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Research Shows Wastewater Testing Improves Predictions for COVID-19 Hospital Admissions

Monday, November 20, 2023, By Matt Michael

Testing wastewater for COVID-19 provides a better forecast of new COVID hospital admissions than clinical data, according to a Syracuse University research team led by postdoctoral researcher Dustin Hill. The COVID-19 pandemic has been a burden on the U.S. health…

Campus & Community

Forever Orange Scholarship Helps Graduate Student Molly Gross Find Her Career Path

Friday, November 17, 2023, By Matt Michael

Molly Gross ’22, G’23 is proof that it’s never too late in your academic career to change your career goals. In Spring 2022, Gross was set to graduate with a public health degree. She was a work-study student in the…

Campus & Community

Holidays at Hendricks Returns Sunday, Dec. 3, With 2 In-Person Performances

Friday, November 17, 2023, By Dara Harper

Syracuse University invites students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members to “Holidays at Hendricks,” which will include two in-person performances in Hendricks Chapel as well as a recorded virtual concert. On Sunday, Dec. 3, performances will take place in Hendricks…

Veterans

Meet Lt. Col. Michael Skarda, Syracuse University’s Air Force ROTC Detachment Commander

Friday, November 17, 2023, By Charlie Poag

When Michael Skarda started the journey of becoming a commissioned officer in the U.S. Air Force, there were no indications that his military career was beginning amidst two decades of conflict. In 2002, Skarda joined the Air Force’s Reserve Officer…

Campus & Community

Nominations Sought for MLK Unsung Hero Award

Friday, November 17, 2023, By Dara Harper

Each year, Syracuse University hosts the largest MLK Jr. Celebration held on any college campus. As part of the program, several community members who embody the spirit of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. receive the Unsung Hero Award. The…

Campus & Community

Opportunities Available for Campus Community Members to Participate in Holiday Giving, Volunteerism

Thursday, November 16, 2023, By News Staff

For those looking to voluntarily contribute to the distribution of holiday items to local nonprofit organizations in Syracuse, the Office of Community Engagement makes this seamless. “As the holiday season approaches for this year, the Office of Community Engagement encourages…

Campus & Community

Chancellor Syverud Updates University Senate on Student Housing, Benefits

Wednesday, November 15, 2023, By News Staff

Chancellor Kent Syverud addressed University Senate at its meeting today. His remarks were as follows: Thank you, Professor Reed. I need to update the Senate on two pieces of University business before turning to current issues for our community regarding…

Media Tip Sheets

Featured Media Coverage – Week of Nov. 6

Wednesday, November 15, 2023, By Daryl Lovell

Syracuse University thought leaders, events and research news were showcased in the following news outlets this month: Gretchen Purser, associate professor of sociology in the Maxwell School, was quoted in the BBC article “Why so many healthcare workers are walking…

Arts & Culture

Q&A With Alex Jainchill: Illuminating the Story of Malcolm X at the Met Opera

Wednesday, November 15, 2023, By Kathleen Haley

How do you illuminate the powerful story of civil rights leader Malcolm X on the opera stage? It was a challenge that lighting designer Alex Jainchill couldn’t pass up, working on a groundbreaking opera at the renowned Metropolitan Opera in…

Campus & Community

What Is Happening in CNY: Thanksgiving Week Guide

Tuesday, November 14, 2023, By Christine Grabowski

Planning to be in the Central New York area for Thanksgiving break? We have the guide for you of fun things that are going on and where to order your Thanksgiving take-out if you don’t want to cook! If you’re…