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Scientists Link Marine Dead Zone to Carbon Cycle, Climate Change

Thursday, October 18, 2018, By Renée Gearhart Levy

Associate Professor Zunli Lu says tropical Pacific played major role in absorbing Earth’s atmospheric carbon dioxide during last ice age Scientists have long known that atmospheric carbon dioxide is closely linked to climate change. Studying ice age cycles, carbon dioxide…

Arts & Culture

Syracuse University Celebrates Halloween with Public Reading of ‘Frankenstein’

Thursday, October 18, 2018, By Rob Enslin

A&S joins worldwide commemoration of 200th anniversary of Mary Shelley classic The College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) lauds the 200th anniversary of the publication of Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” with a daylong reading of the entire novel. On Wednesday, Oct….

Campus & Community

Meet the 2018 Homecoming Court

Wednesday, October 17, 2018, By Joyce LaLonde

A longstanding University tradition, the Homecoming Court is composed of seniors who represent Orange spirit in their academic, co-curricular and community involvement. Campus community members with a valid NetID can cast their vote for the Orange Central Homecoming king and…

Campus & Community

Mission Details Released for Boost the ’Cuse II

Wednesday, October 17, 2018, By Kara St. John Tompkins

Exactly one year ago today, on Oct. 17, 2017, Otto launched his first mission—Boost the ’Cuse, Syracuse University’s first-ever day of giving. With a goal of inspiring 1,870 donors to support SU in one day, Otto knew he needed to…

Arts & Culture

Best-Selling Author George Saunders Speaking for the University Lectures Thursday Evening

Wednesday, October 17, 2018, By Kevin Morrow

George Saunders G’88, best-selling author (“Lincoln in the Bardo,” “Tenth of December”) and professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S), launches the 18th season of the University Lectures season on Thursday, Oct. 18, at 7:30 p.m….

Media, Law & Policy

Suzanne Lysak Named Fulbright Specialist

Tuesday, October 16, 2018, By Wendy S. Loughlin

Newhouse faculty member Suzanne Lysak has been chosen to participate in the Fulbright Specialist Program. The program sends U.S. faculty and professionals to serve as expert consultants on curriculum, faculty development, institutional planning and related subjects at academic institutions abroad…

STEM

Peter H. Zaehringer Named Deputy Director of CASE

Monday, October 15, 2018, By Matt Wheeler

The Center for Advanced Systems and Engineering (CASE) has announced the hiring of Peter H. Zaehringer as deputy director. In this role, Zaehringer will contribute to the center’s strategic plan, oversee the implementation of goals and provide leadership and management…

Arts & Culture

‘still/here’ Screening and Q&A with Award-Winning Experimental Filmmaker Christopher Harris

Friday, October 12, 2018, By Cjala Surratt

Light Work’s Urban Video Project announces the exhibition “Christopher Harris: Extended Forecast” by the award-winning filmmaker. This will be on view at Light Work UVP’s outdoor projection site on the north facade of the Everson Museum of Art at 401…

STEM

The Untapped Power of Fuel Cells

Friday, October 12, 2018, By Matt Wheeler

In recent years, renewable energy has been on the rise in the United States. Still, the overwhelming majority of our energy comes from fossil fuels. And, renewable energy needs to overcome significant limitations and obstacles to contribute a greater share…

Campus & Community

Chancellor Syverud Addresses Oct. 10 University Senate Meeting

Friday, October 12, 2018, By News Staff

Chancellor Kent Syverud discussed shared governance and the comprehensive review of Greek Life at the Oct. 10 University Senate meeting.  He recognized the Institute for Veterans and Military Families as it celebrates 100,000 individuals served and gave an update on…