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Neuroscientist Robert Sapolsky to explore causes of stress November 18, 2002Patrick Farrellpmfarrel@syr.edu Robert Sapolsky, considered one of today’s best scientist-writers and well known for his engaging presentations, will explore the links between society and stress for The University Lectures. “Why…

Medical informatics expert to present lecture at Syracuse University Nov. 18November 15, 2002Judy Holmesjlholmes@syr.edu Ellen Gay Detlefsen of the Center for Biomedical Informatics at the University of Pittsburgh will present “Medical Librarianship, Medical Informatics and the Informationist: Which Way Do…

Syracuse University sponsors celebration of the life and work of Audre LordeNovember 12, 2002Michele M. Jachimmmjachim@syr.edu In celebration of poet-activist Audre Lorde’s life, a coalition of student organizations and Syracuse University departments will mark the 10th anniversary of her death…

World-renowned architect Rem Koolhaas to deliver next installment of University LecturesNovember 11, 2002Patrick Farrellpmfarrel@syr.edu Internationally acclaimed architect Rem Koolhaas will discuss his recent work Nov. 14 during the next installment of The University Lectures. The Pritzker Architecture Prize laureate’s lecture…

Pianist Fred Karpoff to present all-Edward MacDowell recitals Nov. 13 and 17 at Syracuse UniversityNovember 08, 2002Judy Holmesjlholmes@syr.edu Pianist Fred Karpoff will present a recital of the music of Edward MacDowell (1860-1908), the first American composer to gain international recognition,…

Four universities from New York and Puerto Ricoform innovative alliance to encourage minority studentsto pursue Ph.D. studies in science, mathematics and engineeringNovember 06, 2002Kevin Morrowkdmorrow@syr.edu As society becomes more technologically advanced, the demand increases for college graduates with specialized knowledge…

The melodic craftsmanship of Brahms featured at the Nov. 12 Setnor Tuesday Concert at Syracuse UniversityNovember 04, 2002Judy Holmesjlholmes@syr.edu The New York City-based Cassatt String Quartet will be the featured performer at the next installment of the Brahms Festival at…

Nationally recognized writer, editor and producer to discuss race and television at Newhouse eventNovember 04, 2002Nicci Brownnicbrown@syr.edu Nationally recognized writer, editor, producer and professor Kristal Brent Zook will join Newhouse visiting professor Richard Dubin for “A Conversation About Race and…

Conference aims to help faculty deal with racism, issues of diversity in the classroomOctober 28, 2002Kelly Homan Rodoskikahoman@syr.edu At first, it seems like innocent conversation. A professor, in discussing a book that speaks of the experience of African Americans, turns…

2002 Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright to be featured at Syracuse University’s 18th Annual MLK CelebrationOctober 25, 2002Judy Holmesjlholmes@syr.edu Suzan-Lori Parks, who won a 2002 Pulitzer Prize for her critically-acclaimed Broadway play “Top Dog/Under Dog” will be the featured speaker at Syracuse…