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Health & Society

‘The Subject is Sports’ Open to All

Thursday, September 26, 2013, By News Staff

Free massive open online course begins Oct. 14, explores historical, business perspectives of sport Sport is a business that entertains and inspires, bridging generations, time zones and cultures. In 2012, the sport industry in the United States alone was valued…

Campus & Community

Taking Shelter

Thursday, September 26, 2013, By Kathleen Haley

A wooden frame, a hammer and some nails, and cans of paint were basically all they had to work with. The basic of essentials to construct a humble abode.

STEM

Biologists Confirm Role of Sperm Competition in Formation of New Species

Thursday, September 26, 2013, By Rob Enslin

‘Current Biology’ article marks culmination of six years of research Biologists in Syracuse University’s College of Arts and Sciences have confirmed that reproductive isolation, a critical step in the formation of new species, can arise from diversifying sperm competition. Their…

Arts & Culture

Carrie Mae Weems Named MacArthur Fellow

Wednesday, September 25, 2013, By News Staff

Carrie Mae Weems, a two-time SU artist-in-residence (1988 Light Work Gallery and 2005-06 VPA), instructor and ongoing collaborator in SU engagement projects, has been named one of 24 MacArthur fellows for 2013. The fellowships “recognize 24 exceptionally creative individuals with…

Arts & Culture

Five Distinguished Alumni to Receive George Arents Award during Orange Central

Wednesday, September 25, 2013, By News Staff

Five distinguished Syracuse University alumni, representing excellence in the areas of the performing arts; art; fashion design; advertising, wellness and philanthropy; and literature will be honored with the George Arents Award during the University’s 2013 Orange Central celebration. Those who…

Campus & Community

SU in the News: Wednesday, September 25th

Wednesday, September 25, 2013, By Keith Kobland

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Campus & Community

‘Assessing Community Needs, Priorities and Trends’ at Sept. 26 TMR

Wednesday, September 25, 2013, By Eileen Jevis

The Sept. 26 session of Thursday Morning Roundtable will feature Frank Lazarski, president of the United Way. TMR meets from 8:15-9:15 a.m. at Drumlins, 800 Nottingham Rd. As president of the United Way of Central New York, Lazarski coordinates the…

Campus & Community

Last Call for Skating School Registration

Tuesday, September 24, 2013, By News Staff

Fall Skating School starts this Saturday at Tennity Ice Pavilion on South Campus. We offer classes for skaters of all ages and abilities. Please pre-register. Website: http://skate.syr.edu Contact Person: Jordan Peters 315-443-4273 jepete02@syr.edu

Campus & Community

Shack-A-Thon to Benefit Habitat for Humanity

Monday, September 23, 2013, By Kathleen Haley

Students will better understand the state of poverty housing in this country and abroad during the SU/ESF Habitat for Humanity chapter’s Shack-A-Thon event this week. Shack-A-Thon draws student organizations, along with sororities and fraternities, to construct and sponsor a shack…

Campus & Community

United Way 2013 Campaign Launches on Campus Oct. 8

Monday, September 23, 2013, By News Staff

Celebrating more than three decades of support for the United Way of Central New York, Syracuse University will launch its 2013 United Way campaign Oct. 8. Pledge cards will be distributed to all employees. Ushering in a new season of…