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Uncovering the Secrets Behind Earth’s First Major Mass Extinction
We all know that the dinosaurs died in a mass extinction. But did you know that there were other mass extinctions? There are five most significant mass extinctions, known as the “big five,” where at least three quarters of all…
Reminder: Review the DEIA Draft Strategic Plan and Complete the Survey
Dear Members of the Syracuse University Community: We are writing today to remind and encourage you to review the draft of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) Strategic Plan and complete the accompanying survey by Monday, Nov. 15. In…
University’s 37th Annual International Thanksgiving Celebration Is Nov. 18
First-year international students and members of the University community will come together for Syracuse University’s 37th Annual International Thanksgiving Celebration on Thursday, Nov. 18. Approximately 500 members of the University community are expected to take part in the annual tradition…
Fiserv Extends Commitment to Investing in Growth of IVMF
The Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) has announced an additional $7 million commitment from Fiserv, a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology and a proud supporter of the military community. As a longtime partner of…
College of Law to Honor Veterans Nov. 9
On Tuesday, Nov. 9, at noon, the Syracuse University College of Law and members of the greater Syracuse legal community will gather in Dineen Hall’s Melanie Gray Ceremonial Courtroom to celebrate the College of Law’s fourth annual Veterans Day Ceremony….
Facebook’s New Advertising Techniques and What the Motivation Behind Them Might Be
Beth Egan, associate professor of advertising in the Newhouse School, was interviewed by CNN for the story “Big Tech television ads paint a rosy picture of a problematic industry.” Professor Beth Egan discussed Facebook’s recent ad launch, featuring a unique…
How Is Social Media Affecting the Minds of Young People?
Jennifer Stromer-Galley, professor in the School of Information Studies and Senior Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, was interviewed by WAER, for the piece, “Social Media Companies Face Scrutiny Over Effects on Young People.” Stromer-Galley talks about how social media is under…
The Rise in Social Media and Its Effects On Children
Makana Chock, associate professor of communications at the Newhouse School, was interviewed by Spectrum, for the piece, “Why it’s best to talk with kids about what they’re viewing online.” Chock explains kid’s relationship to social media, saying, “There’s this fear…
Syracuse University Art Museum Announces New Curator
The Syracuse University Art Museum has announced the appointment of Melissa Yuen, Ph.D., as the museum’s new curator. Yuen, a curator and art historian, comes to Syracuse from the Sheldon Museum of Art, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and will join the…
Orange After Dark | LGBTQ Resource Center Game Night | Yoga
Dear Students and Families: Thanksgiving break is a little more than two weeks away—something to look forward to as we near the end of the semester. Until then, remember to build in time during your busy academic schedule to enjoy…