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Civility in the Digital Space Proves Difficult

Tuesday, November 20, 2018, By Sean Dorcellus

Whitney Phillips, assistant professor in the Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies at the College of Visual and Performing Arts, co-authored an op-ed published by Motherboard entitled, “The Internet Doesn’t Need Civility, It Needs Ethics.” Professor Phillips was also interviewed on…

Campus & Community

53 New Faculty Positions Approved as Part of Cluster Hires Initiative

Wednesday, November 14, 2018, By News Staff

Syracuse University has approved the creation of seven multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary themes for the first round of its Cluster Hires Initiative, along with funding for 53 faculty positions. Academic cluster creation and cluster hires are an effective approach to strengthening…

Campus & Community

South Asia Center Awarded $1.4 Million for Language Instruction, Faculty Research, Public Outreach

Thursday, November 8, 2018, By Rob Enslin

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded the South Asia Center (SAC) in the Daniel Patrick Moynihan Institute of Global Affairs nearly $1.4 million in Title VI language and area studies funding. The four-year award will support the creation of…

Campus & Community

Faculty Nominees Sought for Seinfeld Scholar Award

Tuesday, November 6, 2018, By News Staff

The Office of the Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs is inviting nominations for the Seinfeld Scholar Award, established in 2004 with a gift from Judith Greenberg Seinfeld ’56 to recognize passion for excellence, creativity and originality in academic or artistic…

Campus & Community

Free Tickets Available for Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day at Tuesday’s Women’s Basketball Game

Monday, November 5, 2018, By News Staff

Tuesday, Nov. 6, is Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day for Syracuse University women’s basketball. The Orange takes on North Dakota at 3 p.m. in the Carrier Dome in the team’s home opener. Individuals who show their SUID will receive one…

Arts & Culture

Random Access Gallery to Present Sculptures by Braxton Congrove

Wednesday, October 31, 2018, By Erica Blust

Random Access Gallery will present “Soft Items,” a solo exhibition of sculptures by Braxton Congrove, Nov. 2-9 in 117 Smith Hall. An opening reception will be held Friday, Nov. 2, from 5-8 p.m. The exhibition is free and open to…

Campus & Community

Disability Cultural Center to Host Annual Open House Friday, Oct. 19

Thursday, October 18, 2018, By News Staff

The Disability Cultural Center (DCC) will host its annual Open House Friday, Oct. 19, from 1 to 5 p.m. at 230 Schine Student Center. The event will conclude with a gathering to watch and discuss “Hannah Gadsby: Nanette,” which is…

Campus & Community

Faculty/Staff Registration Open for ‘Why Sleep is So Important’ Webinar

Monday, October 15, 2018, By News Staff

Quality, restful sleep—and getting enough of it at the right times—is essential to one’s health and well-being. However, surveys conducted by the National Sleep Foundation reveal that 60 percent of American adults report having sleep problems a few nights a…

Campus & Community

Upcoming WorkLife Workshops for Faculty and Staff

Thursday, October 11, 2018, By News Staff

In a world where children are “growing up digital,” it can be challenging to find a healthy balance when setting limits for family screen time, whether it’s TV or other electronics. An upcoming 30-minute workshop—Limiting Electronics and TV Time, Digital…

Campus & Community

Inclusive Teaching Strategies Focus of Faculty Charrette

Wednesday, October 10, 2018, By News Staff

Natasha Jankowski of the National Center for Learning Outcomes Assessment will be on campus Thursday, Nov. 8, to facilitate an assignment charrette focused on incorporating inclusive teaching strategies. The interactive workshop will be held at the Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel…