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Media, Law & Policy

Ma Wins Fellowship from the National Committee on US-China Relations

Wednesday, April 3, 2019, By News Staff

Yingyi Ma, associate professor of sociology and director of Syracuse University’s Asian/Asian American Studies program, has been awarded a Public Intellectual Program (PIP) fellowship from the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations. The highly competitive fellowship provides support for scholars who…

Media, Law & Policy

Syrian Accountability Project Releases Report on 2018 Gaza Demonstrations

Wednesday, April 3, 2019, By Martin Walls

Syracuse University College of Law students working for the Syrian Accountability Project have released an exploratory account of the violence that has occurred along the border of the Gaza Strip and Israel starting in March 2018. “An Endless Tragedy: A…

Campus & Community

Syracuse University Achieves Invest Syracuse Goal, Raises $40 Million for Scholarships, Financial Aid

Wednesday, April 3, 2019, By Kathleen Haley

The Invest Syracuse fundraising campaign has achieved its goal of $40 million in funding for scholarships and other financial aid, more than six months ahead of schedule. The Division of Advancement and External Affairs will continue the solicitation of philanthropic…

Arts & Culture

‘Three Really Mad Tenors’ to Take the Stage at ACCelerate Festival

Wednesday, April 3, 2019, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Composer Nicolas Scherzinger finds inspiration for his work in many places. For one of his latest works, “Three Really Mad Tenors,” he found it in two places—in “Tenor Madness,” a duo jazz album by tenor saxophonists Sonny Rollins and John…

STEM

ARCTIC LiDAR Explores the Logistical Landscape of the Arctic Coast

Wednesday, April 3, 2019, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

In March 2017, Daniele Profeta was invited to teach a workshop at the Strelka Institute for Media, Architecture and Design in Moscow. There, he joined an expedition along the Arctic Coast with renowned speculative architect Liam Young and his students…

Campus & Community

Message from Chancellor Kent Syverud

Tuesday, April 2, 2019, By News Staff

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff: It is with deep sadness that I write today to share the news of the passing of one of Syracuse University’s most esteemed academic leaders. Lorraine Branham, dean of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public…

Media Tip Sheets

Potential Border Issues Could Have Huge Impact On Avocados From Mexico

Tuesday, April 2, 2019, By Daryl Lovell

President Trump has threatened to shut down the U.S.-Mexico border if Mexico doesn’t stop illegal immigrants from crossing immediately. Experts fear the potential shutdown would have major implications on trade, particularly produce items like avocados and berries. Rong Li is an…

Campus & Community

Call for Nominations: 44 Stars of Excellence Awards

Tuesday, April 2, 2019, By News Staff

The annual 44 Stars of Excellence Awards acknowledge students, advisors and recognized student organizations (RSOs) who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and commitment to their organization and its mission. Students, faculty and staff may submit nominations  until this Sunday, April 7, at…

Arts & Culture

Cruel April 2019 Kicks Off at the Point of Contact Gallery

Monday, April 1, 2019, By News Staff

Point of Contact will once again host nationally and internationally celebrated poets for this year’s Cruel April Reading Series, which runs every Thursday in April at 6 p.m. at the Point of Contact Gallery, located on the ground floor of…

Arts & Culture

Department of Drama Presents ‘The Wild Party’

Monday, April 1, 2019, By Joanna Penalva

The Syracuse University Department of Drama resumes its 2018-2019 season with “The Wild Party,” written and composed by Andrew Lippa. Faculty members Katherine McGerr and Andrea Lee Smith will take the audience into the world of the Roaring ’20s with…