Scott Nicholson, associate professor at the Syracuse University School of Information Studies (iSchool), was honored at the North America Simulation and Gaming Association (NASAGA) conference with the “Rising Star” award. The recognition is given to the most promising first-year attendee of the conference. NASAGA is a network of professionals from more than 50 countries around the globe who work to improve learning in organizations working on design, implementation and evaluation of games and simulations.
Nicholson is a library scientist and earned a Ph.D. at the University of North Texas. His areas of research include studying the ways in which libraries use recreational gaming activities and exploring what activities are most effective for different user groups and different goals.
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Dear Students: As shared in the July 28 message about fall 2022 public health guidelines, the University has expanded the availability of self-administered COVID test kits for campus community members. I am writing with follow up information to access self-administered…
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Beth Egan, associate professor of advertising in the Newhouse School, was quoted in the CNY Central story “Syracuse University to rename the Carrier Dome – what name would fans choose?” Egan, who specializes in strategic communications and advertising, discussed why…
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