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This is a Wake-Up Call to Mark Zuckerberg
Syracuse, NY…Syracuse University social media expert Jennifer Grygiel, assistant professor at the Newhouse School, is available for comment on the news that a Russian firm used Facebook ads during the 2016 election in order to target voters. “I hope that this is…
Someday Assad Will Be Held Accountable, Says War Crimes Prosecutor David Crane
Syracuse University College of Law Professor David Crane, a former war crimes prosecutor, reacts to the recent UN report that Syria used chemical weapons against citizens. “The indiscriminate use of a prohibited weapon system such as a nerve agent like sarin if inconceivable…
Outdoor Adventure Trips: Whitewater Rafting Available Throughout September
The Department of Recreation Services is offering a series of whitewater rafting trips throughout September to the Black River in Watertown. Trips are available: Saturday, Sept. 9; Saturday, Sept. 16; Sunday, Sept. 17; and Saturday, Sept. 23; from 10:30 a.m….
Faculty Workshop on Real-Time Student Assessment
“Real-Time Student Assessment: A Shared Commitment to Improve Currently Enrolled Students’ Equitable Progress Toward Achieving High-Quality Outcomes,” a special workshop for faculty, will be led by Peggy L. Maki on Monday, Sept. 11, from 9 a.m. to noon at the…
Creative Writing Program Achieves New Peak of Success
Members of the top-ranked program, based in the Department of English in the College of Arts and Sciences, are celebrating a raft of honors, awards and new publications.
Syracuse Symposium Announces Yearlong Theme of ‘Belonging’
The Syracuse University Humanities Center announces its lineup for the 2017-18 Syracuse Symposium, whose theme is “Belonging.” The popular series highlights innovative, interdisciplinary work in the humanities by renowned scholars, artists, authors and performers. Fall guests include visual artist Suné Woods (Sept. 13-16);…
University Welcomes 90 New Full-time Faculty for 2017-18
Syracuse University has hired 90 new full-time faculty members for 2017-18. The additions include tenure and tenure-track professors as well as non-tenure-track faculty including teaching professors and professors of practice. “Our newest faculty colleagues are talented and accomplished scholars and…
The White House And Congress Are Passing DACA Around Like It Is A Political Hot Potato
Elizabeth Cohen, associate professor of political science at Syracuse University’s Maxwell School and a researcher of immigration and citizenship, offered remarks ahead of the impending announcement that the Trump administration plans to phase out the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals…
Alumni Dan and Kathy Mezzalingua Support University, Student Scholars through $5.25 Million Gift
University Trustee Dan Mezzalingua ’60 and his wife, Kathy G’62, are generously supporting future generations of high-achieving students at Syracuse University through a $5.25 million gift for undergraduate financial aid. Their support is directed to the Invest Syracuse Initiative, a $40…
Diversity and Inclusion Strengthened at Syracuse University During Past Year, Important Work Continues
Last week, new and returning students arrived on campus to kick off the 2017-18 academic year. As they settle in, they, along with the entire campus community, will notice expanded and new initiatives aimed at enhancing diversity and inclusion campuswide.