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Syracuse University Food Services Receives A+ Score from PETA for Fourth Consecutive Year

Thursday, January 2, 2020, By Keone Weigl

For the fourth consecutive year, Syracuse University’s dining centers have received an A+ rating from PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), placing the University on the Dean’s List in PETA’s college rankings. According to VeganReportCard.com, “The Dean’s List…

Campus & Community

Faculty to Select Candidates for the Provost’s Advisory Committee on Promotion and Tenure

Tuesday, December 17, 2019, By News Staff

At the beginning of Spring Semester 2020, the Syracuse University Senate will launch an online election to select candidates across the schools and colleges to serve on the Provost’s Advisory Committee on Promotion and Tenure. Electronic ballots will be sent…

Campus & Community

Statement from Syracuse University Regarding Closure of Crouse-Hinds Hall on Thursday, Dec. 5

Thursday, December 5, 2019, By News Staff

Syracuse University must prioritize the academic well-being of all students who are taking or who are preparing to take final exams and deliver end-of-semester presentations. To protect the academic environment of our classrooms, we have moved all classes out of…

Media, Law & Policy

From ‘Justice for Jenny’ to Justice for All: Burton Blatt Institute Redefines ‘Supported Decision Making’

Thursday, December 5, 2019, By News Staff

Think about all the decisions you make in your life. From where you work, to what you eat, to whom you associate with, to where you live, to politicians you vote for—human lives are ruled by myriad decisions that people,…

Health & Society

ADA Live! Program Focuses on ‘Supported Decision-Making: From Justice for Jenny to Justice for All!’

Monday, November 25, 2019, By News Staff

“ADA Live!” is a free online program of the Southeast ADA Center, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University. “ADA Live!” focuses on the rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). New episodes are…

Campus & Community

Message from Keith A. Alford, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer

Sunday, November 24, 2019, By News Staff

Dear Alumni, While the University has been communicating with all of our alumni, I wanted you to hear directly from me. I’m Keith Alford, Syracuse University’s first chief diversity and inclusion officer. Suffice it to say, this has been a…

Campus & Community

Message from Chancellor Kent Syverud

Thursday, November 21, 2019, By News Staff

Dear Members of the Syracuse University Community: This morning I shared that I would be meeting with a group of Jewish students to hear their concerns and to work toward solutions. The students and I discussed and agreed to these…

Campus & Community

Message from Parent and Family Services

Thursday, November 21, 2019, By News Staff

Dear Parents and Families: I am writing to provide an update. Today, Vice Chancellor and Provost Michele Wheatly announced that the University will remain open Friday. While classes are in session, all faculty and students have broad discretion in regard…

Campus & Community

Message from Chancellor Kent Syverud

Thursday, November 21, 2019, By News Staff

Dear Members of the Syracuse University Community: In response to real concerns raised by members of our community, the leadership team and I have worked in good faith—to support the thoughtful, forward-thinking and constructive solutions offered by many of our…

Campus & Community

Message from Provost Michele Wheatly

Thursday, November 21, 2019, By News Staff

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, I have heard many different perspectives about whether to hold classes Thursday and Friday. I appreciate the input I received. In order to avoid a likely requirement to add days to the end of the…