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‘I Want to Specifically Thank All the Graduates’: Chancellor Kent Syverud Speaks to the Class of 2023 (Video)
Syracuse University Chancellor and President Kent Syverud addressed the Class of 2023 during Commencement exercises Sunday, May 14, at the JMA Wireless Dome. Chancellor Syverud noted the efforts of students during the challenges of the pandemic. “I don’t think there…
‘You Represent the Best of Us!’: President Joseph R. Biden Jr. L’68 Delivers Surprise Remarks to Class of 2023 (Video)
As a surprise to the 6,160 Syracuse University graduates who gathered with their family members and friends for Sunday morning’s Commencement ceremony, a special guest delivered some words of wisdom to the Class of 2023. Projected onto the massive videoboard…
‘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…
Madonna Harrington Meyer, J. Michael Haynie Reappointed as University Professors
In recognition of exceptional scholarship and innovative academic and professional activities, Madonna Harrington Meyer and J. Michael Haynie have been reappointed to four-year terms as University Professors, one of the highest honors the University bestows on faculty members. In making…
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…
Expanding Summer Research Opportunities Through SU-STAR Program
When it comes to STEM research, diversity is key. Studies have shown that a STEM workforce representative of the United States population, which brings together expertise from individuals with unique lived experiences and understandings of the world, results in enhanced…
Blackstone LaunchPad Welcomes Graduating Seniors to Founders Circle
Syracuse University Libraries’ Blackstone LaunchPad welcomed 33 graduating seniors as new members of the Founders Circle on May 5 at a reception in Bird Library. They were selected in recognition of launching or leading ventures at Syracuse University while students,…
Office of Research and College of Law Partner to Advance Technology Transfer; College of Law Appoints New Professor of Practice
The Office of Research and the College of Law have entered a partnership to combine the Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) and the Innovation Law Center (ILC) to advance the University’s goals in invention, innovation and industry partnerships. This joint…
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,…