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Syracuse University, MGH Institute of Health Professions Receive Support for Innovative Research Ethics Training
A project led by Katherine McDonald, associate dean of research and professor of public health in Syracuse University’s Falk College, and Ariel Schwartz, assistant professor of occupational therapy at MGH Institute of Health Professions, aims to help individuals with developmental…
‘Secrets of Playboy:’ Hugh Hefner’s former girlfriends, Playmates and employees allege a culture of abuse.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor of television, radio and film in the Newhouse School and director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture, was interviewed by USA Today for the article “‘Secrets of Playboy:’ Hugh Hefner’s former girlfriends, Playmates…
Virtual Field Experiences Boost Social Work Students’ Confidence
Spurred on by the global pandemic, the School of Social Work in the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics has piloted virtual field experiences for master of social work (M.S.W.) students. Tracy Walker, director of field education, says, “The…
“You might not see ‘Scream,’ but it is important.”
Kendall Phillips, professor of communication and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was quoted by Deseret News for the article “You might not see ‘Scream,’ but it is important.” Phillips, who studies popular culture and public…
Playtime, Deep Breaths, and Movement Can Help Calm Kids’ COVID Fears
COVID-19 is widespread in the U.S., and even the nation’s youngest kids are feeling the anxiety that comes with facing the ongoing pandemic. From missing school, to hearing about classmates getting sick – and often catching it themselves – it’s…
NSF Grant Enables Innovative Research at Falk College and College of Engineering and Computer Science to Combat Addiction, Ease Recovery
Researchers at Syracuse University’s Falk College and College of Engineering and Computer Science are teaming up to provide hope and help to those in need. It comes in the form of scientific study and expert knowledge with the goal of…
Military Veterans Experience A Range of Intense Emotions After Leaving Combat
Kenneth Marfilius, assistant teaching professor and Director of Online and Distance Education in Falk College, was interviewed for the North Carolina Health News story “Vets are connecting to mental health care. Is it enough? – NC Health News.” Marfilius, a…
Jillian Scheer Named Inaugural Cobb-Jones Professor of Clinical Psychology
When Janet Gretchen Jones’ wife Faith (“Chris”) Maltby Cobb ’51, G’66, G’74 (Ph.D.) passed away in 2018, Jones considered different ways to honor her partner’s legacy. Out of all the different institutions and organizations her wife was involved with throughout…