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GET Curriculum Workshop explored best practices for experiential learning
In 2008, Syracuse University and JPMorgan Chase & Co., through a unique university-industry collaboration, piloted the Global Enterprise Technology (GET) program. As information technology curricula must adapt to rapid changes in the workplace and in an ever-expanding global marketplace, this…
SU Abroad Executive Director Jon Booth to retire
After 17 years at SU Abroad—11 as deputy director and the past six as executive director— Jon Booth will step down as executive director on Oct. 1 and work with leaders in Academic Affairs to support the transition of SU…
Graduate student shares passion for science with middle school students during Science Horizons Summer Program
When Nadia Essi was selected as the only eighth-grade student from Levy Middle School to attend a science camp at Syracuse University, she was excited to learn more about a subject she had come to love. “My fifth-grade teacher, Mrs….
Mark Linder named inaugural Chancellor’s Fellow in the Humanities
Mark Linder, Syracuse Architecture associate professor, has been named the inaugural Chancellor’s Fellow in the Humanities beginning in August. This position marks the critical place of architecture within the humanities. It will offer new avenues for programming with the Humanities…
Brianna Carrier named 2011 Udall Scholar
Brianna Carrier ’12, a dual major in geography and policy studies in The College of Arts and Sciences, has been selected as a 2011 Udall Scholar.
Local teachers prepare students for summer science adventure
Forty middle school students from throughout Onondaga County were selected to take part in the 19th annual Bristol-Myers Squibb Science Horizons program at Syracuse University. The program, which includes field trips, lectures and hands-on learning opportunities, will kick off on…
SU Native American student named Udall Scholar
Brianna Carrier ’12, a dual major in geography and policy studies in Syracuse University’s College of Arts and Sciences, has been selected as a 2011 Udall Scholar. A member of the Turtle Clan of the Mohawk Nation, she is one…
Miron receives inaugural Bresnan Ethics in Business Award from The Cable Center
Syracuse University Trustee Robert Miron ‘59 has been honored as the first recipient of the Bresnan Ethics in Business Award, presented by The Cable Center. Miron, retired Bright House Networks chairman, received the honor, named after the late cable pioneer…
VA awards Burton Blatt Institute partner contract to examine employment of veterans
Thanks to a $483,000 grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University, in partnership with veteran-owned business Corporate Gray, will conduct substantial research to improve the hiring and retention of veterans by…
VPA announces establishment of Philip H. Stevens Award in industrial and interaction design
Syracuse University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) has announced the establishment of the Philip H. Stevens Award in the college’s industrial and interaction design (IID) program in its Department of Design. The award is named in honor of…