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STEM

Biologist Reveals How Whales May ‘Sing’ for Their Supper

Tuesday, December 16, 2014, By Amy Manley

Humpback whales have a trick or two when it comes to finding a quick snack at the bottom of the ocean. Susan Parks, assistant professor of biology, has been studying these unique feeding behaviors.

Q&A: Baked Magazine Editors Share the Joy of Cooking

Thursday, December 11, 2014, By Kathleen Haley

Magazine journalism students Gabriela Riccardi ’15 and Teresa Sabga ’15 have a joy for cooking. They may not have decades in the kitchen, but they have many years of traditions bound by large families, recipes handed down by skilled home cooks and sneaking bites in the kitchen.

Chancellor Syverud Addresses December Meeting of University Senate

Tuesday, December 9, 2014, By News Staff

Last week, Chancellor Kent Syverud addressed the December meeting of the University Senate. Among the topics he discussed were two resolutions that came before the Senate and concerns about the Fast Forward Syracuse Operational Excellence initiative. The following is a…

New Extended-Hours Study Spaces Available

Wednesday, December 3, 2014, By News Staff

To meet the increased need for study space on campus during the final exam period, a coalition comprising the libraries, Academic Affairs, Student Centers and Programming Services, the Office of Residence Life, Auxiliary Services and the Department of Public Safety…

2016 Senior Class Marshal Application Launched

Wednesday, December 3, 2014, By Shannon Andre

The Division of Student Affairs has launched the application process for the 2016 Senior Class Marshals. Any current junior graduating in May 2016 is eligible to apply. The application deadline is Friday, Jan. 30, 2015. “Every year we receive dozens…

University Community Invited to Participate in the Race Card Project

Tuesday, December 2, 2014, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

The Race Card Project was created by National Public Radio special correspondent Michele Norris as a way to foster dialogue.

Arts & Culture

Getting into Character with Soprano Katie Weiser

Monday, December 1, 2014, By Kathleen Haley

While performing her favorite aria, Bellini’s “Oh quante volte,” Katie Weiser G’15 becomes the heroine, Guilietta, with all the anguish and fervor of a tragic love. “I want the audience to feel what my character is experiencing, and that is the reason why I sing.”

University to Hold Monthly Budget Meetings with Student Government Organizations

Monday, December 1, 2014, By News Staff

In an effort to increase transparency and improve communications about the operations of the University, senior administrators and student leaders from the undergraduate and graduate student associations will hold monthly meetings to enhance students’ understanding of the University’s budget process….

Campus & Community

Student Ratings Open Dec. 1

Monday, December 1, 2014, By News Staff

A recent survey found that nearly 80 percent of Syracuse University instructors use the feedback they get from student ratings to revise their courses. Faculty members in the survey described how they have added or removed topics, adopted new ways…

STEM

Does Your Smartphone Know the Real You?

Monday, November 24, 2014, By Matt Wheeler

Ask someone what they use their smartphone for and they will likely provide examples of how they use it to connect with friends, family and work, take photos, listen to music, play games or get directions. Beneath it all, there…