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New Sign In Screen Launching Sept. 17

Tuesday, September 10, 2024, By Eric Ferguson

Effective Sept. 17, the Microsoft Sign in experience for students, faculty and staff will feature a new look that reflects University branding guidelines. The new Sign in screen will help users distinguish between the University-sanctioned portal and other Sign in…

Arts & Culture

School of Architecture Receives Graham Foundation Organizational Grant

Tuesday, September 10, 2024, By Julie Sharkey

As part of its 2024 grant cycle funding, the Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts recently announced 33 new grants, totaling $390,000, in support of projects led by organizations around the world—including a publication by the Syracuse…

Health & Society

Dean Van Slyke Visits India to Celebrate Maxwell’s Centennial, Partnerships and Alumni

Monday, September 9, 2024, By Cort Ruddy

David M. Van Slyke, dean of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, met with alumni, partners and dignitaries, including India’s minister of education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, during a recent visit that celebrated the school’s centennial and its 70-plus-year…

Campus & Community

Expanding Opportunities for Psychology Undergraduates

Friday, September 6, 2024, By Dan Bernardi

To maximize their college experience, it’s important for students to work hard, seize opportunities and engage with mentors who instill creativity and encourage them to pursue their interests. For more than 30 years, Vernon “Vern” Hall, professor emeritus of psychology,…

Arts & Culture

Legendary Comedy Troupe Second City Opens Syracuse Stage Season

Thursday, September 5, 2024, By Joanna Penalva

Syracuse Stage begins its 24/25 season with a limited two-week run of “The Second City 65th Anniversary Show” from the legendary Chicago troupe. Presented as an off-subscription title, this hilarious evening of sketch and improv comedy features hand-picked material from…

Syracuse University Impact

Student Inventors Develop New Way to Secure Wheelchairs in Moving Vehicles

Thursday, September 5, 2024, By Kwami Maranga

Former Syracuse University student Jim DaRin is one of many wheelchair users who rely on adapted vehicles to drive. These vehicles are equipped with a docking system designed to secure the wheelchairs in place while users focus on the road. However, even…

Arts & Culture

Taking the Stage for an Immersive Lesson in Shakespeare

Thursday, September 5, 2024, By Dan Bernardi

When enrolling in an English class about Shakespeare, you might imagine that the course will involve reading, writing and discussing the famous playwright and his plays. In professor of English Stephanie Shirilan’s class, ENG 411: Doing Shakespeare, which was offered in…

Campus & Community

Follow Coach Fran Brown’s First Season: Track Wins With a Game Day Kit!

Thursday, September 5, 2024, By News Staff

Get pumped, Orange Nation! The 2024 football season is kicking off with a bang after a win against Ohio, and now it’s time for you to join the action with your very own Game Day Kit. Whether you’re rooting from…

Arts & Culture

La Casita Commemorates National Hispanic Heritage Month With New Exhibition

Thursday, September 5, 2024, By News Staff

La Casita Cultural Center will commemorate National Hispanic Heritage Month 2024 with a community-wide event and the opening of a new exhibition, “WEIRD Barrio” (“Por mi barrio”), presenting the art of Syracuse-based Puerto Rican artist Manuel Matías. The inaugural event…

Campus & Community

Syracuse Symposium Focuses on Building a Stronger Community

Wednesday, September 4, 2024, By Dan Bernardi

In today’s interconnected world, cultural competency, critical thinking and innovative problem solving are important proficiencies that are highly sought after by employers. The Institute for the Future predicts that 85% of the jobs that will exist in 2030 have not…