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Rebecca G. Johnston Joins Syracuse University Libraries as Social Sciences and Humanities Librarian
Rebecca G. Johnston recently joined Syracuse University Libraries this fall as the social sciences and humanities Librarian in the Department of Research and Scholarship. In this role, Johnston will be subject librarian in the subjects of African American studies, history,…
Egyptologist Shares Findings of Everyday Life of the Pyramid Builders During Phanstiel Lecture
The grandeur of the pyramids of Giza has drawn archeologists to study their ancient mysteries and fascinated peoples for centuries. The elaborate engineering and architecture of these structures are marvels for the ages, leading most people to ask how they…
Seyvion Scott Joins the Libraries as Student Engagement Librarian
Seyvion Scott joined Syracuse University Libraries this fall as the student engagement librarian in Learning and Academic Engagement. In this role, Scott will lead user experience and student engagement activities and provide reference, instruction and outreach services. Prior to joining…
Maxwell Honors 9 Students With Centennial Scholar Awards
While pursuing a dual degree in policy studies and environment, sustainability and policy, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs undergraduate Mariana Zepeda has taken advantage of opportunities to gain experience outside the classroom and better the lives of others….
Libraries Seek User Feedback on Trial Collections
Syracuse University Libraries is seeking feedback from campus users on new electronic resources for possible inclusion in its collections during the month of November as part of the Libraries’ assessment-based and proactive approach to building collections. On-campus users are asked…
Lender Center Student Fellows Named, Will Work on Public Health Research Project
Five students will soon begin a two-year research project examining the potential social justice and public health impacts of living in neighborhoods that have experienced the historical discriminatory practice of redlining. That is a practice where, for decades, financial institutions…
The Honorable Langston C. McKinney L’71 Courtroom Dedication to be Held on Oct. 30
On Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 4:30 p.m., political, legal and civic leaders from across the state will gather at the Honorable James C. Tormey, III Criminal Courts Building at 505 South State Street, Syracuse, for the dedication of The Hon….
Artist in Residence Carrie Mae Weems H’17 Receives National Medal of Arts Today From President Joseph R. Biden Jr. L’68
Internationally renowned artist and Syracuse University Artist in Residence Carrie Mae Weems H’17 received the National Medal of Arts from President Joseph R. Biden Jr. L’68 at a White House ceremony on Monday. “Carrie Mae Weems’ commitment to telling the…
Life-Changing Experiences From Summer Study Abroad
For Jade Aulestia ’25 studying abroad over the summer was a life-changing experience she will never forget. After spending the Spring 2024 semester in Strasbourg, France, Aulestia decided to extend her time abroad and spend the summer interning in the…
Syracuse University, Upstate Collaborate to Bring Memory Screenings to Area Offices for the Aging
Residents over the age of 60 in seven Central New York counties—Cayuga, Herkimer, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Oswego and Tompkins—can receive free memory screenings from their local Office for the Aging (OFA) as part of a collaborative project between SUNY Upstate…