Moms who work here, moms who went here, moms who support our students in pursuing their dreams … we love them all here at Syracuse! In honor of Mother’s Day, we asked members of the campus community to share some of their favorite mom-themed photos. Thank you to all who shared and to all the moms, everywhere, for all that they do.
Please note, many of these images were taken prior to the COVID-19 pandemic and do not reflect current public health guidelines.
Courtney Albiker, assistant director in the Office of Student Living, with her daughter Addison during Addison’s first visit to the stadium, just before the pandemic.
Joanne Balduzzi, office coordinator in the Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies, with her son Brian Balduzzi ’13 (College of Visual and Performing Arts) and Syracuse dad Mark Balduzzi (left).
Amanda Chau, a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences, shared this photo of her mom, Sui, decked out in a Syracuse tee with an Otto plush.
Giovanna Colosi, librarian in the School of Education, with her daughter Sofia Rose and Otto at a March of Dimes/March for Babies event.
Kim DeStefano ’05, wellness coordinator in the Office of Human Resources, gives her son Asher a lift while working on her fitness.
Rachel Evans, assistant director with the Barnes Center at The Arch Health Promotion, with her youngest little one, Wesley.
Kim Infanti ’06, G’16, executive director of digital engagement and communications in the Office of Alumni Engagement, with her son, Jameson Patrick, on Forever Orange Day.
First-year student Leah Jones (College of Arts and Sciences), with her mom, Carroyl, in front of the Hall of Languages during a campus visit.
Beth Kubala, teaching professor in the College of Law, and her son, Zach Kubala ’21 (College of Engineering and Computer Science), with Otto.
Kate Ludwig, associate director of affinity programs and reunions in the Office of Alumni Engagement, and her son cheer on the Syracuse Women’s Basketball team during the NCAA playoffs in 2019. “He loves to cheer on the Orange!” Ludwig says.
Gianna Marie Mangicaro ’18 (Whitman), pre-college programs specialist with University College, with her mom, Carolyn Mangicaro (left), and dad, John Mangicaro, an instructional technology engineer with Information Technology Services, at the stadium. “We’re definitely a ‘Cuse family!” says Gianna.
Jamie Oswald (left), manager of tax reporting in the Comptroller’s Office, celebrates a big ’Cuse win against Duke with her mom, Lila George (behind flag); children Jesse, Jack and Jamie; and husband, James.
