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CNY Central

“Is in-person shopping a thing of the past, as millions move online?”

Sunday, February 14, 2021, By Lily Datz

Shelley Kohan, adjunct faculty member in the Whitman School, was interviewed by CNY Central for the story “Is in-person shopping a thing of the past, as millions move online?” Kohan, an expert on the retail industry, says that in-person shopping…

Campus & Community

New Faculty Professional Development Opportunities Focus on Inclusive Excellence

Sunday, February 14, 2021, By Ellen de Graffenreid

All Syracuse University faculty and instructors are invited to participate in two upcoming professional development opportunities focused on inclusive excellence. The Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence invites faculty to participate in a Partnership for Inclusive Education. The purpose of…

Campus & Community

International Students in China Volunteer to Organize Student Activities in Shanghai

Friday, February 12, 2021, By Brandon Dyer

The travel restrictions put in place due to COVID have kept many newly enrolled international students home as they were about to begin their coursework at Syracuse University. The majority of these students live in China, so the University partnered…

Yahoo! Lifestyle

“Map of Minimum Wages By State Shows How Badly We Need $15/Hour.”

Thursday, February 11, 2021, By Lily Datz

Research from Maxwell’s Shannon Monnat, associate professor of sociology, Jennifer Karas Montez, professor of sociology, and Douglas Wolf, professor of public administration and international affairs, was featured by Yahoo! Lifestyle in the story “Map of Minimum Wages By State Shows…

Campus & Community

Celebrating the Life of Wynetta Devore

Thursday, February 11, 2021, By News Staff

Professor Emerita of Social Work Wynetta Devore was a teacher and scholar whose life focused on serving God, the Syracuse community where she lived and that she loved, and students she taught during her decadeslong distinguished career. She received an…

Campus & Community

Identity Week 2021 Celebrates Diversity

Thursday, February 11, 2021, By Gabrielle Lake

Next week is Identity Week, celebrating the diversity and intersectionality of the Syracuse University community. With the help of the Dean of Students Office and cross campus partners, Identity Week will include events, speakers and guided conversations to promote the…

Campus & Community

Explore Winter Activities with the Barnes Center at The Arch     

Thursday, February 11, 2021, By Gabrielle Lake

The Orange community is invited to enjoy winter and experience a variety of exciting programs and events. Explore other opportunities to build your unique Syracuse University student experience with the Be Involved Checklist. “Programs and events welcome all skill levels…

Business & Economy

Funding Available for Student Innovation Plans

Thursday, February 11, 2021, By Cristina Hatem

Syracuse University Libraries’ Blackstone LaunchPad & Techstars is accepting applications on a rolling basis from undergraduate and graduate students who need help moving an idea from concept to commercialization. Grants of up to $2,500 may be awarded to individual students…

Campus & Community

COVID-19 Update: Spring 2021 Underway, Important Reminders to Stay Healthy and Safe

Wednesday, February 10, 2021, By News Staff

Dear Students, Families, Faculty and Staff: Welcome back to campus and to the Spring 2021 academic semester! As the new semester gets underway, I am writing to share some important information. First, however, I want to say thank you to…

Syracuse.com

“No social distancing problems: Professor turns Carrier Dome into what could be nation’s biggest classroom”

Wednesday, February 10, 2021, By Lily Datz

Jeff Rubin, associate professor of practice in the School of Information Studies, was featured by Syracuse.com for his use of the stadium as a classroom this semester. The story, “No social distancing problems: Professor turns Carrier Dome into what could…