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Hendricks Chaplains Offer Ways to Find and Express Gratitude
During the holidays, we come together with family and friends to celebrate. The end of another year is also an opportunity to reflect on the year that has passed and the meaning of the people and events that were part…
What’s Happening in CNY: Thanksgiving Week Guide 2024
Staying in Central New York for Thanksgiving break? Check out our guide for exciting activities and the best spots to order Thanksgiving take-out if you’d rather skip the cooking. Local Takeout Options Want to skip all the meal preparation? Many…
Veterans Day Spotlight: Student Veterans at Syracuse University
Every day might be Veterans Day at Syracuse University, but on the official holiday, the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) is highlighting a group of student veterans who are critical to the growing community of military-connected students on…
New ‘Holidays at Hendricks’ Concert Tickets Will Be Available Nov. 18
Syracuse University invites students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members to “Holidays at Hendricks” on Sunday, Dec. 8 in Hendricks Chapel, to experience one of the most popular concerts of the calendar year. New this year, due to the concert’s…
Running Legend Kathrine Switzer’s Message to Falk College Students: ‘Go Out and Get It’
When Kathrine Switzer ’68, G’72, H’18 famously became the first woman to officially run in the Boston Marathon in 1967, women in the United States could not apply for, yet alone own, their own credit cards. In fact, women weren’t…
Activating National Guard Troops for 2024 Election
Govenors in several states have called up National Guard troops in response to threats of violence on Election Day. Reporters looking for an expert on this issue, please see comments from Professor Emeritus William Banks. He is the author of…
Lender Center Hosts LA Conversation on Racial Equity in the Entertainment Industry
Five Syracuse University alumni—all prominent entertainment industry professionals—participated in a panel discussion last week regarding racial wealth disparities in American society and the inequities they have witnessed and experienced in that industry. The event, “Lender Conversation in Los Angeles: Seeking…
University Celebrates First-Generation Week Nov. 4-8
National First-Generation College Celebration Week is Nov. 4-8, and provides an opportunity to celebrate first-generation students whose parents have not attended a higher education institution. Around 20% of Syracuse University students identify as first-generation. The campus community is invited to…
NSF Grant in Biology Aims to Boost STEM Student Retention Through Hands-On Research
As technology advances, companies face a growing need to hire graduates skilled in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). However, finding the ideal candidate can be difficult at times due to a limited pool of applicants. Part of the reason…
The Rise of Misinformation and AI: Developing Tools to Detect What’s Real and the Impact on Upcoming Elections (Podcast)
With the increase of misinformation and disinformation on the internet and social media, our brains struggle to process what we’re seeing and whether an image, a video clip or a story is real or not. Faculty members Jenny Stromer-Galley and…