John Boccacino, Author at Syracuse University Today

Round “VOTE” button with stars and stripes resting on an American flag, with the U.S. Capitol behind it

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AI Personas Don’t Always Change Their Minds Like Real Voters Do

School of Information Studies professor Jennifer Stromer-Galley explores the rise in synthetic public opinion polling and how it can lead to a “distorted mirror” of

Oct. 19, 2026 | STEM

A person smiles while holding up a 'CUSE50 Award while standing next to Chancellor Haynie.

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’CUSE50 Honoree Matt Tarullo ’04 Lifts Up Student Entrepreneurs

The former football standout and two-time ’CUSE50 honoree will share lessons on business and giving back during this year’s Student Summit and Alumni Entrepreneur Awards

Oct. 16, 2026 | Business & Entrepreneurship

Dressed-up students pose together on a stage at a formal gala.

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La L.U.C.H.A. Helps Students Find Community on Campus

Two first-generation students share how the University’s largest Latiné student organization gave them a home, a voice and lifelong friends.

Oct. 8, 2026 | Campus & Community

A runner sprints on the track while being cheered on by fellow faculty and staff members.

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Noontime Running League Gives Faculty and Staff a Midday Reset

Since 1973, weekly runs on the track have helped colleagues build fitness, forge friendships and clear their minds to tackle their toughest problems.

Oct. 5, 2026 | Health, Sport & Society

Barbara Livingston feeds a carrot to a chestnut racehorse in its stall.

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Barbara Livingston ’84 Captures the Soul of Horse Racing

For 50 years, the award-winning photographer has chased the perfect moment, from the Belmont Stakes to a retirement farm in Kentucky.

Oct. 1, 2026 | Arts & Humanities

Haley Greene speaks into a microphone while presenting to judges seated at a table.

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Haley Greene ’26 Launches Free App to Expand Eating Disorder Care

Miirror offers clinically guided tools, stigma-free peer support, crisis resources and therapy matching, providing a safe space for those in recovery.

Sept. 25, 2026 | Syracuse University Impact

A university official places a medallion around the bowed neck of a man in blue and orange academic regalia, at a podium with the Syracuse University seal, in front of an orange "Founders" banner.

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The Inauguration of J. Michael Haynie in Photos

The University community came together to celebrate a defining moment in campus history. Relive the highlights from a historic week.

Sept. 21, 2026 | Campus & Community

Chancellor J. Michael Haynie in academic regalia stands before a packed stadium crowd.

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800 Years in the Making: The Meaning Behind an Investiture Ceremony

Ahead of Chancellor Haynie’s installation, historian Chris Kyle and higher education scholar Cathy Engstrom explain the 800-year-old tradition’s enduring significance.

Sept. 16, 2026 | Campus & Community