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Health & Society

Because Social Security Is a Legacy for All Generations

Monday, February 9, 2015, By Michele Barrett

A sign outside of Professor of Social Work Eric Kingson’s campus office reads, “Hands off our children & grandchildren’s Social Security,” which is one of several key messages found in the book he recently co-authored with attorney, author and long-time…

Arts & Culture

SUArt Galleries Announces Grand Opening of New Galleries

Monday, February 9, 2015, By Syracuse University Art Museum

The creation of these newly constructed spaces will help the Syracuse University Art Galleries better serve the needs of Syracuse University students and visitors for years to come.

Arts & Culture

Learning to the Beat

Friday, February 6, 2015, By Amy Manley

On a cold January morning, a sizzling percussive rhythm echoed from the depths of the Hall of Languages. Students in Professor Carol Babiracki’s “Intro to World Music” class were treated to a vibrant African drumming and dance workshop, led by…

Arts & Culture

Architecture Students Blend Safety, Community Spaces for Church

Friday, February 6, 2015, By Kathleen Haley

When Freedom by Design took on the task to create a handicap-accessible ramp at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, they decided to expand on the concept. Students are constructing the ramp, along with a shelter, outdoor storage and community spaces.

Arts & Culture

El Punto Art Studio 2015 Partners with Setnor School of Music and School of Education

Thursday, February 5, 2015, By News Staff

In an effort to reach out to youths in the Syracuse community, the University’s music education program has partnered with El Punto Art Studio, a contemporary arts education program offered at no cost to children and teens. The music education…

Arts & Culture

Carver Reading Series Continues with Novelist Jenny Offill Feb. 11

Thursday, February 5, 2015, By Renée K. Gadoua

The Raymond Carver Reading Series in the College of Arts and Sciences continues with a visit by award-winning novelist Jenny Offill. On Wednesday, Feb. 11, she will participate in a Q&A session at 3:45 p.m., followed by an author reading…

Health & Society

Women’s Studies Pioneer Rosi Braidotti to Speak Feb. 12-13

Thursday, February 5, 2015, By Rob Enslin

One of Europe’s leading contemporary philosophers and feminist theoreticians is giving two lectures at Syracuse University. Rosi Braidotti, Distinguished University Professor and founding director of the Centre for the Humanities at Utrecht University (Netherlands), will discuss “The Political: What Does…

STEM

The Science of Slime: Why We Care Where Biofilms Stick

Tuesday, February 3, 2015, By Matt Wheeler

For every human cell in our bodies there are 10 bacteria cells. When bacteria—good or bad—stick together, they form a slimy layer called a biofilm that adheres to surfaces inside or outside of the body. A good example is inside…

Campus & Community

University Kicks Off 2015 RecycleMania Competition

Tuesday, February 3, 2015, By News Staff

Syracuse University kicked off its 2015 RecycleMania Collegiate Recycling Competition on Feb. 1. RecycleMania is a nationwide event that raises awareness about reducing waste and increasing recycling. Last year, more than 6.3 million students and staff in 50 states, the…

Campus & Community

Annual Black History Month Celebration Begins

Tuesday, February 3, 2015, By Shannon Andre

In honor of Black History Month, the Office of Multicultural Affairs, within the Division of Student Affairs, is hosting a series of events in February.