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Kathrine Switzer ’68, G’72 Commencement Address

Sunday, May 13, 2018, By Keith Kobland

Kathrine Switzer ’68, G ’72 delivers the keynote address at commencement ceremonies Sunday at the dome. The following is a video and transcript of her inspiring message to the grads.

Arts & Culture

Yates-Richard Wins Ford Foundation Fellowship

Friday, May 11, 2018, By Carol Boll

Meina Yates-Richard, assistant professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences, has received a Ford Foundation Fellowship for the 2018-19 academic year. The post-doctoral fellowship was awarded as part of a national competition to provide one year’s research…

Arts & Culture

Advancing Discovery: Faculty Research in the Humanities—Part IV

Thursday, May 10, 2018, By Rob Enslin

“Democratization” and “internationalization” are not just fancy buzzwords; they are the stuff of a new breed of humanists, committed to making knowledge more open, inclusive and democratic. At Syracuse, this quest plays out daily on multiple stages—from Syracuse Symposium to…

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Students to Engage Around the World through Fulbright Grants

Wednesday, May 9, 2018, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Six students and three alumnae were selected to participate in the Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Program. Two students have received study/research grants. Among that prestigious group are three who spoke to SU News about what they hope to give and gain during the experience.

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University Updates Campus Community on Status of Several Diversity and Inclusion Recommendations

Wednesday, May 9, 2018, By Kathleen Haley

The University continues to implement new initiatives and policies as developed from the recommendations of the Chancellor’s Workgroup on Diversity and Inclusion (CWDI) to create a more diverse and inclusive campus. Members of the Universitywide Council on Diversity and Inclusion…

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April 25 Campus Conversation Recap

Wednesday, May 9, 2018, By News Staff

On Wednesday, April 25, Syracuse University, in partnership with students and student leaders, hosted a Campus Conversation. The event, which was held in Hendricks Chapel, featured a candid conversation about confronting and combating bigotry, intolerance and ignorance in our community….

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44 Stars of Excellence Awards Gala Recognizes Student Leaders, Organizations and Advisors

Monday, May 7, 2018, By Joyce LaLonde

At the annual 44 Stars of Excellence Awards Gala on April 19, students, registered student organizations and organization advisors were celebrated and recognized for their many contributions to the campus community. Winners of the 2018 44 Stars of Excellence Awards…

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Social Work Professor Keith A. Alford Receives 2018 InterFaith Leadership Award

Monday, April 30, 2018, By Michele Barrett

In acknowledgement of a professional and personal life devoted to social justice and social transformation in building a civil community, Keith A. Alford will receive the 2018 InterFaith Leadership Award at the “Creating a Civil Community” celebration on May 1…

Arts & Culture

Architecture Professor Named Co-Director of 2019 Seoul International Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism

Wednesday, April 25, 2018, By Kathleen Haley

Professor Francisco Sanin has been appointed co-director of the 2019 Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism, which will be held for two months beginning in September 2019. The architecture professor will serve with Korean architect Lim Jaeyong. Sponsored by the…

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Student Association Student Forum Tonight

Monday, April 23, 2018, By News Staff

Today, Monday, April 23, the Student Association is sponsoring a student town hall in Maxwell Auditorium from 7:30-9 p.m. The town hall will include student speakers from Pride Union, InclusiveU, Residence Hall Association, International Student Council and the Student African…