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Campus & Community

‘A Peace of My Mind’ Exhibition to Spark Conversation on Peace, Common Good

Tuesday, September 4, 2018, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

In 2009, award-winning  photographer John Noltner set out on the road looking for an answer to one question. Over the next three years, he traveled 40,000 miles, through 46 states across the country, asking people from diverse backgrounds and experiences…

Campus & Community

University Lectures Launches 18th Season with Authors George Saunders and Margaret Atwood, Artist Robert Shetterly

Thursday, August 30, 2018, By Kevin Morrow

This fall, the University Lectures series welcomes distinguished authors George Saunders (“Lincoln in the Bardo,” “Tenth of December”) and Margaret Atwood (“The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Alias Grace”) and—in collaboration with the Tanner Lecture Series on Ethics, Citizenship, and Public Responsibility—accomplished portrait…

Campus & Community

Syracuse Welcome in Photos 2018

Wednesday, August 29, 2018, By Kathleen Haley

New Syracuse University students enjoyed a variety of activities and new experiences, all while making new friends and getting to know campus, as part of Syracuse Welcome 2018. Here’s a look at some of the fun.

STEM

Chemists Develop Tools to Reduce Pesticide Impact

Monday, August 27, 2018, By Rob Enslin

Researchers in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) have developed tools to break down pesticides in the environment. Ivan Korendovych, associate professor of chemistry, is the recipient of a $107,000 grant award from CRDF Global, supporting the study of…

Campus & Community

Syracuse University Exceeds $150 Million Fundraising Goal, Broadens Donor Support and Experiences Significant Boost in $1 Million Gifts

Monday, August 27, 2018, By News Staff

Syracuse University has achieved and exceeded its ambitious fundraising goal for the 2018 fiscal year, spurred in part by the excitement, energy and commitment generated by the Invest Syracuse campaign to fund the academic strategic plan and support student success….

Campus & Community

Syracuse University Welcomes ‘Daily Show’ Host, Author Trevor Noah for 2019 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Thursday, August 23, 2018, By Kevin Morrow

Noah’s book, “Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood,” is assigned reading for all incoming SU students  Comedian and author Trevor Noah, host of the Emmy- and Peabody Award-winning “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central, will visit Syracuse…

Campus & Community

Incoming Class Distinguished by Highest Average SAT Score in Institution’s History, Significant Spike in Applications Leads to One of the Most Academically Competitive Classes to Date

Thursday, August 23, 2018, By News Staff

This week, Syracuse University welcomes one of the most academically competitive classes it has recruited in the institution’s history. That’s evidenced by a 17-point jump in the average SAT score—from 1254 last year to 1271 this year. Additionally, the University…

Business & Economy

Phishing Attacks: Everything Old is New Again

Wednesday, August 22, 2018, By Daryl Lovell

This week, Microsoft announced it had been successful in stopping attempted cyber-attacks by Russian hackers that were trying to steal data from U.S. political groups. The company believes the attacks were likely the start of a “spear phishing” campaign that…

Veterans

Syracuse University Office of Veteran and Military Affairs Announces Inaugural Advisory Board

Tuesday, August 21, 2018, By Leah Lazarz

As part of the University’s enduring commitment to be the nation’s premier institute of higher education for veterans and military-connected students, Syracuse University’s Office of Veterans and Military Affairs (OVMA) has announced the membership of its inaugural advisory board. Composed…

Syracuse Views Summer 2018

Monday, August 20, 2018, By Kathleen Haley

What catches your eye on the Syracuse University campus—a beautiful shot of campus, a cool project or time spent on the Shaw Quad? Take a photo and share it with us. We select photos from a variety of sources. Submit…