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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…

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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…

The Guardian

“Truth Social: will Trump’s ‘free speech haven’ overcome its rocky start?”

Sunday, February 27, 2022, By Lily Datz

JM Grygiel, associate professor of communications in the Newhouse School, was quoted in The Guardian story “Truth Social: will Trump’s ‘free speech haven’ overcome its rocky start?” Grygiel, an expert on social media and emerging platforms, explained that the technical…

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Apply Now for Sponsorship for the Summer Faculty Success Program

Friday, February 25, 2022, By Ellen de Graffenreid

The Office of Academic Affairs, through the division of Faculty Affairs, is pleased to co-sponsor a limited number of faculty members for several upcoming installments of the Faculty Success Program (FSP) through the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity….

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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…

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Message from Chancellor Kent Syverud

Friday, February 25, 2022, By News Staff

Dear Members of the Orange Community: I write today as the world observes, with great concern, news reports coming out of Ukraine with horrific images of airstrikes, bombings, gunfire and fleeing citizens. During the University Senate meeting Wednesday, I shared…

Media Tip Sheets

More Russian-Led Hacks, Cyberattacks On Critical Infrastructure Expected

Thursday, February 24, 2022, By Sophie Gomprecht

Officials are closely monitoring the advances of the Russian military force in Ukraine within the physical and digital landscapes. Cyberthreats to critical government infrastructure are a growing concern, not only targeted at Ukraine, but also Western nations and government agencies….

Health & Society

Falk Students Provide Essential Therapy Services While Gaining Clinical Practice

Thursday, February 24, 2022, By News Staff

Marriage and family therapy is one of the fastest-growing mental health disciplines. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 16% growth in employment of marriage and family therapists from 2020 to 2030, as compared to the projected 8% average growth for…

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Alert: Increased State-Sponsored Cyberattack Activity

Thursday, February 24, 2022, By News Staff

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is warning U.S. organizations to beware of a possible rise in state-sponsored cyberattacks. Syracuse University’s Information Security team within Information Technology Services (ITS) has not detected any marked increase in activity over the…

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Increase Your Understanding of DEIA Through Spring 2022 Workshops

Thursday, February 24, 2022, By News Staff

This spring, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion is once again offering its diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) educational workshops to faculty, students and staff.  The workshops, which can be found on diversity.syr.edu, provide participants with a foundational understanding…