports and gaming organization, collaborated to host a campus takeover, a two-day conference promoting esports, gaming and entertainment. The event connected students, educators and industry leaders through engaging panel discussions, keynote presentations, networking opportunities and the inaugural Esports Business Case Study Competition. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on Facebook)

Members of the campus community mingling and talking in a building on campus.

Members of the campus community came together for refreshments and conversation during the Humanities Center’s fall open house. (Photo courtesy of the Humanities Center on Facebook)

Person in pirate costume and orange mascot with 'S' cap build sandcastles on a beach using colorful molds and a blue shovel, with trees and water in the background.

Otto the Orange brought their Syracuse spirit to Green Lakes State Park on Sunday, joining families and supporters for the 2025 Mito Energy Walk. The walk raises awareness and funds for mitochondrial disease research and support. While there, Otto hung out with old friends, made new friends and got to dig for buried treasure with pirates on the beach! (Photo by Amy Manley)

Six people seated around a rooftop table during a professional networking event, with city skyline in the background

The Whitman School of Management recently held an evening of Orange in Manhattan, when more than 80 Whitman alumni enjoyed a night under the city lights for the school’s annual Reunion in NYC event. (Photo courtesy of the Whitman School on LinkedIn)

Group of people in a garden with tomato plants, marigolds, and metal supports, surrounded by lush greenery.

Members of the HNR 220 Sophomore Experience Living Learning Community Seminar class visited Pete’s Giving Garden on South Campus recently, where they learned about native plants and assisted in weeding the garden. (Photo courtesy of the Renée Crown University Honors Program on Instagram)

Former men’s basketball standout Carmelo Anthony (center) delivers remarks during his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on Instagram)

Front view of Carnegie Library at Syracuse University, with twin towers, columned entrance, courtyard sculpture and people walking nearby.

A picture-perfect mid-September day on campus (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Alumni on Facebook)

Group of adults in blue and orange gear pose behind a table of blue Syracuse branded tumblers at an outdoor Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day event under an orange tent

Staff members gather to pass out giveaways at Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day, celebrated at the Sept. 6 football game. (Photo by Amy Manley)

A large group of students and adults pose for a group photo in the lobby of the Bill and Penny Allyn Innovation Center, with the center's name visible on the wall behind them.

NASA Astronaut Col. Eileen Collins, U.S. Air Force, Retired, ’78, H’01 (front row in a purple jacket), discussed her career, what goes into commanding a space shuttle and the possibilities for the future of space travel during a recent talk with current Engineering and Computer Science students. (Photo courtesy of the College of Engineering and Computer Science Facebook page)

A large group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms and Syracuse University community members gather for a group photo under a white tent at an outdoor event, with many wearing Syracuse orange clothing and merchandise visible throughout the crowd.

The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs hosted the 11th annual Stars and Stripes Tailgate before the football team defeated Connecticut in its home opener. The event brings together military-connected community members from across the region in celebration of school spirit and camaraderie. (Photo courtesy of the Office of Veterans and Military Affairs’ Facebook page)

Students relax outside of the Syracuse Abroad Florence center.

Students participating in the Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Syracuse University Program in Florence get to know each other on arrival day. (Photo by Sasha Perugini)

Display table with Syracuse University marching band uniform, historical artifacts, and informational materials, surrounded by attendees at an event.

A staff member from the Special Collections Research Center engages with an attendee at the Libraries’ Welcome Fest. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Six staff members pose at a table inside the Daniel and Gayle D'Aniello Syracuse University Program in Florence.

Staff members at the Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Syracuse University Program in Florence were eager to greet the newest Syracuse Abroad program participants on arrival day. (Photo by Sasha Perugini)

A group of 10 people wearing navy blue jackets with Syracuse University logos pose together on an outdoor terrace or rooftop, with urban buildings and a clear sky visible in the background.

Members of the Syracuse Posse Miami 12 cohort pose for a celebratory group photo during the Moving Up Ceremony. (Photo by Kal Srinivas)

A group of six Syracuse University fans in orange "Syracuse Orange" t-shirts pose with Otto the Orange, the university's mascot, at an outdoor campus event. Four adults stand in the back row while two people kneel beside the seated mascot, who wears his characteristic orange head, blue Syracuse cap, and blue sneakers on a sunny day with white tents and a modern building visible in the background.

Fans of Syracuse University’s football team came together to cheer on the Orange before the team’s season-opener against Tennessee in the Aflac Kickoff Game in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse University Alumni Association’s Facebook page)

The view of the Syracuse University Quad on a beautiful sunny day.

What a gorgeous view of the Quad on a late summer day! (Photo by Mona Eikel-Pohen)

A person smiles while posing with Otto the Orange.

Professor Carlota Toledo (right) was finally able to meet Otto during the College of Law’s New Student Orientation in August. (Photo submitted by Carlota Toledo)

Apples are ready to be picked from an apple orchard.

Ooh those Sweet Maia apples look delicious and ready to be picked from Owens Orchards in Weedsport. (Photo by Keith Kobland)

Audience seated under a tent listening to a speaker in a colorful shirt, accompanied by an ASL interpreter; trees and buildings in the background.

Chief Spencer Ohsgoñ:da’ Lyons of the Onondaga Hawk clan was the featured speaker at this year’s Haudenosaunee Welcome Gathering, honoring the Six Nations whose ancestral lands Syracuse University stands on. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of people holding hands in a circle outdoors, including one person in traditional indigenous attire with a feathered headdress; grassy area with trees and buildings in the background.

Haudenosaunee Welcome Gathering on the Quad (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of people standing in a circle outdoors, holding hands in a grassy park with trees and buildings in the background.

Community members joined together at the Haudenosaunee Welcome Gathering on the first day of classes. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Two people holding a 'First Day of School' chalkboard sign under a balloon arch with '2025,' as someone in an orange shirt takes their photo on stone steps.

The classic “first-day-of-school” photo opportunity, but make it the college version. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Two people holding a 'First Day of 13th Grade! Go Orange!' chalkboard sign under a balloon arch with '2025,' in front of the Hall of Languages.

Celebrating the first day of 13th grade at the Day One Celebration (Photo by Amy Manley)

A group of female volleyball players in orange Syracuse uniforms and white knee-high socks stand together on a blue court, smiling as they read books or magazines. The scene takes place in a gymnasium.

Members of the women’s volleyball team hit the books on the first day of classes. (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse Volleyball Facebook page)

Two people holding 'First Day of Syracuse' and 'First Day of School' chalkboards beside a Welcome Week Day One Celebration sign, with a New Student Programs table in the background.

First Day of School photo opportunity, but make it the college version. (Photo by Amy Manley)

The members of the Class of 2029 in orange clothing form a large "S" on the football field at Syracuse University's JMA Wireless Dome.

One of our favorite traditions on campus is when the members of the incoming class spell out a giant block “S” during the Dome Sweet Dome event! Welcome to the Orange family, Class of 2029! (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on Instagram)

Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences chair Gregory Hoke (center) and Professor Linda Ivany (right) greet a new College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) student during the Experience A&S | Maxwell Welcome Week event on the Quad. (Photo courtesy of the A&S Facebook page)

Head men’s basketball coach Adrian Autry ’95 delivers a passionate speech to fire up the Class of 2029 during the Dome Sweet Dome event. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Marching band in orange shirts and navy caps performs with snare drums and blue flags in a lively public plaza, surrounded by spectators, a tall monument, and city buildings.

Students in the Syracuse University Bands perform during the annual Citrus in the City event in downtown Syracuse. (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse University Bands’ Facebook page)

Four people pose indoors with Otto, Syracuse University's mascot, in front of a festive balloon arch featuring "2029" in silver balloons and leafy green accents, celebrating school spirit and a future graduating class.

Otto poses with incoming students who are part of an Orange legacy family during the annual Orange Alumni Family Reception. (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse University Alumni Association’s Facebook page)

Attendees gather around orange-covered tables in a modern, well-lit room for a Syracuse University event, with festive balloon decorations and a presentation screen displaying university branding.

We love seeing a room full of Orange legacy families! (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse University Alumni Association’s Facebook page)

Three individuals pose at a Syracuse University Law event with Otto including a woman with a law booklet, another with a university pennant, and a man holding a Military and Veterans Law Society sign, all set in a modern indoor venue.

New and returning student veterans and military-connected students got together during the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs’ Military-Connected Student Orientation and Resource Fair. (Photo courtesy of the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs’ Facebook page)

Large group in orange shirts poses for a photo on a Syracuse University basketball court, with "SYRACUSE ORANGE" banners, hoops, and ACC branding visible in a brightly colored gymnasium.

More than 550 student-athletes and their coaches pose for a department photo before the start of the academic year. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Director John Wildhack ’80 on X)

Students enjoy a campus event on a sunny day, with colorful inflatable attractions set up on a grassy field near brick buildings and a large white stadium arch.

New students met with representatives from over 50 student organizations during the Orange Blast Involvement Fair on the Quad. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Brightly lit computer lab at Syracuse University with desktop stations, large digital screens displaying welcome messages, and people standing and conversing in a professional, academic setting.

Students and family members mingle during the David B. Falk College of Sport open house. (Photo courtesy of the Falk College’s Facebook page)

Large group of students gathered outdoors on a university campus near a neoclassical building with a dome, mingling and lining up during a casual event with school flags and university-themed attire.

New students get to know each other on the Quad during the annual New Student Ice Cream Social. (Photo courtesy of the Hendricks Chapel Facebook page)

Person sitting on a stone wall with trees, plaques, and a colorful Indingenous mural in the background.

Enjoying a moment of quiet solitude before the hustle and bustle of the fall semester begins. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Person drawing an abstract human figure with colorful shapes on a large paper, using yellow chalk near a yellow sculpture.

Students in the hybrid art therapy M.S. program created body maps, using a visual representation of the body to express personal experiences, during a recent on-campus residency. (Photo courtesy of the College of Visual and Performing Arts on Facebook)

Syracuse Views Fall 2025

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