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Falk College’s School of Social Work Provides American Perspective at International Seminar

Monday, November 13, 2023, By Matt Michael

Alsace is a region in northeastern France that borders Germany and Switzerland and reflects a mix of cultures because over the centuries it has alternated between German and French control. It seems an unlikely place for an American university to…

Campus & Community

‘Cooking With Joy’: Italian Chef Jacopo Tendi Visits Falk College for Christy Lecture Series

Thursday, November 9, 2023, By Matt Michael

This past spring, Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics nutrition students in the Mediterranean Food and Culture class had the unique opportunity to cook in the Tuscany home of renowned Italian Chef Jacopo Tendi. And in late October, Chef…

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Groundbreaking NBA Player Agents David Falk and Danielle Cantor Visit Falk College

Wednesday, November 1, 2023, By Matt Michael

With a massive 6-foot-10 frame and deep voice, former Georgetown University basketball coach John Thompson was an imposing figure and “my toughest critic,” says David Falk, the renowned sports agent who represented Thompson. “I know I was afraid of him,”…

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‘Know Your Why’: Sport Industry Executives Offer Students Valuable Advice During Falk College DEIA Lecture

Thursday, October 19, 2023, By Matt Michael

At the start of his keynote address at the Oct. 12, Jonathan B. Wanderstock “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility in Sport” lecture, Kevin Clayton had one request for the large gathering of students in attendance in the College of Law’s…

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Falk College Student Helping Families Navigate ‘Terrifying Path’ of Pediatric Illness

Friday, October 6, 2023, By Matt Michael

Why Falk College? And why OttoTHON? For Grace Brashears ’25, the answer to both questions is the same: She has dedicated her life to helping children and their families “while they walk the terrifying path that is pediatric illness.” Brashears,…

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‘Norton Guide to Equity-Minded Teaching’ Co-Author to Give Public Talk and Faculty Workshop Oct. 11-12

Tuesday, October 3, 2023, By News Staff

On Oct. 11 and 12, Bryan Dewsbury. Ph.D., will visit campus as part of the Focus on Teaching and Learning Pathways to Deep Learning series, co-hosted by the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) and the Office of Institutional…

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Talking Academic Strategy, Opportunities and the Unexpected With College of Arts and Sciences Dean Behzad Mortazavi (Q&A)

Wednesday, September 6, 2023, By News Staff

College of Arts and Sciences Dean Behzad Mortazavi knew about the impressive work being done at Syracuse for many years before he began in his position in July. But there was a crucial element that sealed in his mind why…

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Q&A With Falk College Dean Jeremy S. Jordan: Building Connections, Supporting Students, Faculty, Staff in Their Goals

Wednesday, September 6, 2023, By News Staff

Jeremy S. Jordan, new dean of the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, was inspired to become an academic leader to be of service to others in pursuit of their aspirations. “I enjoy creating processes and building…

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Kay Stearns Bruening Appointed Associate Dean of Falk College Academic Affairs

Friday, August 18, 2023, By News Staff

Kay Stearns Bruening, Ph.D., RDN, FAND, associate professor in the Department of Nutrition and Food Studies in the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, has been named associate dean of Academic Affairs for Falk College effective Aug. 1. In…

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Crosswalk, Sidewalk Improvements to Begin Next Week on College Place

Friday, August 4, 2023, By News Staff

As the weather allows, construction workers will begin work on College Place next week installing crosswalks and making improvements to sidewalks and curb ramps. The crosswalks will be installed at the intersection of College Place, Euclid Avenue and Sims Drive….