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Campus & Community

Late Alumna Helped Advance Satellite Technology, Understanding of the Sun, Women in Science

Thursday, November 19, 2020, By Brandon Dyer

Astrophysicist Joan Feynman G’58 was a pioneer in solar physics. Her work helped explain the cycles of sunspots, and her insights on high-energy particles helped shape satellite technology. Feynman died on July 22 at 93. Feynman’s work accurately described the…

Campus & Community

Chancellor Addresses University Senate, Discusses Transition to Online Learning and Spring 2021 Planning

Wednesday, November 18, 2020, By News Staff

In his remarks to the University Senate Meeting, held virtually, Chancellor Kent Syverud addressed last week’s transition to online learning and planning for the Spring 2021 semester, among other items. Thank you, Marcelle. Good afternoon everyone. I will keep my…

Media, Law & Policy

Middle East Expert Available to Discuss Troop Withdrawal, Iran

Tuesday, November 17, 2020, By News Staff

If members of the press are looking for insight and historical perspective on how the withdrawal of U.S. troops impacts the Middle East, and/or the report that President Trump considered attacking Iran to stop its growing nuclear program, Middle East…

Campus & Community

Top Ten Finish: Syracuse Athletics Among Nation’s Best Academically

Tuesday, November 17, 2020, By News Staff

Syracuse University Athletics ranks in the top 10 among Power 5 schools with a 94 percent Graduation Success Rate (GSR). The GSR measurement reflects Orange student-athletes who enrolled in 2013-14 and earned their degrees within six years. The 94 percent…

Campus & Community

Annual Holiday Sharing Program Is Now Underway

Tuesday, November 17, 2020, By News Staff

This year, Syracuse University’s Holiday Sharing Program is again partnering with PEACE, Inc.’s Give-A-Holiday program to help local families in need during the holiday season. In 2019, 29 University schools, colleges and departments participated in the voluntary Holiday Sharing program….

Veterans

Stories of Service: Miguel Pica and Janina Rios

Tuesday, November 17, 2020, By News Staff

In celebration of veterans, the University recognizes the experiences and stories of student, faculty and staff veterans. These stories are just some of the many from among the veteran and military-connected community members on campus whom the University is dedicated…

Campus & Community

COVID-19 Update: Non-Essential Travel | NYS Travel and Quarantine Advisory | CDC Holiday Guidance

Monday, November 16, 2020, By News Staff

Dear Faculty and Staff: With the holiday season quickly approaching, many of you are likely beginning to plan for travel and family gatherings. Given the significant spike in COVID-19 cases around the country and right here in Central New York,…

STEM

Earth and Environmental Sciences Professors Contribute to Study on Future Climate Prediction

Monday, November 16, 2020, By Dan Bernardi

Tiny bubbles of ancient air trapped deep beneath the ice in Antarctica contain important information about our atmosphere. By drilling into the ice, scientists have analyzed these bubbles and determined that carbon dioxide (CO2) levels on Earth today are higher…

Health & Society

Six Thanksgiving Tips – Navigating Relationships With People You Love, Whose Ideas You Hate

Monday, November 16, 2020, By Daryl Lovell

The Thanksgiving dinner is probably a little smaller this year, but may include a family member or two whose political views are totally opposite of yours or downright offensive. What can you do to manage your own feelings and anxieties…

Campus & Community

Free Bus Transportation | Departure Testing Reminder | Residence Hall Checkout

Thursday, November 12, 2020, By News Staff

Dear Students and Families: With residential instruction now complete and all in-person, on-campus student activities paused, we are aware that many of our students have either already left campus or are planning to leave soon. We have already seen the…