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Second Edition of Disability Law and Policy Released for the Upcoming 34th Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act

Monday, June 10, 2024, By Celestia Ohrazda

Burton Blatt Institute Chairman and University Professor Peter Blanck’s 2nd edition of “Disability Law and Policy” was released in honor of the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). “Disability Law and Policy provides an overview of the…

Campus & Community

4 Days in Philly: Falk College Students Enjoy ‘Extraordinary Opportunity’ on Immersion Trip

Friday, June 7, 2024, By Margie Chetney

The city of Philadelphia is one of 12 cities that host teams in the “Big Four” major sports leagues in North America: the Phillies of Major League Baseball, the Eagles of the National Football League, the 76ers of the National…

Campus & Community

Maymester Study Abroad Program Allows Students to Explore Diverse South Korean Environment

Friday, June 7, 2024, By Diane Stirling

A group of students recently explored the city of Seoul, South Korea, to learn about the country’s historical and contemporary sites and to see how its unique culture and traditions have affected its natural and built environments. The two-week excursion…

Health & Society

Warehouse Display Honors Design Alumnus for Innovative Headwear, Protective Sports Equipment

Thursday, June 6, 2024, By News Staff

Witnessing a helmet-to-helmet collision sparked an idea for School of Design alumnus Bert Straus ’59, setting off a series of evolutions in headwear and protective sports equipment. Straus remembers watching the collision during a televised sports game. An image of…

Veterans

University to Launch Innovative Mental Health Program for Student Veterans

Thursday, May 30, 2024, By Charlie Poag

In recognition of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, the University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) is pleased to announce the launch of the OVMA Resiliency Program (ORP) in partnership with Falk College and Hendricks Chapel. The ORP…

Campus & Community

‘Syracuse Statement’ Working Group Completes Work, Endorses and Delivers Final Statement

Wednesday, May 29, 2024, By News Staff

Syracuse University today announced that the working group charged with drafting and delivering the “Syracuse Statement” has completed its work. Following four months of engagement, which included nine forums and an all-campus survey, the working group has unanimously endorsed, signed…

Arts & Culture

‘Syracuse University Winter’ Inspires June Giving

Friday, May 24, 2024, By Shaina M. Hill

On a winter day 25 years ago, Paul Parpard G’94, then a professor in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, observed the view from his office in Lyman Hall on campus. From his window he could see the snow-covered…

Media Tip Sheets

‘Most Recent Cyberattacks on Water Systems Won’t Be the Last’ Says iSchool Cybersecurity Expert

Wednesday, May 22, 2024, By Daryl Lovell

More government agencies are taking steps to shore up their cybersecurity measures. Earlier this week, the Environmental Protection Agency announced it would step up inspections of water facilities that may be vulnerable to cyberattacks. Why are government agencies more at…

Campus & Community

9 Student Teams Recipients of Spring 2024 Orange Innovation Fund Awards

Wednesday, May 22, 2024, By Cristina Hatem

Nine student teams will each receive $5,000 through the Orange Innovation Fund, a grant program administered through Syracuse University Libraries designed to help students commercialize their research ideas. This semester’s recipients, who will be honored during a Zoom event on…

Campus & Community

Social Workers United Collecting School Supplies for Children in Liberia

Tuesday, May 21, 2024, By Matt Michael

The West African nation of Liberia is one of the poorest countries in the world. Seven out of 10 children live in extreme poverty and the educational system has faced many challenges, including a lack of learning materials and school…