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Statement from Chancellor Kent Syverud on the Passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Saturday, September 19, 2020, By News Staff

Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud, who early in his career served as a Supreme Court law clerk, offers thoughts on the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg: “Justice Ginsburg was among the most impactful lawyers and judges of our time….

Media, Law & Policy

TikTok, WeChat News Raises Concerns About Privacy Limitations

Friday, September 18, 2020, By Daryl Lovell

As of Sunday, Americans will no longer be able to find the Chinese-owned apps WeChat and TikTok in their smart device’s app stores. The U.S. Commerce Department cited national security concerns as the reason. Shubha Ghosh is the Crandall Melvin…

Health & Society

Maxwell Sociologists Examine Grandparenting Children With Disabilities

Thursday, September 17, 2020, By News Staff

In their new book, “Grandparenting Children with Disabilities” (Springer Publishing, 2020), professors Madonna Harrington Meyer of the Maxwell School and alumna Ynesse Abdul-Malak ’13 (M.A., sociology), Ph.D. ’17 (sociology) of Colgate University explore the complex dynamics of how U.S. grandparents,…

Health & Society

Eboo Patel Is the Next Guest of Hendricks Chapel Conversation Series

Thursday, September 17, 2020, By Delaney Van Wey

Eboo Patel, president and founder of Interfaith Youth Core, is the next guest for “Matters that Matter: A Conversation Series from Hendricks Chapel.” Patel will join Hendricks Chapel Dean Brian Konkol for a virtual conversation on Tuesday, Sept. 22, at…

Campus & Community

Libraries Hosting Qualtrics Webinar Workshops

Thursday, September 17, 2020, By Cristina Hatem

Syracuse University Libraries is hosting its annual Qualtrics webinar workshops on Tuesdays from 3 to 4 p.m. beginning Oct. 6 and running through Nov. 17, 2020. The seven webinar workshops will provide participants with information on using the University’s online…

Dashboard Update, New State Dashboard and Important Reminders

Wednesday, September 16, 2020, By News Staff

Dear Students, Faculty, Staff and Families: Over the last several days, Syracuse University has administered nearly 15,000 COVID-19 tests across campus, and we will continue testing students through Friday as part of our second round of on-campus surveillance. I’m pleased…

Veterans

Ten People on Campus Helping Student Veterans Succeed

Tuesday, September 15, 2020, By News Staff

For new and returning student veterans alike, learning about all the resources available as a student veteran here at Syracuse University (and online) can seem overwhelming. But all across campus, there are people here to help, available any time to…

Business & Economy

LaunchPad Accepting Applications for Fall 2020 Competitions

Tuesday, September 15, 2020, By Cristina Hatem

Syracuse University Libraries’ Blackstone LaunchPad and Techstars is now accepting online applications for fall 2020 competitions. The universal application for the three competitions, with more than $25,000 in prizes, is for innovative or creative solutions to address problems or opportunities….

Arts & Culture

Syracuse Stage Announces Revised and Re-Envisioned 2020-21 Season

Tuesday, September 15, 2020, By Joanna Penalva

Syracuse Stage announced today plans for adjustments to the 2020-21 season in order to address the continuing impact of the COVID-19 virus. Three previously announced plays will be replaced in the six-show season. The Cold Read Festival of New Plays…

Campus & Community

Hendricks Chapel Welcomes Yale University Chaplain to Conversation Series

Monday, September 14, 2020, By Delaney Van Wey

Sharon M. K. Kugler, chaplain of Yale University, is the next guest for “Matters that Matter: A Conversation Series from Hendricks Chapel.” Kugler will join Hendricks Chapel Dean Brian Konkol for a virtual conversation on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 7…