Dara Harper, Author at Syracuse University Today

Singers in colorful attire perform at the 2025 MLK celebration.

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Syracuse Mayor Sharon Owens to Keynote Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Update: Due to forecasted severe weather conditions, the 41st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration has been cancelled.

Jan. 9, 2026 | Campus & Community

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Hendricks Chapel Awarded $500K for Leadership Program

The Lilly Endowment grant builds on initial funding to help faith leaders thrive and strengthen communities.

Nov. 14, 2025 | Syracuse University Impact

A group of people standing on a stage in front of a large banner featuring an illustration of Martin Luther King Jr. and the words “REMEMBER. CELEBRATE. ACT.”

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Call for Unsung Hero Nominations for the Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

The awards honor individuals who exemplify Dr. King's legacy but have not received widespread recognition.

Nov. 13, 2025 | Campus & Community

Musicians perform during Holidays at Hendricks in 2024. Snowflakes are projected on the ceiling of Hendricks Chapel

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Holidays at Hendricks Tickets Available Wednesday

The beloved holiday classic will include two in-person concerts on Dec. 7 and a virtual presentation on Dec. 18.

Nov. 10, 2025 | Campus & Community

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David Aitken ’94, G’97 Named Inaugural Chair of Hendricks Chapel Advisory Board

Aitken's connection to the chapel spans 35 years as a student employee, parent and devoted alumnus.

Nov. 3, 2025 | Campus & Community

Hendricks Chapel participants at Interfaith Leadership Summit; three men and four women, each wearing a light blue Chords of Democracy t-shirt

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Hendricks Chapel Chaplains, Staff and Students Attend Interfaith America Leadership Summit

A dedicated group of chaplains, students and staff from Hendricks Chapel attended the Interfaith America Leadership Summit in Chicago from Aug. 8-10. The multifaith cohort

Aug. 28, 2025 | Health, Sport & Society

A person wearing a feathered headdress, black shirt with blue and purple patterned sleeves and a beaded necklace stands in front of green foliage. The photo appears over a plain purple background.

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Haudenosaunee Welcome Gathering: An Invitation to Celebrate on Sacred Land

Chief Spencer Lyons Diane Schenandoah ’11, Honwadiyenawa’sek (“One who helps them”), will host a Haudenosaunee Welcome Gathering on the Kenneth A. Shaw Quadrangle on Monday, Aug.

Aug. 15, 2025 | Campus & Community

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Imam Hamza Gürsoy Appointed as Muslim Chaplain at Hendricks Chapel

The University has appointed Imam Hamza Gürsoy as Muslim chaplain and advisor for the Muslim Student Association at Hendricks Chapel. In his role, Gürsoy will

July 29, 2025 | Campus & Community

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Rabbi Natan Levy Appointed Campus Rabbi for Syracuse Hillel and Jewish Chaplain at Hendricks Chapel

Syracuse Hillel has appointed Rabbi Natan Levy as campus rabbi. Levy, who most recently served as head of operations for the Faiths Forum for London

July 22, 2025 | Campus & Community

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Imam Amir Durić Appointed Assistant Dean for Religious and Spiritual Life at Hendricks Chapel

The University has appointed Imam Amir Durić as assistant dean for religious and spiritual life at Hendricks Chapel. Durić, who has served as Muslim chaplain

July 22, 2025 | Campus & Community

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Spelman College Glee Club to Perform at Return to Community: A Sunday Gospel Jazz Service June 29

As the grand finale of the 2025 Syracuse International Jazz Fest, the Spelman College Glee Club of Atlanta will perform at Hendricks Chapel on Sunday,

May 19, 2025 | Arts & Humanities

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Ash Wednesday Schedule Announced

Ash Wednesday is March 5, marking the beginning of the Christian season of Lent. Lent is a 40-day period of reflection that guides people of

Feb. 20, 2025 | Campus & Community

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Sarah Willie-LeBreton to Speak at 40th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Sarah Willie-LeBreton, the 12th president of Smith College and daughter of Syracuse University’s first Black full professor, department chair and vice president Charles Willie G’57,

Dec. 11, 2024 | Campus & Community

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New ‘Holidays at Hendricks’ Concert Tickets Will Be Available Nov. 18

Syracuse University invites students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members to “Holidays at Hendricks” on Sunday, Dec. 8 in Hendricks Chapel, to experience one of

Nov. 11, 2024 | Campus & Community

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Imam Amir Durić and Rabbi Ethan Bair Receive National Recognition as Interfaith America Innovation Fellows

Imam Amir Durić and Rabbi Ethan Bair, chaplains at Hendricks Chapel, model how friendship and understanding can transcend and transform adversity. Through the Jewish-Muslim Dialogue

Nov. 1, 2024 | Campus & Community

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Hendricks Chapel Welcomes Rev. Julie Kelly as Lutheran Chaplain

Hendricks Chapel is excited to introduce the Rev. Julie Kelly as the University’s new Lutheran chaplain. Kelly will join Hendricks Chapel’s growing team of 15

Sept. 19, 2024 | Campus & Community

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Love, Legacy and Loyalty: An Alumni Couple’s Journey From Interfaith Wedding to Meaningful Gift

A chance encounter on a snowy Syracuse day sparked a love story that would span decades, bridging faith traditions and leaving a lasting impact on

Aug. 25, 2024 | Campus & Community

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Haudenosaunee Welcome Gathering: An Invitation to Celebrate on Sacred Land

Diane Schenandoah ’11, Honwadiyenawa’sek (“One who helps them”), will host a Haudenosaunee Welcome Gathering on the Kenneth A. Shaw Quadrangle on Monday, Aug. 26, from

Aug. 6, 2024 | Campus & Community

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