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Campus & Community

University Remembers the Legacy of Francis McMillan Parks

Thursday, February 20, 2025, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Francis McMillan Parks, former director of Students Offering Service and African American Programs in Hendricks Chapel and a beloved community storyteller, died on Jan. 12. She was 87. Parks grew up in Odessa, Texas. She earned a bachelor’s degree in…

Health & Society

Taylor Ratliff ’28 Takes Action on Mental Health With Girl Scouts Gold Award Project

Tuesday, February 4, 2025, By Martin Walls

It’s gratifying to realize that your chosen profession is in fact a vocation—as the saying goes, if you do something you love, you’ll never have to work a day in your life. For inclusive childhood education first-year student Taylor Ratliff …

Arts & Culture

Special Collections Research Center Awards Two Faculty Fellows Grants for 2025-26

Wednesday, January 22, 2025, By Cristina Hatem

Syracuse University Libraries’ Special Collections Research Center (SCRC) recently awarded its two Faculty Fellows grants for the 2025-26 academic year. Arun Brahmbhatt, assistant professor in the Department of Religion in the College of Arts and Sciences, and Zeke Leonard, associate…

Campus & Community

The Whitman School Publicly Launches Whitman Leadership Circle

Tuesday, January 21, 2025, By Dawn McWilliams

Merit scholarships that retain top first-year students. Fellowships that allow faculty to pursue their interests and bring emerging knowledge back into the classroom. Physical improvements to the Martin J. Whitman School of Management, including Flaum Grand Hall, a centralized gathering…

Business & Economy

Applications Open for 2025 ACC InVenture Campus Qualifier

Friday, December 6, 2024, By Cristina Hatem

Syracuse University is currently accepting applications through Jan. 31 for the 2025 campus qualifier competition for the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) InVenture Prize. Four finalist teams will be selected from the applicant pool to compete in the live (virtual) question-and-answer…

Campus & Community

2024-25 Orange Appreciation Days/Winter Break Information

Wednesday, December 4, 2024, By News Staff

In continuation of Syracuse University’s commitment to providing comprehensive benefits and in appreciation of the contributions of faculty and staff, the University will be operating under its holiday schedule and Orange Appreciation Days format for the winter break period from…

Campus & Community

FYS Students, Staff to Assist in Rescue Mission Telethon Dec. 8

Wednesday, December 4, 2024, By Diane Stirling

Every year, Syracuse University students positively impact Central New York through community-engaged learning and volunteer service. This is especially true for students participating in First Year Seminar (FYS), a required one-credit course for all first-year and transfer students. FYS program…

Campus & Community

2024 Holiday Giving Opportunities in the Syracuse Community

Thursday, November 21, 2024, By News Staff

As the holiday season approaches, there are several ways for members of the Syracuse University community to make the season brighter within the City of Syracuse and greater Central New York communities. Some giving opportunities include: PEACE, Inc. People’s Equal…

Campus & Community

What Does Seventh-Generation Thinking Mean?

Wednesday, November 20, 2024, By Renée K. Gadoua

When Haudenosaunee gather for a meal or event, they begin with the Thanksgiving Address. “Today we have gathered and we see that the cycles of life continue,” opens this statement of values, translated from the Mohawk version to English. “We…

Campus & Community

What’s Happening in CNY: Thanksgiving Week Guide 2024

Monday, November 18, 2024, By Christine Grabowski

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…