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Arts & Culture

Syracuse Symposium Continues ‘Belonging’ Theme with Artist Wafaa Bilal Oct. 12-13

Wednesday, October 11, 2017, By Rob Enslin

Syracuse Symposium continues its yearlong exploration of “Belonging” with a mini-residency by acclaimed Iraqi-American artist Wafaa Bilal. On Thursday, Oct. 12, Bilal will give a presentation titled “Performing Change: Diaspora and Belonging” from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Peter Graham Scholarly Commons, 114…

Campus & Community

Hasan Minhaj Performing for University Union, University Lectures Oct. 27

Tuesday, October 10, 2017, By Kevin Morrow

Minhaj is host of the documentary series “Stand Up Planet.” Financed by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and filmed in South Africa, India and the United States, the series highlights economic problems throughout the world through the lens of stand-up comedians.

Houston Chronicle

Flood Plains System Rigged Against Homeowners

Tuesday, October 10, 2017, By Sawyer Kamman

In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, many homeowners outside of Houston found their homes flooded, despite being listed outside of the designated flood plain area. The Houston Chronicle talked to Maxwell Associate Professor of Political Science Sarah Pralle about this issue. “Officials…

Campus & Community

Career Connects Family History, Research Interests

Tuesday, October 10, 2017, By Renée K. Gadoua

Looking back, Alexei Abrahams ’08 sees a clear line from his family history to his career as an economist studying the Israel-Palestine conflict. He grew up in Ontario and Nova Scotia, but he lived in South Africa from the time…

Campus & Community

SU Goes Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Tuesday, October 10, 2017, By Joyce LaLonde

Throughout the month of October, the Office of Health Promotion is hosting programs and events to raise awareness about relationship violence in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Working in collaboration with the Office of Health Promotion are the Peer…

Health & Society

Supervisor Resource Sessions and Faculty and Staff Assistance Program Orientation Oct. 17

Tuesday, October 10, 2017, By News Staff

As part of the University’s ongoing effort to offer professional development opportunities, Carebridge will be on campus Tuesday, Oct. 17, to promote awareness about the benefits of the Syracuse University Faculty and Staff Assistance Program. Carebridge Senior Vice President Mary…

Health & Society

Get a Flu Shot Wednesday and Help Health Services Stay Prepared

Tuesday, October 10, 2017, By Rachel Friedman

On Wednesday, Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Flanagan Gym, a flu clinic will be set up to administer flu vaccinations. This is free for all SU students, staff, faculty and temporary employees with SU ID.  No…

Media, Law & Policy

Maria Russell Receives Patrick Jackson Award for Distinguished Service to PRSA

Monday, October 9, 2017, By Wendy S. Loughlin

Maria Russell, professor of public relations and director of executive education in the Newhouse School, was presented with the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)’s Patrick Jackson Award for significant contributions in advancing the professional development of its members. The…

Health & Society

Faculty and Staff: Energize Midday with Free 30-Minute Fitness Class

Monday, October 9, 2017, By Cyndi Moritz

Get fit this fall with a variety of free lunchtime fitness classes. The Syracuse University Wellness Initiative is hosting a free fitness sampler series on main campus starting Oct. 11. The series offers faculty and staff an opportunity to sample a…

Campus & Community

Looking for Creators for ’Cuse Market, Oct. 20 at Bird Library

Friday, October 6, 2017, By Pamela Whiteley McLaughlin

The Blackstone LaunchPad is looking for innovators, makers and creatives for ’Cuse Market. The annual pop-up shop and product showcase will be held Friday, Oct. 20, from 3- 5 p.m. in the Learning Commons, first floor of Bird Library. Each…