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One of the most important weeks in Europe in more than 30 years, says national security researcher
Reporters looking for insight into the military threat of Russia and the possible invasion of Ukraine, please see comments from Syracuse University associate professor Michael John Williams. Williams teaches courses at Syracuse University on great power conflict, transatlantic relations, and…
Required Information Security Training for Faculty and Staff Now Available
Data security has never been more important to the University as a community and as an institution. With bad actors constantly evolving their methods of attack, the University’s faculty and staff remain its first and last line of defense. All…
“In 1902, a remarkable and charitable house opened in a part of Southwest D.C. known as Bloodfield”
Elisabeth Lasch-Quinn, professor of history in the Maxwell School, was quoted in The Washington Post story “In 1902 a remarkable and charitable house opened in a part of Southwest D.C. known as Bloodfield.” Lasch-Quinn, author of the book “Black Neighbors:…
Newhouse student Brett Byll authors “People High in Authoritarianism Support Violent Protest”
Brett Byll, a television, radio, and film master’s student in the Newhouse School, authored an article in Psychology Today about his honors thesis research titled “People High in Authoritarianism Support Violent Protest.” The piece elaborates on Byll’s honors thesis research…
“Stricter ‘house arrest’ program for released migrants draws criticism”
Austin Kocher, research assistant professor in the Newhouse School with the Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC), was quoted in the Border Report story “Stricter ‘house arrest’ program for released migrants draws criticism.” Kocher, an expert on the US immigration system,…
“The Trite Stuff: The Rise and Fall of ‘Live, Laugh, Love'”
Sylvia Sierra, assistant professor of communication and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was quoted in the Elephant Magazine story “The Trite Stuff: The Rise and Fall of ‘Live, Laugh, Love.’” Sierra, an expert on popular…
Provost Ritter Appoints Faculty Center Task Force
Syracuse University Vice Chancellor and Provost Gretchen Ritter today announced the members of the Faculty Center Task Force. At the beginning of the 2022 spring semester, the Syracuse University Office of Admissions relocated from the first floor of Crouse Hinds…
Women in Leadership Initiative Invites Campus Community to ‘A Conversation With Provost Ritter’
Syracuse University’s Women in Leadership Initiative welcomes the campus community to “A Conversation With Provost Ritter,” to be held on Feb. 17. The conversation will take place from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. via Zoom. Guests will gain insight from Provost…
Sport Management Club Raises $45,000 at 17th Charity Auction
The Sport Management Club raised $45,000 for the Jim and Juli Boeheim Foundation as a result of its 17th Annual Charity Sports Auction. During the SU men’s basketball game on Nov. 20, supporters placed bids on items including sports memorabilia, electronics,…
Politicized teaching policies won’t stop teachers from prioritizing learning
The topic of critical race theory has become a lightning rod for political combativeness. Educators nationwide have shared stories of parents attributing factual history lessons or discussions to being lessons about CRT, and seeking censorship at the school, city, or…