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Modern Mythology: Fifty Years Later, JFK Still Resonates
It was sunny that day in June of 1957 when John F. Kennedy came to Syracuse University. He was the junior senator from Massachusetts, but he was already eying the presidency, and already testing the rhetoric—a call to public service, an appeal to young people—that would later mark his administration.
Q&A: Kelly Lux Talks about Using Electronics on Planes
Kelly Lux, director of social media at the School of Information Studies (iSchool), answered some questions about the recent change in Federal Aviation Administration rules regarding the use of electronic devices by airplane passengers. Passengers are now allowed to use…
Climate Change Garden Mixes the Future with the Present
Scientists expect Central New York’s climate to more closely resemble that of South Carolina by the end of this century, and ecologists have long warned that our local forests of sugar maple and basswood may gradually change to the drier oak-hickory forests of the U.S. South and Midwest.
‘Grow Your Business’ to Educate Small Business Owners
The South Side Innovation Center (SSIC) will host the Grow Your Business Boot Camp and Business Expo, funded by Sam’s Club Giving Program. The event will take place Dec. 7 from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at the SSIC. The Grow Your Business…
Seniors Can Apply to Be Engagement Scholars
Undergraduate students graduating in December 2013 or May 2014 can apply to be Imagining America Engagement Scholars or Entrepreneurship Engagement Scholars. The yearlong program supports recent graduates with a strong academic record to become civic-minded professionals or entrepreneurs in Central New…
‘A Christmas Carol’ Returns to Syracuse Stage
The beloved family classic returns to Central New York after a seven-year absence in an adaptation new to Syracuse audiences. “A Christmas Carol” follows the story of Ebenezer Scrooge’s fateful Christmas Eve journey from an embittered, ungenerous creature into a…
‘SUtura’ Features Work of VPA International Graduate Students
International graduate students in the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) are presenting the exhibition “SUtura” through Jan. 15 at XL Projects, 307–313 S. Clinton St., Syracuse. The show is free and open to the public. A reception will…
Thwarting a Devastating Disease
Assistant Professor David Larsen saw the damaging effects of the lack of health care and clean water in the favelas of Belem, Brazil, while working among the people ten years ago. Impacted by the work, he now conducts research to halt the impact of deadly—yet preventable—infectious diseases.
Reimagining the Best Environment for a Legal Education
As Dineen Hall rises on West Campus, the College of Law prepares for the opportunities that will soon be realized in its new centered and connected home.
Connective Corridor Garners APWA Award
The Connective Corridor has been selected by the American Public Works Association (APWA) New York Chapter as the 2013 Transportation Project of the Year. The award will be presented Nov. 14 at APWA’s annual meeting hosted by the Central New York branch.