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Thwarting a Devastating Disease
Assistant Professor David Larsen saw the damaging effects of the lack of health care and clean water in the favelas of Belem, Brazil, while working among the people ten years ago. Impacted by the work, he now conducts research to halt the impact of deadly—yet preventable—infectious diseases.
A Veterans Day Reflection
Veterans Day is a day of pride, remembrance and reflection for U.S. Navy veteran Jared Lyon. His work now—with the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans with Disabilities—furthers his service connection in helping his fellow veterans achieve their next mission.
SU Chemist Gets ‘Best Idea Grant’
Top-notch ideas drive today’s knowledge-based world. James Hougland has one, and he has been awarded a “Best Idea Grant (BIG)” from the Foundation for Prader-Willi Research (FPWR) to support his research. Hougland, an assistant professor of chemistry in The College…
Protecting Your Devices and Data
Securing your personal computer, tablet and smartphone—and the data they contain—is an ongoing process. The following steps and precautions can protect you from identity theft and data loss by drastically reducing the likelihood that your device will be hacked, infected…
SU Brass Ensemble Opens Season with Concert Near Rome Oct. 29
The Syracuse University Brass Ensemble (SUBE), directed by James T. Spencer, will launch its 2013-14 season with a concert in Lee Center, north of Rome, N.Y. The group is housed in SU’s College of Arts and Sciences. The performance is…
iSchool, LCS Coordinating Computing and IT Awards Programs for Women
Syracuse University is joining with the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) to encourage more young women to choose an education and career in technology through a national awards program that celebrates both their achievements and their goals…
Five Distinguished Alumni to Receive George Arents Award during Orange Central
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…
Memorial Service to be Held Friday for Alex Sellen ’13
A memorial service for Syracuse University alumnus Alex Sellen ’13, will be held Friday, Sept. 27 at 3 p.m. in Hendricks Chapel. Sellen, a May graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications with a bachelor’s degree in broadcast…
Record Warmth Prompts Tips to Avoid Heat Illness
With high heat and humidity it’s a good idea to review the warning signs of heat illness and take precautions to avoid heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Of course, staying inside where it’s cool is always an option, as is…
SU Professor, Dean Emerita Lauded for Role in Discovery of Civil War Ironclad
Cathryn R. Newton was a 16-year-old college student when she helped her father discover the U.S.S. Monitor.