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Gilman Scholarships Help SU Students Study Abroad

Wednesday, February 6, 2013, By Jennifer DeMarchi

Seven Syracuse University students taking part in SU study abroad programs this spring won Gilman International Scholarships and were awarded an amount totaling $32,500. Gilman Scholarships, which are available to United States citizens receiving federal financial aid, are awarded to…

Media, Law & Policy

Coder and Journalist Dan Schultz to Present ‘Hacking Journalism’ Feb. 6

Monday, January 28, 2013, By Wendy S. Loughlin

The second installment of the new Digital Edge Journalism seminar series in the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications will bring to campus Dan Schultz, a Knight-Mozilla Fellow at the Boston Globe. He will discuss “Hacking Journalism” on Wednesday, Feb….

Media, Law & Policy

Video: using drones to provide a new view for news

Thursday, January 24, 2013, By Keith Kobland

As part of the Digital Edge Journalism Series, Professor Dan Pacheco offers his insight into the use of remote-controlled drones to capture video for news media use. This video offers a glimpse into this technology, and why it must be…

Veterans

$500,000 Lockheed Martin gift to benefit IVMF programs that assist veterans, military families with post-service transition

Thursday, January 24, 2013, By News Staff

The Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University (IVMF) has announced Lockheed Martin as an IVMF One-Star Corporate Partner. The company’s commitment of $500,000 over the next three years will benefit the institute’s hands-on programs, activities and projects…

Arts & Culture

Glorious Storytelling in August Wilson’s Politically Potent, Humorous ‘Two Trains Running’

Thursday, January 24, 2013, By News Staff

In “Two Trains Running,” an optimistic ex-con enters the insular confines of Memphis Lee’s diner and awakens a cast of older and skeptical characters to the possibilities of a new era. Set in the turbulence of 1969, a time much like today, “Two Trains Running” is one of the most humorous and politically potent of Wilson’s 20th-Century Cycle plays.

Campus & Community

Surveying Faculty and Staff for a Healthier Campus

Wednesday, January 23, 2013, By Kathleen Haley

Susan Furtney, who heads the University Wellness Initiative, wants faculty and staff members to envision what a dynamic, accessible network of health and wellness programs on campus would look like. Healthy cooking classes, a South Campus trail system and access to onsite cholesterol checks—or other possibilities to be suggested by the campus community—are some options to think about.

STEM

From proteins to biosensors

Tuesday, January 22, 2013, By News Staff

Beckman Scholars gain real-world research experience Korrie Mack’s first experience in a research lab involved unpacking boxes, organizing benches, assembling equipment and labeling countless drawers to help a new faculty member set up his laboratory during the fall of 2011….

Campus & Community

Carrier Dome’s wireless sets it apart

Thursday, January 17, 2013, By News Staff

The Carrier Dome was already the largest domed stadium in the Northeast and the largest domed college arena in America. And now, the Dome contains WiFi infrastructure to rival that of any NFL stadium.

Media, Law & Policy

Drones kick off new ‘Digital Edge Journalism’ seminar series

Monday, January 14, 2013, By Wendy S. Loughlin

It sounds like fun and games, but the Newhouse School’s new “Digital Edge Journalism” seminar series will introduce journalism students to an important new tool for newsgathering: drones. Thanks to the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, which opens…

Campus & Community

Facade Improvement Program puts new face on several places along Connective Corridor

Thursday, December 13, 2012, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

On Dec. 14, this year’s festivities surrounding Temple Concord’s Annual Chanukah Dinner and Service will glow a little brighter. That evening, the congregation will dedicate its new energy efficient LED lighting and walkway, recently installed as part of the Connective…