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Weekend Preview: Midterm Stressbuster | ‘The Batman’ Movie Premiere | Grocery Bingo

Thursday, March 3, 2022, By News Staff

Dear Students and Families: Spring break is less than two weeks away, which means many of you are preparing for midterms next week. Throughout the week, remember to take breaks, get plenty of rest and participate in activities to help…

Campus & Community

What’s at Stake in Ukraine? Insights Into the Invasion, De-Escalation and Short- and Long-Term Implications

Thursday, March 3, 2022, By John Boccacino

From the moment Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his offensive into the sovereign nation of Ukraine on Feb. 24, the ongoing international conflict has dominated the headlines. With all the uncertainty surrounding the conflict in Ukraine—from the loss of life…

Campus & Community

Remembering Robert S. Phillips, Alumnus and Former Professor of English

Wednesday, March 2, 2022, By Dan Bernardi

Robert S. Phillips ′60, G′63, former assistant director of admissions and professor of English, died at the age of 83. A proud alumnus of the University, Phillips received bachelor’s degrees in English and advertising and a master’s degree in English….

Arts & Culture

School of Architecture Professor, Alumna Elevated to AIA College of Fellows

Wednesday, March 2, 2022, By Julie Sharkey

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently elevated member-architects, including two School of Architecture affiliates, to its prestigious College of Fellows. Professor Lori A. Brown and Joanna L. Schmickel ’87 (B.Arch.) have received this prestigious honor as recognition of their…

CNET

“Big Tech’s Support for Ukraine Recasts Industry’s Global Role”

Tuesday, March 1, 2022, By Lily Datz

JM Grygiel, associate professor of communications in the Newhouse School, was quoted in the CNET story “Big Tech’s Support for Ukraine Recasts Industry’s Global Role.” Grygiel, who studies social media and emerging media, explained how tech companies have always struggled in…

Spectrum News

“Legacy of #44 at Syracuse University spans decades of sports history”

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Lily Datz

Meg Mason, university archivist with the Special Collections Research Center in Bird Library, was interviewed for the Spectrum News story “Legacy of #44 at Syracuse University spans decades of sports history.” Last December marked the 60th anniversary of Ernie Davis…

Campus & Community

Atrocity Studies Annual Lecture to Address Climate Change and International Security

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Martin Walls

During the 2022 Atrocity Studies Annual Lecture—presented by the School of Education—a panel of experts in environmental politics, law and security, and environmental peacebuilding will address climate change as a risk factor for mass atrocities, the national and international responses…

Campus & Community

Hendricks Chapel Inspires Discovery During Interfaith Exploration Week

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Delaney Van Wey

Exploring a faith tradition other than one’s own—or exploring religion and spirituality in general—can provide perspective, empathy and a deepened understanding of one’s own identity. From March 3 through March 10, the campus and larger Syracuse communities are invited to…

Campus & Community

Maxwell Alumni Wonder if Changes They Worked for in Afghanistan Will Endure

Friday, February 25, 2022, By Jessica Youngman

Leaving dust in their wake, the young Afghan women set out for a miles-long run along a trail riddled with rocks and, every so often, a spent bullet. The casings and an occasional rusted Soviet tank served as reminders of…

STEM

Women in Science and Engineering Helping to Boost Women in STEM

Thursday, February 24, 2022, By Kathleen Haley

Hundreds of people—students and faculty—in STEM fields have been mentored, energized and supported in their advancement through the work of Syracuse University’s Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE), since its inception more than 20 years ago. Serving 19 STEM departments…