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Chancellor Syverud Addresses University Senate in April 22 Zoom Conference
The University Senate meeting on Wednesday, April 22, was held virtually. Chancellor Kent Syverud made brief remarks and referred senators to his written report, submitted in advance. Both his remarks and written report are included below. Chancellor’s Zoom remarks Good afternoon. I’m…
‘It’s High Time We Fought This Virus the American Way’
James E. Baker is a professor of law in the College of Law and director of the Institute for Security Policy and Law. In an op-ed piece for The New York Times, Baker writes that while President Trump has invoked…
Why Relationships Matter (Maybe Now More Than Ever)
The quality of our relationships is the single biggest predictor of our happiness—more so than business success, physical health, wealth, status or fame. While we may be in the unique position of either spending a bit too much time with…
‘Too Early to Celebrate Africa’s Low COVID-19 Case Numbers’
Jok Madut Jok is a professor of anthropology in the Maxwell School. Some global leaders have issued dire warnings about Africa’s impending COVID-19 crisis. However, at the same time they have downplayed the fact that the virus has not made significant impact…
A Legacy of Leadership: The Chancellors and Presidents of Syracuse University Digital Exhibition
As part of the continuing commemorations of Syracuse University’s sesquicentennial, Syracuse University Libraries’ Special Collections Research Center has released “A Legacy of Leadership: The Chancellors and Presidents of Syracuse University” digital exhibition. This online exhibition mirrors and expands upon the…
Writer, Professor, TV Host Melissa Harris-Perry Will Discuss Equity during Virtual Presentation April 24
American writer, professor and television host Melissa Harris-Perry will discuss her reflections on equity, especially during this time of a global pandemic, during a virtual presentation with the campus community on Friday, April 24, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Harris-Perry…
Five School of Architecture Alumni Elevated to AIA College of Fellows
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently elevated member-architects, including five School of Architecture alumni, to its prestigious College of Fellows. Yanel de Angel Salas (M.Arch ’99), Kenneth J. Jandura (B.Arch ’76), Vivian Lee (M.Arch ’95), Sara Lopergolo (B.Arch ’89)…
Chronicling the ‘Pause’ in Arts and Culture
It was the Friday before spring break, and Jim Shahin, associate professor of magazine, news and digital journalism in the Newhouse School, was driving from Syracuse to join his wife at their home in Washington, D.C. The call from his…
Class of 2020: Be Part of the LGBT Resource Center’s Lavender Graduation Video
Lavender Graduation is an annual gathering of faculty, staff, students and community members to celebrate and send off LGBTQAI+ members of the graduating class. While the traditional ceremony cannot be held in person this year, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and…
Celebrating University Writers with ‘Books in the Humanities’
Does staying home have you looking for some new reading material? The fifth annual Books in the Humanities celebration offers a virtual showcase of recent works from Syracuse University along with links to author pages and e-book versions where available….