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COVID-19 Conspiracy Theories Taking a Toll on Healthcare Professionals
Whitney Phillips, assistant professor in the Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was quoted in the NBC News story “Doctors are fed up with conspiracies ravaging ERs” and interviewed about “Covid Conspiracies”…
Southeast ADA Center Launches Disability and COVID-19 Portal
The Southeast ADA Center (SEADA), a project of the Burton Blatt Institute and a member of the ADA National Network, has launched the Disability and COVID-19 Portal. The portal, in development since mid-March, began as a way for the SEADA…
Food Services Honored for Best University Food Allergy Training Program
Syracuse University Food Services has received the award for 2020 Best Overall Food Allergy Training for Universities from AllerTrain by MenuTrinfo LLC. The AllerTrain team recognized outstanding food service leaders in allergy training and safety by selecting winners from universities…
Professor of Human Diversity Class Creates Trustworthy Environment for Students to Learn Empathy
In a world where embracing differences and understanding diversity is more important than ever before, Professor Xiafei Wang wants students to embrace others’ differences and take a stance on social justice. But her first goal for students is to gain…
Important Update Regarding Fall 2020 Planning from Interim Provost John Liu
Dear Faculty Colleagues: Now that the 2019-20 academic year has come to a close, I want to extend my deep appreciation for your tremendous resilience and leadership this spring. I am especially grateful for your ongoing support of our students…
Grounds Crews Bring Spring to Life on Campus
As spring weather begins to slowly take hold in Central New York, members of the Facilities Services’ grounds crews are working to bring the landscaping of the Syracuse University campus to life. The crews have been busy with their normal…
Syracuse University Announces Historic Commitment to Financial Aid; 2020-21 Tuition and Fee Rates; and New, Expanded Opportunities for Financial Support
Syracuse University’s 2020-21 budget includes a substantial increase in student financial aid, reaching a historic level of $300 million. That financial commitment, which represents a 7 percent increase over the previous fiscal year, will ensure the doors of opportunity are…
Board of Trustees Welcomes Diverse Voices Representing Campus Community
The Syracuse University Board of Trustees welcomes two new undergraduate student representatives to the board for the upcoming academic year: Student Association President Justine Hastings ’21, a dual major in English and secondary English education, and Patrick F. Penfield ’21,…
Three New Members Elected to Syracuse University’s Board of Trustees
Syracuse University has announced the election of three new members to its Board of Trustees, all of whom are alumni of the University. The new members are Christine A. Carona ’85, Vincent H. Cohen Jr. ’92, L’95 and Raj-Ann Rekhi…
Developing a Drug to Fight Diabetes and Obesity in Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of supporting the nation’s veterans, dating back to 1944.Then-Chancellor William P. Tolley helped draft the G.I. Bill, instrumental in helping millions of veterans through the years pursue an education or training. In 1946, Chancellor…