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Student Inventors Develop New Way to Secure Wheelchairs in Moving Vehicles

Thursday, September 5, 2024, By Kwami Maranga

Former Syracuse University student Jim DaRin is one of many wheelchair users who rely on adapted vehicles to drive. These vehicles are equipped with a docking system designed to secure the wheelchairs in place while users focus on the road. However, even…

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‘Most Recent Cyberattacks on Water Systems Won’t Be the Last’ Says iSchool Cybersecurity Expert

Wednesday, May 22, 2024, By Daryl Lovell

More government agencies are taking steps to shore up their cybersecurity measures. Earlier this week, the Environmental Protection Agency announced it would step up inspections of water facilities that may be vulnerable to cyberattacks. Why are government agencies more at…

Campus & Community

New Residence Hall Security Model to Begin in Fall 2024

Monday, May 20, 2024, By News Staff

Syracuse University today announced a new model for residence hall security that includes a strategic reallocation of public safety resources to enhance overall campus safety while providing appropriate coverage in many of the University’s most populated residence halls. Today’s announcement…

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IVMF Awarded $3.5M Grant From Google to Train Veterans, Military-Connected Spouses on Cybersecurity and AI

Friday, April 26, 2024, By John Boccacino

Syracuse University’s D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) received a $3.5 million grant from Google to help train our nation’s transitioning service members, veterans and military-connected spouses on cybersecurity and artificial intelligence topics. The funding, part of Google’s…

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Auxiliary Services Welcomes New Executive Chef for Campus Dining

Thursday, April 18, 2024, By Abby Haessig

A Syracuse native, Chef Ilana (Ih-lah-nah) Cahill’s culinary journey began at one of the city’s most iconic restaurants: Dinosaur BBQ. She spent nine years there, starting out as the hostess and working her way up through the ranks. When Cahill…

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Experts Say Data Privacy Executive Order Is Important for National Security

Thursday, March 7, 2024, By Christopher Munoz

President Joe Biden recently signed an executive order that aims to protect personal data. It allows federal agencies to regulate the transfer of data to “countries of concern.” The White House says the order focuses on genomic data, biometric data,…

Campus & Community

Search Committee to Identify Next Executive Director of the Syracuse University Art Museum Appointed

Wednesday, March 6, 2024, By Wendy S. Loughlin

Marcelle Haddix, associate provost for strategic initiatives, today announced the members of the search committee charged with identifying the next executive director of Syracuse University Art Museum. “We are seeking a skilled, experienced arts professional who will leverage the museum’s…

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Expert Discusses Unspecified National Security Threat

Thursday, February 15, 2024, By Vanessa Marquette

House Intelligence Committee Chair, Rep. Mike Turner, disclosed a serious national security threat to Congress, urging President Biden to declassify related information. The vague warning prompted calls for calm from lawmakers. One official suggested the threat involves Russian capabilities in…

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University Named a Fulbright Top Producing Institution for US Students for Second Consecutive Year

Tuesday, February 13, 2024, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has named Syracuse University a Fulbright Top Producing Institution for U.S. students. This recognition is given to the U.S. colleges and universities that received the highest number of applicants selected for the…

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Meet Executive Chef Richard Leonardo

Tuesday, January 16, 2024, By Keone Weigl

Auxiliary Services welcomes Richard “Rick” Leonardo as executive chef for Syracuse University Campus Dining. Leonardo’s culinary path began in his teenage years, when he worked at his family’s Central New York restaurant. He received his culinary degree from The French…