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Health & Society

Thwarting a Devastating Disease

Thursday, November 14, 2013, By Kathleen Haley

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.

Veterans

A Veterans Day Reflection

Monday, November 11, 2013, By Kathleen Haley

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.

STEM

SU Chemist Gets ‘Best Idea Grant’

Wednesday, November 6, 2013, By News Staff

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

Monday, October 21, 2013, By Christopher C. Finkle

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…

Arts & Culture

SU Brass Ensemble Opens Season with Concert Near Rome Oct. 29

Monday, October 21, 2013, By Rob Enslin

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…

STEM

iSchool, LCS Coordinating Computing and IT Awards Programs for Women

Tuesday, October 1, 2013, By Diane Stirling

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…

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

Memorial Service to be Held Friday for Alex Sellen ’13

Wednesday, September 25, 2013, By News Staff

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…

Campus & Community

Record Warmth Prompts Tips to Avoid Heat Illness

Wednesday, September 11, 2013, By Keith Kobland

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

Monday, September 9, 2013, By Rob Enslin

Cathryn R. Newton was a 16-year-old college student when she helped her father discover the U.S.S. Monitor.