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Felisha Legette-Jack ’89 Named a Grand Marshal for Syracuse’s Victory Parade Commemorating Juneteenth

Wednesday, June 15, 2022, By John Boccacino

Felisha Legette-Jack ’89, the former Syracuse University women’s basketball standout and current head women’s basketball coach, will serve as one of two grand marshals during Saturday’s Victory Parade, commemorating the Juneteenth (June 19th) federal holiday and the emancipation of enslaved African…

Campus & Community

Father’s Day Podcast and Q&A With Dino Babers, Head Football Coach

Wednesday, June 15, 2022, By John Boccacino

On the football field, Dino Babers is known as the passionate head coach of the Syracuse University football team, the charismatic leader who has delivered his share of emotional pre- and post-game speeches. But beyond the wins, beyond his ability…

Veterans

Vice Chancellor Haynie Testifies on Capitol Hill on the Need for Pathways for Veteran Entrepreneurs

Tuesday, June 14, 2022, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

J. Michael Haynie, Syracuse University’s vice chancellor for strategic initiatives and innovation and executive director of the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), told lawmakers on Capitol Hill last week that veterans separating from military service have a…

Campus & Community

Passing of Robert B. Menschel: Syracuse Graduate, Trustee, Philanthropist and Financial Icon

Tuesday, June 14, 2022, By Eileen Korey

Robert B. Menschel ’51, H’91 was nationally recognized for his generous support of the arts (specifically photography), education, medicine and criminal justice issues. When it came to his alma mater, Menschel’s philanthropy was equally eclectic, leaving a wide-ranging legacy across…

Campus & Community

Stay Alert: Hawk Chicks Fledging Their Bowne Hall Nest

Tuesday, June 14, 2022, By Dan Bernardi

If you have walked around campus lately, you may have noticed four hawk chicks perched on their nest in the north-facing archway of Bowne Hall. Their parents, SU-Sue and Otto, are the mated hawk pair who have called the Syracuse…

Campus & Community

IRS Announces Mid-Year Adjustment to Standard Mileage Rate

Monday, June 13, 2022, By Jennifer DeMarchi

In recognition of recent gasoline price increases, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rate for the final six months of 2022 —which Syracuse University employees may use to calculate the deductible costs…

Health & Society

New Research Shows Anger Levels Among EMS Workers Rise When Quality of Sleep Falls

Monday, June 13, 2022, By Keith Kobland

It’s no secret that sleep and emergency medical services (EMS) work do not go hand in hand. The profession is notorious for long and oftentimes odd hours, with overnight shift work a part of the job. It’s bound to affect…

Campus & Community

Architecture Students Engage in Envision Resilience Narragansett Bay Challenge

Monday, June 13, 2022, By Julie Sharkey

A team of School of Architecture students led by Julia Czerniak, associate dean and professor, and Professor Ted Brown, have spent the last five months immersing themselves in the culture, values, history and peoples of two towns on the banks…

Veterans

Barbara Carson Joins D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families; IVMF Plans for a Washington, D.C., Expansion

Friday, June 10, 2022, By Austin Philleo

The D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) announced today that Barbara (Barb) Carson will join the institute as managing director of programs and services. In this role, Carson will lead the IVMF’s expansive portfolio of career training, educational…

Media Tip Sheets

Want to Better Support LGBTIQ+ Kids? Train and Invest In School Counselors

Friday, June 10, 2022, By Daryl Lovell

June is annually recognized as Pride Month in the U.S., a period to spotlight and support the LGBTIQ+ community. As these kids and their caregivers navigate increasingly hostile environments, what role can school counselors play in addressing health and safety…