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Building Local Profile: GL Imprinting

Wednesday, March 24, 2021, By Jennifer DeMarchi

Syracuse University’s Building Local initiative, launched in May 2019, sought to expand participation of Central New York businesses—including those owned by women, minorities, veterans and others (referred to collectively as XBEs)—in University purchasing decisions. Since the launch of the initiative,…

Campus & Community

‘ADA Live!’ Focuses on Protection and Advocacy Systems for People With Disabilities

Sunday, February 28, 2021, By News Staff

The next “ADA Live!” podcast on Wednesday, March 3, will feature Curt Decker, founder and executive director of the National Disability Rights Network (NDRN). Decker will discuss the history of the Protection and Advocacy (P&A) System, some important legislation they…

The San Diego Union-Tribune

“New Oregon law decriminalizing drugs seen as a step in the right direction by advocates on reform.”

Sunday, February 21, 2021, By Lily Datz

Dessa Bergen-Cico, associate professor of public health in Falk College, was quoted in The San Diego Union-Tribune piece “New Oregon law decriminalizing drugs seen as a step in the right direction by advocates on reform.” Bergen-Cico, an expert on mental…

CTV News (Canada)

“Advocates worry as most disabled people left off vaccine priority list.”

Wednesday, February 17, 2021, By Lily Datz

Scott Landes, associate professor of sociology in the Maxwell School, was interviewed by CTV News (Canada) for the story “Advocates worry as most disabled people left off vaccine priority list.” Landes, who has researched the impact of COVID 19 on…

NBC

“Did Illinois get bail reform right? Criminal justice advocates are optimistic.”

Monday, February 15, 2021, By Lily Datz

Lauryn Gouldin, Crandall Melvin Associate Professor Law and director of the Syracuse Civics Initiative in the College of Law, was quoted by NBC for the story “Did Illinois get bail reform right? Criminal justice advocates are optimistic.” Gouldin, an expert…

Chicago Tribune

“‘These delays are lethal.’ Advocated urge Illinois to get more pharmacies involved in vaccinating residents at assisted living sites.”

Friday, January 29, 2021, By Lily Datz

Nina Kohn, the David M. Levy Professor of Law and faculty director of online education in the College of Law, was quoted in the Chicago Tribune story “‘These delays are lethal.’ Advocated urge Illinois to get more pharmacies involved in…

Health & Society

Health Promotion Advocate and Alumnus Sidney Lerner ’53 Remembered

Tuesday, January 26, 2021, By News Staff

Sidney “Sid” Lerner ‘53, alumnus of Syracuse University and benefactor of the Maxwell School’s Lerner Center for Public Health Promotion, has passed away. During his career, the legendary advertising executive represented such well-known brands as Maxwell House and Texaco, and…

Campus & Community

Important Update: Spring 2021 Pre-Arrival Testing and Quarantine Requirements (Students from all states non-contiguous to New York State and international locations)

Thursday, January 14, 2021, By News Staff

Dear Students and Families: We are writing as a follow-up to yesterday’s return to campus message, to provide detailed guidance concerning the pre-arrival testing requirements and quarantine procedures. Important: The New York State Department of Health policy regarding travel, testing…

Campus & Community

Please Review: Spring 2021 Check-In Procedures for Syracuse University Students (Students from all states non-contiguous to New York State and international locations)

Wednesday, January 13, 2021, By News Staff

Dear Students and Families: We look forward to welcoming you back to Syracuse in just a few weeks. As you plan your return to campus, please carefully review the enclosed check-in procedures that are based on the most current public…

Campus & Community

Building Local Initiative Leads to New Partnerships With Local Businesses

Thursday, December 10, 2020, By Jennifer DeMarchi

The University’s Building Local initiative, launched in May 2019, sought to expand participation of local business enterprises—including those owned by women, minorities, veterans and others (referred to collectively as XBEs)—in University purchasing decisions. Since the launch of the initiative, several…