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Call for Proposals: Disability-Themed Comic Symposium: ‘Cripping’ the Comic Con 2014

Wednesday, January 22, 2014, By News Staff

Back again for its second year is the highly anticipated symposium “Cripping” the Comic Con. This year’s theme, “Take Away the Suit and What Are You?” provides participants with the opportunity to engage in a broad array of reflective discussions…

Arts & Culture

A Change in Weather

Tuesday, January 21, 2014, By Kathleen Haley

Artist and VPA Associate Professor Sam Van Aken was curious about the effects of weather on body and mind. So he is transforming the atmosphere inside the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute’s (MWPAI) Museum of Art in Utica—at least for a little while.

Campus & Community

Unsung Heroes Honored at SU’s MLK Celebration

Tuesday, January 21, 2014, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

The 2014 Martin Luther King Jr. Unsung Hero Awards were presented to four members of the Syracuse University and greater Syracuse communities during the University’s 29th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, “Pursuing the Dream: Against All Odds.” The event…

Arts & Culture

Two Alumni Garner Oscar Nominations

Thursday, January 16, 2014, By Cyndi Moritz

March 2, Oscar night, could have a distinctly Orange tint this year. Craig Borten ’87 and Chris Renaud ’89 have been nominated for Academy Awards for their work on two very different films that came out during 2013. Borten was…

Veterans

VISION Law Students Lead Webinar for Military Applicants

Wednesday, January 8, 2014, By Jaclyn D. Grosso

Members of the College of Law’s Office of Admissions & Financial Aid, along with current second- and third-year law students, recently hosted an interactive webinar for prospective military applicants to the college’s J.D. program. More than 20 veterans are currently…

STEM

SU Takes Part in Regional Efforts to Propel Drone Research

Friday, January 3, 2014, By Kathleen Haley

Central New York will soon be a hub for testing and research in the rapidly growing field of drone aircraft—and Syracuse University researchers will play a critical role in the advancement and implementation of unmanned aircraft systems.

Arts & Culture

Arts & Sciences, School of Education Offer Joint Degree in Spanish Education

Wednesday, December 18, 2013, By Rob Enslin

In response to the growing need for qualified language teachers, Syracuse University is offering a bachelor’s degree in Spanish education. The program meets the academic requirements for initial New York State certification to teach Spanish in grades 7-12. The B.A….

Campus & Community

Sport Management Club Holds Online Sports Auction

Wednesday, December 11, 2013, By Michele Barrett

The Sport Management Club, in collaboration with Steiner Sports Memorabilia, is holding an online auction of premium items through Jan. 6. Select the SU Food Bank Auction to view all the items available. Just in time for the holidays, this…

Campus & Community

Connective Corridor Featured at Greenbuild

Thursday, December 5, 2013, By News Staff

The Connective Corridor was featured at Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, held Nov. 20-22 in Philadelphia, as a civic engagement model for sustainable initiatives. Connective Corridor partners were selected to present an education session on the project for other communities from around the globe.

Arts & Culture

Seniors Can Apply to Be Engagement Scholars

Wednesday, November 20, 2013, By Jamie Haft

Undergraduate students graduating in December 2013 or May 2014 can apply to be Imagining America Engagement Scholars or Entrepreneurship Engagement Scholars. The yearlong program supports recent graduates with a strong academic record to become civic-minded professionals or entrepreneurs in Central New…