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University Joins in Grand Opening of Ska-nonh Center Nov. 20-21

Wednesday, November 18, 2015, By Rob Enslin

History will come alive this weekend, as the University helps celebrate the grand opening of Ska-nonh—The Great Law of Peace Center, along the ancient shores of Onondaga Lake in Liverpool, N.Y.

University Takes Part in White House American Campuses Act

Wednesday, November 18, 2015, By News Staff

The University will participate in the White House American Campuses Act on Climate day of action on  Thursday, Nov. 19. The White House is launching the American Campuses Act on Climate day of action to amplify the voice of college…

Arts & Culture

‘Invitation to Dance’ Event Marks 25th Anniversary of ADA

Tuesday, November 17, 2015, By Keith Kobland

The College of Arts and Sciences is organizing a special event to help celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the nation’s first comprehensive civil rights law addressing the needs of people with disabilities. An evening featuring dance, discussion and viewing of a groundbreaking documentary will help attendees better understand how to continue to dispel myths associated with disabilities.

Syracuse University Law Professor Says Governors Lack Legal Right to Deny Entry to Syrian Refugees

Tuesday, November 17, 2015, By Keith Kobland

Syracuse University Professor William Banks, who serves as director of the Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism, offers his thoughts on news that more than half of U.S. governors oppose allowing Syrian refugees into their states. “The governors lack the…

Campus & Community

Women in the Media: Redefining Herstory

Tuesday, November 17, 2015, By News Staff

Actress Robin Givens will speak at Hendricks Chapel on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 7:17 p.m. Givens, from the BET show, “The Game,” has also starred in several movies. The event is organized by the sisters of Omega Phi Beta Sorority,…

Campus & Community

An Open Letter from the Chancellor’s Workgroup on Diversity and Inclusion

Monday, November 16, 2015, By News Staff

Last month, members of a new University-wide Chancellor’s Workgroup on Diversity and Inclusion were announced. They have been meeting to address issues of concern, and will work toward developing solutions on how to further create a more diverse and inclusive…

Campus & Community

Alpha Kappa Psi ‘Celebration of Education Scholarship Gala’

Friday, November 13, 2015, By News Staff

Please join Alpha Kappa Psi (AKPsi) Professional Business Fraternity for our very first “Celebration of Education Scholarship Gala” on Nov. 14, at 7 p.m. in the Sheraton Hotel. Proceeds from ticket sales will go toward two $500 scholarships that will…

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SPM Club Receives National Philanthropy Day Award

Thursday, November 12, 2015, By News Staff

The Sport Management (SPM) Club has been announced as the recipient of the 2015 Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award by the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Central New York’s board of directors and the chapter’s National Philanthropy Day Committee. The…

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Greek Leaders Take Stand Against Sexual Assault

Thursday, November 12, 2015, By News Staff

“Even if you’re initiating a conversation, just one, then that’s one more conversation than was happening earlier,” says Tristan Ruzic, president of the Syracuse University Panhellenic Council. “If you can just prevent one more person from becoming a statistic, you’ve…

Arts & Culture

Syracuse Stage Honored for Excellence in Accessibility Programing

Wednesday, November 11, 2015, By Kristina Starowitz

Syracuse Stage has been selected to receive the Mattie Letham Community Leadership Excellence Award from Aurora of Central New York for excellence in accessibility programming. This award is given to organizations that make outstanding contributions toward promoting independence and opportunity…