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Emissions Report Co-Authored by Driscoll Gains Widespread Attention

Thursday, June 5, 2014, By Keith Kobland

Charles Driscoll, University Professor of environmental systems engineering, found himself answering a lot of questions this week. The questions were from members of the media, waiting to report on Driscoll’s reaction to newly proposed EPA emissions guidelines for nearly 2,400…

Campus & Community

Consider Zimride Before Renewing Parking Permits

Wednesday, May 28, 2014, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Parking permit renewal time is a good time to consider starting or joining a carpool. Carpooling—two or more University employees who commute to work together—allows individuals to share driving responsibilities, lowers the cost of commuting and parking, and reduces parking…

Campus & Community

Part-Time Graduates Honored at University College Convocation

Tuesday, May 13, 2014, By Eileen Jevis

University College honored the part-time undergraduate students of the Class of 2014 at its 66th annual Convocation and Commencement Celebration held May 8 at Hendricks Chapel. Dean Bea González presided over the ceremony, which featured keynote speaker Rabbi Charles Sherman,…

Campus & Community

Strauskulage, Usman Honored by Goldwater Foundation

Tuesday, May 6, 2014, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Junior Luke Strauskulage has been named as a 2014-15 Goldwater Scholar. Sophomore Samantha Usman was recognized with a Goldwater Honorable Mention. Goldwater Scholars are selected on the basis of academic merit from a field of mathematics, science and engineering students…

The Impacts of a Wetland Restored

Thursday, April 17, 2014, By Kathleen Haley

In the St. Lawrence River watershed, the recovery of the Blanding’s turtle and the golden-winged warbler is an important indicator for researchers assessing the viability of public-private partnerships to restore wetlands. Their work is providing answers to ensure conservation efforts in this region—and possibly beyond.

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Open Seminar Talk by Corey Robin: ‘Being a Public Intellectual: It’s Easier—and Harder—Than You Think’

Monday, March 24, 2014, By News Staff

You are invited to attend an open seminar talk, sponsored by the Department of English and the College of Arts and Sciences, to be held on Friday, March 28, at 2 p.m. in 304 Tolley.  Prof. Robin will draw from…

Saunders Wins More Hardware, Prepares to Launch ‘Kindness’ Book

Thursday, March 13, 2014, By Rob Enslin

This spring is shaping up to be another busy one for George Saunders G’88, acclaimed author and professor of English in The College of Arts and Sciences. This past weekend, the Oneonta, N.Y., resident traveled to London to receive the…

Chauncey D. Holmes Lecture and Awards Ceremony to Feature UC Santa Cruz Professor and Six Student Honorees

Wednesday, March 12, 2014, By Sarah Scalese

Six students representing four of Syracuse University’s schools and colleges will be honored for excellence in introductory Earth science at the annual Chauncey D. Holmes Lecture and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, March 20, in the Heroy Geology Laboratory Auditorium. The…

Community Engagement to Be Honored at Annual CAPES Award Ceremony April 23

Wednesday, March 5, 2014, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Syracuse University will honor students, faculty, staff and community partners who embody SU’s commitment to engagement with the local community with the 2014 Chancellor’s Award for Public Engagement and Scholarship (CAPES). The awards will be given at a ceremony on Wednesday,…