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Arts & Culture

Best-Selling Author George Saunders Speaking for the University Lectures Thursday Evening

Wednesday, October 17, 2018, By Kevin Morrow

George Saunders G’88, best-selling author (“Lincoln in the Bardo,” “Tenth of December”) and professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S), launches the 18th season of the University Lectures season on Thursday, Oct. 18, at 7:30 p.m….

Campus & Community

Record Crowd Expected for Orange Central

Tuesday, October 16, 2018, By John Boccacino

Campus is gearing up for a record-setting Orange Central. For the second straight year, more people than ever have signed up for Syracuse University’s annual homecoming and reunion weekend. Registration has grown by nearly 90 percent since 2016, with more…

Campus & Community

Remembrance Week, Commemorative Activities Will Honor the Victims of Pan Am Flight 103

Tuesday, October 16, 2018, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the bombing of Pan Am 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, on Dec. 21, 1988. Syracuse University and the University’s Remembrance and Lockerbie Scholars have planned events and activities—from exhibitions to panel discussions to a…

Campus & Community

Current Students Celebrate Orange Pride During Orange Central

Monday, October 15, 2018, By Joyce LaLonde

Orange Central at Syracuse University is not your ordinary homecoming. Homecoming, reunion and so much more, Orange Central is also a time for current students to celebrate their Orange pride and form lasting connections to the University. Current students are…

Campus & Community

Two Dedicated Alumni to Receive Generation Orange Award at Orange Central

Monday, October 15, 2018, By John Boccacino

Evin Floyd Robinson ’12, G’14 and Jessica Santana ’11, G’13 help prepare the next generation of technology leaders in New York City through access to the development, mentoring, networking and professional experiences that prepare them for degrees and careers in technology. Robinson and…

STEM

The Untapped Power of Fuel Cells

Friday, October 12, 2018, By Matt Wheeler

In recent years, renewable energy has been on the rise in the United States. Still, the overwhelming majority of our energy comes from fossil fuels. And, renewable energy needs to overcome significant limitations and obstacles to contribute a greater share…

Campus & Community

Three Passionate Alumni to Receive Eggers Award at Orange Central

Friday, October 12, 2018, By John Boccacino

A past president of the Syracuse University Alumni Association. An influential advocate for victims of domestic violence. A visionary television producer. Three outstanding alumni who embody the spirit of Syracuse University are the 2018 class of Eggers Award winners. This…

Campus & Community

Chancellor Syverud Addresses Oct. 10 University Senate Meeting

Friday, October 12, 2018, By News Staff

Chancellor Kent Syverud discussed shared governance and the comprehensive review of Greek Life at the Oct. 10 University Senate meeting.  He recognized the Institute for Veterans and Military Families as it celebrates 100,000 individuals served and gave an update on…

Arts & Culture

Syracuse Stage Presents World Premiere Inspired by Local History

Thursday, October 11, 2018, By News Staff

Syracuse Stage continues the 2018/19 season with a world premiere production, “Possessing Harriet,” Oct. 17 – Nov. 4. Written by award-winning local playwright and Syracuse Stage associate artistic director Kyle Bass, the 90-minute drama, commissioned by the Onondaga Historical Association,…

Media, Law & Policy

Bleier Center to Host ‘Mr. Soul’ Screening, Q&A with Director

Thursday, October 11, 2018, By Wendy S. Loughlin

The Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture will host a screening of the documentary “Mr. Soul! Ellis Haizlip and the Birth of Black Power TV” and a Q&A with producer/director Melissa Haizlip Oct. 16 at the Newhouse School. The…