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Campus & Community

Success Scholars Program Recognizes Academic Achievements of First-Year Students

Friday, March 1, 2024, By Wendy S. Loughlin

First-year students and transfer students in their first year who have already achieved academic success at the University were honored at the Success Scholars reception Feb. 23. The Success Scholars program recognizes new students who earned a GPA of 3.75…

STEM

An Inside Look at the New Quantum Technology Lab in ECS

Friday, March 1, 2024, By Kwami Maranga

Two-dimensional (2D) materials are the thinnest nanomaterials known to exist. Being only a single or few layers of atoms thick, these delicate sheets have found many applications in electronic devices, quantum optics and photovoltaic technology. Pankaj K. Jha, assistant professor…

Business & Economy

Whitman School Receives Insight Into Diversity Magazine’s 2024 Inspiring Programs in Business Award

Thursday, February 29, 2024, By Dawn McWilliams

The Whitman School of Management received the 2024 Inspiring Programs in Business Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the largest and oldest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education. The Inspiring Programs in Business Award honors colleges and universities that…

Campus & Community

Jessamyn Neuhaus Named Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence

Monday, February 26, 2024, By Wendy S. Loughlin

Jessamyn Neuhaus, an experienced academic and higher education administrator with a track record of innovation and collaboration, has been named the next director of Syracuse University’s Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence, effective Aug. 1. The announcement was made today…

Campus & Community

Faculty Needed to Serve as First Year Seminar Lead Instructors

Thursday, February 22, 2024, By Wendy S. Loughlin

One of the key factors in creating a sense of belonging among students is positive relationships with faculty. Research shows that students who feel a connection to their professors are more likely to view their institution as a welcoming place,…

Campus & Community

Men of Color Initiative: A Brotherhood That Lifts Up, Supports Its Members

Tuesday, February 20, 2024, By John Boccacino

“Each One, Teach One.” This powerful African proverb emphasizes how, after someone learns to read or write, they have an obligation and a responsibility to pass that knowledge on to someone else, thus spreading wisdom and education throughout their city…

Campus & Community

For the Love of Pets: Celebrating National Love Your Pet Day

Tuesday, February 20, 2024, By Christine Grabowski

Happy National Love Your Pet Day! To celebrate this special day, we asked members of our community to share photos of their furry friends. Thank you to everyone who submitted photos; we couldn’t include them all but here are just…

Campus & Community

National ACPA Honor Awarded to Robert Hradsky

Tuesday, February 20, 2024, By Gabrielle Lake

Robert Hradsky, Ed.D., vice president for student engagement in Student Experience, has been inducted into the ACPA – College Student Educators International Diamond Honoree Class of 2024. Hradsky will be among the group of 18 individuals recognized during the ACPA…

Campus & Community

Syracuse University Honored With 2024 Senator Simon Spotlight Award for Campus Internationalization

Monday, February 19, 2024, By Kathleen Haley

Syracuse University has been awarded a prestigious 2024 Senator Paul Simon Spotlight Award for Campus Internationalization by NAFSA: Association of International Educators. Named after the late U.S. Sen. Paul Simon of Illinois, the annual NAFSA Simon awards celebrate outstanding commitment…

Arts & Culture

College of Visual and Performing Arts Announces 2024 VPA Scholars

Sunday, February 18, 2024, By Erica Blust

Twelve seniors in the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) have been named VPA Scholars, the college’s highest undergraduate academic honor. The VPA Scholars program was established to recognize the achievements of the college’s top seniors. Students are selected…