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Mueller’s Internet Governance Advisory Efforts Recognized
Most people turn on their computers and log on to the Internet every day without a second thought. For one faculty member at the School of Information Studies (iSchool), though, how the Internet is governed, the intricacies of its infrastructure…
Newton Appointed a Provost’s Faculty Fellow
Interim Vice Chancellor and Provost Liz Liddy today announced that she has appointed Cathryn Newton, dean emerita and professor of earth sciences and of interdisciplinary sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences, to serve as a Provost’s Faculty Fellow….
Because Social Security Is a Legacy for All Generations
A sign outside of Professor of Social Work Eric Kingson’s campus office reads, “Hands off our children & grandchildren’s Social Security,” which is one of several key messages found in the book he recently co-authored with attorney, author and long-time…
Architecture Students Blend Safety, Community Spaces for Church
When Freedom by Design took on the task to create a handicap-accessible ramp at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, they decided to expand on the concept. Students are constructing the ramp, along with a shelter, outdoor storage and community spaces.
Assessment Team Recommends Accreditation for Department of Public Safety
Following a thorough assessment of the department’s policies, procedures, management, operations and support services, a team of assessors for the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) returned to their headquarters with a strong recommendation in support of the…
Faculty, Trustees Engage Together in Strategic Plan Brainstorming Session
Faculty representatives from the University’s Academic Strategic Plan Steering Committee engaged members of the Board of Trustees in what participants characterized as a lively and informative discussion and brainstorming session during the board’s recent winter retreat. The brainstorming session was…
Women’s Studies Pioneer Rosi Braidotti to Speak Feb. 12-13
One of Europe’s leading contemporary philosophers and feminist theoreticians is giving two lectures at Syracuse University. Rosi Braidotti, Distinguished University Professor and founding director of the Centre for the Humanities at Utrecht University (Netherlands), will discuss “The Political: What Does…
Posse Foundation President Deborah Bial Visits Syracuse Posse Scholars
Syracuse Posse Scholars and their mentors, deans, faculty and staff joined Chancellor Kent Syverud at a luncheon to kick off Bial’s visit.
Boroujerdi Appointed as Faculty Fellow for Internationalization
Interim Vice Chancellor and Provost Liz Liddy announced today that she has appointed Mehrzad Boroujerdi, professor and chair of political science in the Maxwell School, to serve as a Provost’s Faculty Fellow with a focus on strengthening internationalization. It is…
Syracuse University Announces Self-Imposed Post-Season Ban
The University previously notified the NCAA that it has instituted a self-imposed post-season ban for the men’s basketball 2014-15 season as part of its case pending before the NCAA Committee on Infractions.