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Arts & Culture

Humanities Center Ends Year on High Note

Tuesday, April 19, 2016, By Rob Enslin

The Humanities Center in the College of Arts and Sciences concludes its spring series with appearances by several luminaries, including social entrepreneurs Sanjit “Bunker” Roy and Meagan Fallone. “We’re ending our season on a high note,” says Vivian May, director…

Campus & Community

ACM Distinguished Speaker Comes to Campus to Speak about Biometrics

Tuesday, April 19, 2016, By News Staff

The Syracuse University ACM Chapter will be hosting an ACM Distinguished Speaker at the iSchool on April 27 at 6:30 p.m. in the Katzer Room, 347 Hinds Hall. Presenting on the topic “Can Biometics Improve Security?” Dr. Nalini Ratha’s presentation…

STEM

Bei Yu Named iSchool’s First Katchmar-Wilhelm Professor

Monday, April 18, 2016, By J.D. Ross

The School of Information Studies (iSchool) has selected Associate Professor Bei Yu as the inaugural Katchmar-Wilhelm Endowed Professor. The first named faculty position in the iSchool’s history, the Katchmar-Wilhelm professorship was made possible from a portion of the generous bequest of…

Media, Law & Policy

Madeleine Albright Delivers Tanner Lecture, Speaks to Maxwell Classes

Thursday, April 14, 2016, By Jessica Smith

Madeleine Albright, former U.S. Secretary of State (1997-2001) and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, visited the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs on April 5 to deliver the Tanner Lecture on Ethics, Citizenship and Public Responsibility. While…

Arts & Culture

Sanjit ‘Bunker’ Roy, Meagan Fallone to Visit Central New York April 21-22

Thursday, April 14, 2016, By Rob Enslin

Syracuse Symposium continues its yearlong “Networks” theme with a rare University appearance by social entrepreneurs Sanjit “Bunker” Roy and Meagan Fallone, on Thursday and Friday, April 21-22. Roy is founder and director of the internationally acclaimed Barefoot College in India—the…

Arts & Culture

Architecture Students Explore Sustainable Design in Heart of Dubai

Thursday, April 14, 2016, By Elaine Wackerow

Each semester, advanced-level architecture students enrolled in Syracuse Architecture visiting critic studios have the opportunity to engage in a unique, full-scope design experience led by highly knowledgeable faculty and/or architects. Within a small setting, students work in teams to pursue…

STEM

Ceremony Today to Honor New Meredith Professors

Thursday, April 14, 2016, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Robert Doyle, professor of chemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences, and Peter Wilcoxen, professor of public administration and international affairs in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, will be named as the 2016-19 Laura J. and…

STEM

CSTEP Students Participate in Annual Conference

Wednesday, April 13, 2016, By Jennifer Russo

Eight scholars in the Collegiate Science & Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) presented their research at CSTEP’s 24th Annual Statewide Student Conference. The conference theme this year was “Journeys Beyond Excellence,” and was aimed at embodying the nearly 30 years of…

Campus & Community

Four Honorary Degrees to Be Awarded at Syracuse University’s 2016 Commencement

Wednesday, April 13, 2016, By Kathleen Haley

A lifelong wildlife conservationist; a football icon and esteemed business and civic leader; a towering figure in the world of communications; and a renowned writer will receive honorary degrees for their contributions in their fields.

Campus & Community

Epsilanty, Vanderhoek Appointed Associate Vice Presidents in AEA

Tuesday, April 12, 2016, By News Staff

Matthew Ter Molen, chief advancement officer and senior vice president, has announced two key appointments in the Division of Advancement and External Affairs. Alexandra Epsilanty L’92 will assume the role of associate vice president for international engagement, while Lynn Vanderhoek…