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History-Making Athlete, Social Activist Kathrine Switzer ’68, G’72 to Deliver 2018 Commencement Address at Syracuse University

As a 20-year-old Syracuse University junior in 1967, Switzer became the first woman to officially enter and run the Boston Marathon. That life-defining day inspired
Kathleen Haley March 23, 2018

Maxwell School Ranks in Top 10 for 10 Public Affairs Specialties: U.S. News & World Report

The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs is once again among the top-ranked graduate schools of public affairs in the country, according to U.S. News
Jennifer Congel March 20, 2018
Maxwell School Ranks in Top 10 for 10 Public Affairs Specialties: U.S. News & World Report

Chancellor Kent Syverud Hosts 101st Chancellor’s Review for ROTC Cadets

Chancellor Kent Syverud and leaders from Syracuse University and its Office of Veteran and Military Affairs will be joined by special guests, alumni, community members
News Staff March 7, 2018
Chancellor Kent Syverud Hosts 101st Chancellor’s Review for ROTC Cadets

Syracuse University Mourns Passing of Longtime Benefactor and Life Trustee Gerald B. Cramer ’52, H’10

Gerald B. Cramer ’52, H’10, devoted friend, advocate and generous benefactor of Syracuse University, died Feb. 13, 2018. Cramer, whose extraordinary philanthropy seeded opportunity for
News Staff Feb. 22, 2018

Newhouse and WAER Provide Connective Thread for Father and Son Broadcasters on One Memorable Day

A moment truly steeped in Orange played out in front of a network TV audience recently, one which gave a well-known father and his soon-to-be
Keith Kobland Feb. 22, 2018
Newhouse and WAER Provide Connective Thread for Father and Son Broadcasters on One Memorable Day

University Opens the Office of the University Ombuds, Announces Search Committee to Identify Permanent Ombuds

The Office of the University Ombuds provides a venue for complaints, conflicts or concerns that visitors do not wish to address through other official University
News Staff Feb. 13, 2018
University Opens the Office of the University Ombuds, Announces Search Committee to Identify Permanent Ombuds

Syracuse University Announces Historic $20 Million Gift to Support Construction of First-of-Its-Kind National Veterans Resource Center

Generosity of U.S. Navy veteran Daniel D’Aniello '68 and his wife, Gayle, positions Syracuse University to help nation transform service to and support of veterans
News Staff Feb. 5, 2018
Syracuse University Announces Historic $20 Million Gift to Support Construction of First-of-Its-Kind National Veterans Resource Center

Syracuse University Mourns Passing of Former Board of Trustees Chair Joseph O. Lampe ’53, L’55

Joseph O. Lampe ’53, L’55, a tireless supporter of and ambassador for Syracuse University and former chair of its Board of Trustees, passed away Jan.
News Staff Jan. 28, 2018
Syracuse University Mourns Passing of Former Board of Trustees Chair Joseph O. Lampe ’53, L’55

University Announces $2.28M Invest Syracuse Gift for the College of Engineering and Computer Science

Syracuse University Life Trustee William “Bill” F. Allyn G’59 and his wife, Janet “Penny” Jones Allyn ’60, have made a gift that will augment the
News Staff Jan. 26, 2018
University Announces $2.28M Invest Syracuse Gift for the College of Engineering and Computer Science

Professor Lawrence Mason Appointed as University’s Remembrance and Lockerbie Ambassador

Chancellor Kent Syverud has appointed Lawrence Mason Jr., professor of multimedia, photography and design in the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, as the first
Kelly Homan Rodoski Jan. 19, 2018
Professor Lawrence Mason Appointed as University’s Remembrance and Lockerbie Ambassador

Chancellor Syverud Discusses Five Immediate Priorities in 2018 Winter Message to the Community

The Chancellor said that entering the spring 2018 semester, the University is “in remarkably good shape to respond to the challenges coming at us and
News Staff Jan. 17, 2018
Chancellor Syverud Discusses Five Immediate Priorities in 2018 Winter Message to the Community

Alumnus John Lally and Wife, Laura, Provide $1 Million Gift in Support of Football Program

Alumnus and Syracuse football letterwinner John Lally ’82 and his wife, Laura, are giving back to new generations of student-athletes through generous support of the
Kathleen Haley Dec. 21, 2017
Alumnus John Lally and Wife, Laura, Provide $1 Million Gift in Support of Football Program

Committee Appointed to Plan University’s Sesquicentennial Events

Chancellor Kent Syverud has appointed a steering committee to plan efforts to mark Syracuse University’s sesquicentennial in 2020. The University was founded on March 24,
News Staff Nov. 10, 2017
Committee Appointed to Plan University’s Sesquicentennial Events

Progress on Campus Framework: Donor Recognition Event to be Held for the Barnes Center at The Arch

A centerpiece of Syracuse University’s Campus Framework will celebrate an important milestone this weekend. Students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in a donor
News Staff Nov. 9, 2017
Progress on Campus Framework: Donor Recognition Event to be Held for the Barnes Center at The Arch

Historic Appointment of Interim University Mace Bearers, Effort to Identify Next Mace Bearer Underway

Chancellor Kent Syverud appointed two student leaders—Student Association President James Franco and Graduate Student Organization President Jack Wilson—interim University mace bearers. The interim appointment marks
News Staff Nov. 7, 2017
Historic Appointment of Interim University Mace Bearers, Effort to Identify Next Mace Bearer Underway

‘Syracuse University Impact: Central to Central New York’ Report Released, Details University’s $1.1 Billion Impact on Local Economy, Communities

Beyond the economic impact and job creation fueled by the University’s general operations, Syracuse University students, staff and faculty invest countless hours of intellectual capital
News Staff Oct. 30, 2017
‘Syracuse University Impact: Central to Central New York’ Report Released, Details University’s $1.1 Billion Impact on Local Economy, Communities

Chancellor Syverud Approves Climate Assessment Recommendations, Authorizes Next Steps

Following a campuswide climate assessment process, Chancellor Kent Syverud has accepted all five recommendations presented by the University’s Climate Assessment Planning Committee (CAPC). The Chancellor
News Staff Sept. 15, 2017

Carmelo Anthony to Receive Chancellor’s Medal at CBT Reunion Gala Sept. 16

NBA All Star and three-time Olympic gold medalist Carmelo Anthony will receive the Chancellor’s Medal for Philanthropy during the upcoming Coming Back Together (CBT) reunion
Kathleen Haley Sept. 13, 2017
Carmelo Anthony to Receive Chancellor’s Medal at CBT Reunion Gala Sept. 16