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Finding the Beat, Finding the Story: Researching Music Education
Where is hip-hop in school music education, asks David Knapp? Music education should stress the vernacular—that is, reflect the music language of students—says Knapp, assistant professor of music education in the School of Education and the Setnor School of Music…
Shelley Crawford in the Dean of Students Office Helps Guide Students with Caring and Commitment to Their Success
Two years as a mentor to nine Posse Scholars from Miami had a profound and lasting impact on Shelley Crawford. Crawford ’13 was assistant director of special programs with the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Programs in 2014 when…
How to Navigate Difficult Conversations at Home and at Work
University Ombuds Neal Powless has a quote on his office wall that captures his experience: “Conflict is not a sign of failure; conflict is an opportunity to learn more about ourselves and those that we work with.” In his role,…
New Ways to Make Monday a Fresh Start
If it’s Monday, it’s another new opportunity to improve your life—or someone else’s. And it comes around 52 times a year. That’s how Mary Kate Lee views the health, wellness and lifestyle challenges facing her Syracuse University community. As program…
Four Ways to Healthier (and Allergen-Friendly) Holiday Baking
Here are some ways you can lighten up (and shake up) your favorite holiday treats: Skip the Egg The primary role of eggs when it comes to cookies and other baked goods is acting as a binder, thanks to their…
Gerri ‘Babydoll’ Williams Celebrates 50 Years at Syracuse University
This past October, Gerri Williams celebrated a milestone that most employees—in any job, with any organization—only dream of attaining: her 50th anniversary with Syracuse University. Williams began her career with Food Services in 1969. She worked in Washington Arms, Haven…
Newhouse NYC Event Explores Diversity and Inclusion in Media
Around 60 students and alumni gathered at the Fisher Center in midtown Manhattan last month for a panel discussion hosted by Newhouse NYC, the Newhouse School’s satellite campus program. The discussion, “Diversity in Media,” was moderated by Ana Ceppi ’86, senior vice…
Nominations for 2020 Unsung Heroes Due Dec. 20
The 35th Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee invites the University community to nominate an Unsung Hero. All Unsung Hero nominations are due Friday, Dec. 20, at 5 p.m. The MLK Celebration is a night of dynamic entertainment and inspirational…
Students Create #OneCuse Social Media Campaign to Unify University Community
“I must continue to do my part and make it clear that any racist rhetoric is unacceptable.” “It is up to us to unite and fill this campus with love instead of hate.” “Protect each other and stand together.” These…
Students Raise Service Dogs in Training as Part of Their Life on Campus
You may have noticed “Princeton” and “Waltham” around campus this fall: attending classes, hanging out on the Shaw Quad, living on South Campus and making new friends. These two friendly faces aren’t here for the academics but a different type…