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‘You Have Arrived!’ Commencement Speaker Donna E. Shalala G’70, H’87 Encourages Class of 2023 to ‘Never Play It Safe’ (Video)
As a graduate student in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Donna E. Shalala G’70, H’87 was no stranger to protesting whenever she thought an injustice was occurring. It was all part of Shalala’s plan to never…
Student Speaker Chelsea D. Brown ’23 Addresses Fellow Graduates at Commencement 2023 (Video)
As the student speaker at Commencement 2023, Chelsea D. Brown ’23 shared a video looking back on the past four years of growth and transformation and an emotional speech reflecting on the loss of her mother during her first year…
Scruggs Takes Helm, 3 New Members Elected to University’s Board of Trustees
As Jeff Scruggs assumes his new role as chair of the Board of Trustees, Syracuse University also announces the election of three new trustees. The new members are all highly engaged alumni of the University: Peter Gianesini Jr. ’94, Richard…
Syracuse University Ambulance Marks 50 Years of Service to Campus Community and Imparting Lifelong Lessons to Its Members
In the fall of 1973, a medical crisis unit staffed by students was established at Syracuse University to provide first aid at campus events, particularly in Archbold Stadium. The new unit was supported by University administrators, including Dr. Vincent Lamparella,…
Building a Fossil Fuel Free Future
Expert: Electrification Is the Key to a Sustainable Future for Buildings If you’ve been on the market for a new home, properties with a natural gas-powered stove were probably promoted as especially valuable. How Americans heat and cook in their…
Lori Brown, Christopher DeCorse Named Distinguished Professors
The Syracuse University Board of Trustees has approved two new Distinguished Professors. Lori Brown, professor in the School of Architecture, and Christopher DeCorse, professor and chair of anthropology in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, have been recognized…
How an Imam and Rabbi Impact a University Campus Through Friendship
In March, two of the University’s religious leaders unlocked the potential of a funding grant, engaged their respective students and built understanding around their distinctive religions. It started when colleagues and friends Imam Amir Durić and Rabbi Ethan Bair had…
Prioritizing the Well-Being of Horses
As Jay Busbee wrote, “Horse racing is in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons, again.” Seven horses died ahead of this year’s Kentucky Derby. Many will be upset about this for a short time after, but then it may…
Annual Research Festival Showcases Impressive A&S Undergraduate Work
On April 21, the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) hosted its annual Undergraduate Research Festival in the Milton Atrium of the Life Sciences Complex. Throughout the day, well over 100 undergraduate students presented their findings to fellow peers, faculty,…
New Scholarship for Military-Connected Students Tackles Barriers to Studying Abroad
Spending a semester abroad can be a formative experience for college students, both traditional and non-traditional students alike, but military-connected students are often unable to enjoy the experience of studying abroad due to limitations with the G.I. Bill. However, thanks…