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Spring 2013 Academic and Administrative Buildings Evacuation Drills

Tuesday, April 9, 2013, By News Staff

The Environmental Health and Safety Services Office (EHSS) will conduct the spring 2013 evacuation drills in academic and administrative buildings from April 22 through April 26. The building drills will be conducted in the morning between 9:30-11:30 a.m. or in…

Initial MOOC Offering Results in Positive Participation Outcomes

Monday, April 8, 2013, By Diane Stirling

The first open online course offered at Syracuse University has concluded with positive outcomes for its host, the School of Information Studies (iSchool), and for its hundreds of student participants. In addition, the excitement generated by the February trial is…

Lutheran Campus Ministry presents ‘Laugh in Peace Comedy Tour’ April 19

Friday, March 29, 2013, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

The Lutheran Campus Ministry at Syracuse University’s Hendricks Chapel will present a Stand-Up Comedy Night as part of the nationally acclaimed “Laugh in Peace Comedy Tour” on Friday, April 19. It will be the signature event of the 100th anniversary…

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Paul Matsuda: Reimagining Student Writers in the Global U.S. Higher Education

Thursday, March 28, 2013, By News Staff

Professor of English and Director of Second Language Writing, Arizona State University Thursday, April 4 3:30 p.m. 500 Hall of Languages U.S. higher education is not what it used to be. In the age of globalization, students transcend national boundaries,…

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University Wellness Initiative Announces Free Healthy Cooking Class for Faculty and Staff

Monday, March 18, 2013, By News Staff

Looking for helpful tips on how to cook healthy and tasty appetizers for your family and friends?  Interested in being more mindful with your menu choices and preparation?  Join Chef Mary Kiernan on Monday, April 15, for a mindful cooking…

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Video: Imagining America Call to Action

Tuesday, March 12, 2013, By Keith Kobland

Kevin Bott from Imagining America is calling on participants to sign up for the Imagining America national conference, which takes place in Syracuse in October. This video provides more information on the groups and individuals being urged to take part.

Huffington Post Exclusive Features Cold Case Justice Initiative

Friday, March 8, 2013, By Keith Kobland

The death of a U.S. military policeman trying to make it home to see his pregnant wife is gaining newfound attention 50 years after his death. Cpl. Roman Ducksworth was shot to death by police officer William Kelly after Ducksworth…

PepsiCo Dream Machine® Recycling Initiative Presents $500,000 to Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans with Disabilities

Thursday, March 7, 2013, By News Staff

PepsiCo Inc., in association with its Dream Machine® Recycling Initiative, has presented a $500,000 donation to the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans with Disabilities (EBV) founded at Syracuse University and operated by the Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), which…

Recent Can It! Initiative Proceeds Will Provide 7,656 Meals in Upstate New York

Wednesday, March 6, 2013, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Syracuse Orange fans not only showed their team spirit at the Syracuse vs. Georgetown men’s basketball game in the Carrier Dome on Feb. 23, they showed their generous spirit as well. Fans at the game—and students in the days preceding—came…

Guns and America: Joining the Conversation Is Feb. 19 in Hendricks Chapel

Thursday, February 14, 2013, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Recent tragedies involving gun violence are causing communities across America to engage in dialogue regarding our culture, especially issues such as promoting public and personal safety, preserving individual rights and providing high-quality mental health care.