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New Deans, University Leaders and Faculty Eager to Kick Off New Academic Year

Yesterday, more than 4,000 first-year and transfer students participated in New Student Convocation, a rite of passage for all students embarking on their academic careers
News Staff Aug. 26, 2016
New Deans, University Leaders and Faculty Eager to Kick Off New Academic Year

Syracuse University to Welcome More Than 4,000 First-Year and Transfer Students

University takes action to enhance its longstanding commitment to a diverse student body
News Staff Aug. 24, 2016

Syracuse University Renews Commitment, Plans to Launch a Series of New Initiatives to Further Enhance Diversity Among Student Body, Faculty and Staff

Syracuse University will launch a series of new initiatives aimed at further enhancing diversity among the student body, faculty and staff. The renewed commitment comes
News Staff Aug. 23, 2016
Syracuse University Renews Commitment, Plans to Launch a Series of New Initiatives to Further Enhance Diversity Among Student Body, Faculty and Staff

New Bells Added to Crouse College Chimes Expand Repertoire

Project made possible thanks to the generosity of alumni, friends and supporters Chimemasters member Rebekah Timerman ’17 watched the four new bells being lifted into
Kathleen Haley Aug. 23, 2016
New Bells Added to Crouse College Chimes Expand Repertoire

Lillian Slutzker, Longtime Benefactor of Syracuse University, Passes Away

Lillian Slutzker, a longtime supporter of Syracuse University and the former owner of Manny’s athletic apparel store on Marshall Street, passed away on Thursday, August
News Staff Aug. 19, 2016

Chancellor Syverud Concludes Service on CNY Regional Economic Development Council

After more than two years serving as Co-Chair of the Central New York Regional Economic Development Council (REDC), Chancellor Kent Syverud today announced that he
News Staff Aug. 11, 2016
Chancellor Syverud Concludes Service on CNY Regional Economic Development Council

ESPN, ACC Announce Launch of ACC Network

Syracuse Athletics Stands to Benefit from Enhanced National Exposure, New Academic Opportunities for Students The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and ESPN today announced the launch
News Staff July 21, 2016

Economic Development Leader to Retire from Syracuse University

After nearly a decade serving the University and the Central New York region, Marilyn Higgins, vice president of community engagement and economic development, has announced
News Staff July 19, 2016

Search Committee Announced for Senior Vice President for New Division of Enrollment and the Student Experience

Chancellor Kent Syverud and Vice Chancellor and Provost Michele Wheatly today announced the members of a search committee to identify a senior vice president for
News Staff July 13, 2016
Search Committee Announced for Senior Vice President for New Division of Enrollment and the Student Experience

John Wildhack ’80 to Become Syracuse University Director of Athletics

Wildhack, a veteran leader at ESPN, currently serves as the network’s executive vice president for programming and production, a role he’s held since January 2014.
Sarah Scalese July 6, 2016

University Selects SHoP Architects to Design National Veterans Resource Complex; First Conceptual Images Shared with Campus Community

Culminating a six-month design competition, Syracuse University today announced SHoP Architects, a world-renowned architect firm headquartered in New York City, has been selected to conceptualize
News Staff June 21, 2016
University Selects SHoP Architects to Design National Veterans Resource Complex; First Conceptual Images Shared with Campus Community

University Unveils Draft Campus Framework, Invites Campus Community to Provide Feedback, Input via New Interactive Website

Noting that a bold Campus Framework is an essential foundation for providing an unrivaled collegiate experience, Chancellor Kent Syverud today unveiled a draft document for
News Staff June 20, 2016
University Unveils Draft Campus Framework, Invites Campus Community to Provide Feedback, Input via New Interactive Website

After More Than 40 Years of Service to the University, Dr. Louis G. Marcoccia Announces His Retirement as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; Interim Successor Appointed

As executive vice president and chief financial officer over the last decade, Dr. Louis Marcoccia presided over unprecedented growth, ...
News Staff June 15, 2016

David Van Slyke Named Dean of Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs

His appointment was approved unanimously by the Board of Trustees’ Executive Committee and is effective on July 1.
News Staff June 10, 2016
David Van Slyke Named Dean of Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs

University Place Promenade Project to Get Underway

The University Place Promenade Project, which will transform University Place into a dynamic pedestrian promenade connecting Bird Library, Schine Student Center and the Newhouse School
News Staff May 25, 2016
University Place Promenade Project to Get Underway

Chancellor Syverud Announces Director of Athletics Search Committee Members

Syracuse University Chancellor and President Kent Syverud today announced the members of the Search Committee for the University’s new Director of Athletics. Chancellor Syverud will
News Staff May 25, 2016

French Named Acting Director of Athletics; Frazier Promoted to Senior Deputy Director

The interim leadership team will be introduced at a press conference today at 10:15 a.m. in the Football Auditorium, Iocolano-Petty Football Wing. The event will
News Staff May 19, 2016
French Named Acting Director of Athletics; Frazier Promoted to Senior Deputy Director

Michael S. Tick Named Dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts

With extensive experience in the performing arts, arts administration, teaching, fundraising and academic leadership, Michael S. Tick has been named the new dean of the
News Staff May 17, 2016