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Women in Leadership Initiative Adopts Vision and Mission, Offers New Cohort Experience in 2022
Syracuse University’s Women in Leadership Initiative (WiL) launched in 2018 when Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff Candace Campbell Jackson set out to create unique experiences that encourage, promote and support the advancement of women faculty and staff. Since…
When It Comes to the Environmental Impact of Hydrofracking vs. Conventional Gas/Oil Drilling, Research Shows the Differences May Be Minimal
Crude oil production and natural gas withdrawals in the United States have lessened the country’s dependence on foreign oil and provided financial relief to U.S. consumers, but have also raised longstanding concerns about environmental damage, such as groundwater contamination. A…
Despite Concerns, Burton Says ‘Amazement Awaits’ at Tokyo Olympics
With respect for the world and its people, We can compete passionately without hatred. With respect for the world and its people, We can take pride in the achievement of strangers. With respect for the world and its people, We…
Center for Disability Resources Honors Faculty, Staff in Annual Recognition Awards
In a year of a pandemic that created challenges for access, nominations were at an all-time high for faculty and staff who went above and beyond to ensure the success of students needing accommodations. Every year, the Center for Disability…
Entertainment Attractions Could Save Struggling Shopping Malls
Ray Wimer, professor of retail practice in the Whitman School, was quoted in the Syracuse.com story, “8 ways Destiny USA might bounce back: Can laser mazes, musicals and doctors save a struggling mall?” Wimer remarked, “Entertainment attractions have a big…
Trustee Member, Alumnus Cliff Ensley Reflects on Taking Challenges, Making an Impact
In 1978, Cliff Ensley ’69, ’70, G’71 had an idea to start his own business and just $2,500 to do it. He was used to taking on challenges—there was no stopping him. Growing up, he struggled with a learning disability—at…
Into the Fray: Carolyn Bourdeaux G’03 Joins Congress Days Before Capitol Riot
Less than three months into her freshman term, U.S. Rep. Carolyn Bourdeaux G’03 watched from the House floor as her first legislation passed with a near unanimous 415-3 vote. Like Bourdeaux herself, the Paycheck Protection Program Extension Act of 2021…
Increase in Coverage for Women’s College Sports
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor of television, radio and film and director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture in the Newhouse School, was quoted in the Associated Press story, “Women’s college sports get boost in TV ratings, visibility,” and…
Cybersecurity Programs Help Veterans Transition to Civilian Workforce
Shiu-Kai Chin, professor in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, and Christopher Springs, student veteran in the College of Professional Studies, were interviewed for the INSIGHT Into Diversity article “Cybersecurity Programs Offer Veterans a Natural Transition to Civilian Workforce.”…
Housing Committee Announces Results of Review, Acquisition of The Marshall
Updated apartments and suite-stye units for undergraduates living on campus, and additional housing on South Campus for juniors and seniors, graduate students and others are just some of the priority items in Syracuse University’s new housing strategy. The strategy, which…