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Veterans

Graduating Student Veteran: Ariel Blanco

Saturday, May 9, 2020, By Leah Lazarz

Ariel Blanco’s interest in the military was piqued while he was in high school in Miami, impressed by both the demeanor of the recruiters that visited the school and the opportunity military life could provide. “I grew up in a…

Veterans

Graduating Student Veteran: Peggy Trujillo

Saturday, May 9, 2020, By Leah Lazarz

With her graduation this month, Peggy Trujillo will have both a 20-year journalism career and her Syracuse University diploma. As the child of a U.S. Air Force master sergeant, Trujillo spent her childhood moving from place to place for her…

Business & Economy

‘To Spur the Economic Recovery, Spend Your Stimulus Check’

Saturday, May 9, 2020, By News Staff

Bhavneet Walia is an assistant professor of public health in the Falk College. As we all fight this battle against a mostly unknown virus, we are wondering how and when the economic recovery will start. Fortunately, Walia says, past economic…

Campus & Community

Financial Resources and Support Available to Students

Friday, May 8, 2020, By News Staff

Dear Students: Over the last few months, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented financial challenges for many in our Syracuse University community. We also recognize that for some the impact has been greater and may require additional support. That is why…

Campus & Community

‘Hurt and Hope for the Graduating Class of 2020’

Friday, May 8, 2020, By News Staff

Brian Konkol is the dean of Hendricks Chapel. Hope is more than wishful thinking. Hope is the impulse and initiative to move beyond our stillness and sadness, to embrace our burning hearts and take the next step, Konkol writes in…

Campus & Community

Students, Faculty and Staff Honored with 2020 One University Awards

Thursday, May 7, 2020, By News Staff

  Syracuse University announces its 2020 One University Awards, honoring members of the University community for their scholarship, teaching, academic achievement, leadership and service. The annual ceremony was scheduled to take place on April 17 in Hendricks Chapel, but was…

Media Tip Sheets

Is it a right to not wear a mask?

Thursday, May 7, 2020, By Lily Datz

Reporters looking for an expert to offer insight into the political and social divides of wearing masks in public should contact Syracuse University associate law professor Doron Dorfman. Prof. Dorfman can offer a legal analysis of what can or cannot be…

Spectrum News

“COVID-19 Death Rates Higher Among Those with Developmental Disabilities.”

Wednesday, May 6, 2020, By Lily Datz

Scott Landes, associate professor of sociology in the Maxwell School, was quoted in the Spectrum News piece “COVID-19 Death Rates Higher Among Those with Developmental Disabilities.” Professor Landes specializes in the sociology of disability, and the majority of his research…

Campus & Community

Early Education Child Care Center Brings Smiles to Children (and Relief to Parents) Stuck at Home

Tuesday, May 5, 2020, By Jen Plummer

Like many other facilities on campus, the Syracuse University Early Education Child Care Center (EECCC) has been closed since March to adhere to COVID-19 guidance and social distancing protocols. With the children they provide care for safely at home with…

Campus & Community

Graduating Seniors to Be Celebrated During Virtual Events

Tuesday, May 5, 2020, By Noah Lowy

Graduating seniors can raise a glass, put on their Class of 2020 T-shirt and enjoy their achievements. Starting on Thursday, May 7, seniors may join in the virtual activities of Senior Week, recognizing their accomplishments together with their classmates. “It’s…