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Chancellor Syverud Updates University Senate on New Federal Administration, Budget and Retirement of DPS Chief

Thursday, February 20, 2025, By News Staff

Good Afternoon. These are interesting times for American higher education. Since the last meeting of the University Senate on Jan. 22, there have been almost daily developments coming from Washington concerning law, regulation, and policy applying to colleges and universities….

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University Remembers the Legacy of Francis McMillan Parks

Thursday, February 20, 2025, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Francis McMillan Parks, former director of Students Offering Service and African American Programs in Hendricks Chapel and a beloved community storyteller, died on Jan. 12. She was 87. Parks grew up in Odessa, Texas. She earned a bachelor’s degree in…

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Head of U.S. Division of Italian Soccer League Meets With Falk College Students

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, By Cathleen O'Hare

Andy Mitchell, managing director of Lega Serie A USA (the American division of Italy’s preeminent soccer league), recently visited Falk College to speak with students in the SPM/SAL 300 “Italian Football: Impact and Outcomes” class. The course includes a spring break…

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Experts Available: NY Prison Strikes; National Guard Deployment

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, By Vanessa Marquette

With New York’s prison guard strike leading to Governor Hochul deploying the National Guard and a tentative deal now in place, questions remain about the broader implications for incarcerated individuals, corrections policy, and labor rights. I have three Syracuse University…

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College of Visual and Performing Arts Announces 2025 VPA Scholars

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, By Erica Blust

Twelve seniors in Syracuse University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) have been named VPA Scholars, the college’s highest undergraduate academic honor. The VPA Scholars program was established to recognize the achievements of the college’s top seniors. Students are…

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The Life-Changing Benefits of a Fall Study Abroad Experience (Podcast)

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, By John Boccacino

As part its academic strategic plan, “Leading With Distinction,” the University is committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities so that all undergraduates can study abroad or away before they graduate. More than 50% of students explore the world through…

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‘A Walrus in the Body of a Crocodile’ Continues Department of Drama’s 2024/2025 Season

Tuesday, February 18, 2025, By Joanna Penalva

The Syracuse University Department of Drama continues the 2024/2025 season with the uniquely engaging “A Walrus in the Body of a Crocodile” by MJ Kaufman, directed by Daniella Caggiano. Performances will be held Feb. 21 to March 2 in the…

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Los Angeles Program Students Help Community Members Affected by California Wildfires

Tuesday, February 18, 2025, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Students spending the spring semester in the University’s Dick Clark Los Angeles Program arrived in California in early January. Their first order of business was to attend orientation activities beginning Jan. 6 and acclimate to the Los Angeles area. Soon,…

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Expert Discusses Increased Security Measures for the Super Bowl

Thursday, February 6, 2025, By Vanessa Marquette

If you’re covering the heightened security in New Orleans for the Super Bowl with President Trump attending, you may want to consider speaking with Dr. Corri Zoli of Syracuse University’s Forensic and National Security Sciences Institute (FNSSI). She shared her…

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Staying Well During Flu Season

Wednesday, February 5, 2025, By Gabrielle Lake

As the foundation of campus health and wellness, the Barnes Center at The Arch supports the Orange community in preparing for and navigating flu season. “Getting your flu shot, washing your hands and staying home if you feel sick, really…