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Revisiting the Perpetual Peace Project During the Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Friday, March 25, 2022, By Dan Bernardi

As headlines about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continue to dominate the news, many have taken to social media, making pleas for peace. But as history has shown, with each new year comes a new conflict. Is international peace even achievable?…

Media Tip Sheets

Criticism of NYT editorial board’s stance on America’s free speech problem

Wednesday, March 23, 2022, By Lily Datz

Last week, the New York Times editorial board published the opinion piece, “America Has a Free Speech Problem.” In the piece, the authors write: “However you define cancel culture, Americans know it exists and feel its burden. In a new national…

Campus & Community

New Center for Experiential Pedagogy and Practice Will Advance Innovative Methods for Educator Training and Professional Development

Wednesday, March 23, 2022, By Martin Walls

Syracuse University’s School of Education has garnered a worldwide reputation for developing experiential learning methods for educators and other professionals, including clinical simulations, collaborative lesson study, mediated field experiences for student teachers and tele-counseling training for school counselors. On March…

Campus & Community

Light Work Presents Exhibition of Works by Melissa Catanese

Wednesday, March 23, 2022, By Cjala Surratt

Light Work presents “The Lottery,” a solo exhibition of new works by Pittsburgh-based photographer Melissa Catanese. In the exhibition, Catanese turns her attention to the tense and confusing state of contemporary politics and culture. Her images bring together large groups…

Campus & Community

Mary Grace A. Almandrez Named Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion

Tuesday, March 22, 2022, By News Staff

Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud today announced the appointment of Mary Grace A. Almandrez to the position of vice president for diversity and inclusion. Almandrez brings with her nearly 25 years of experience in higher education, having served in leadership…

Campus & Community

Second Lender Symposium Honors Life of Evan Weissman

Monday, March 21, 2022, By Keith Kobland

Honoring the life and legacy of professor and local food justice activist Evan Weissman is an ongoing effort, much like Weisman’s tireless work to strengthen the local food system. Weissman was selected as the 2020-22  Lender Center for Social Justice…

Campus & Community

New Travel Grant Announced for Syracuse Santiago in Fall 2022

Monday, March 21, 2022, By Ashley Barletta

Fall 2022 is an incredible time for students to study in Santiago, Chile! In addition to the exciting adventures that await in Santiago, Syracuse Abroad is excited to announce a new $2,000 travel grant for students studying in Chile this…

Campus & Community

Faculty, Staff and Graduate Students Invited to Learn More About First-Year Seminar

Monday, March 21, 2022, By Ellen de Graffenreid

The Office of Academic Affairs invites faculty, staff and graduate students to participate in information sessions regarding the First-Year Seminar (FYS 101) course for the fall 2022 semester. An overview of course goals and objectives will be shared, as well…

STEM

Syracuse University and RIT Partner to Reduce Wasted Food

Sunday, March 20, 2022, By Alex Dunbar

Syracuse University’s Center for Sustainable Community Solutions (CSCS) and the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) at the Rochester Institute of Technology are partnering on a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to assist communities and stakeholders…

Campus & Community

COVID-19 Update: Return from Spring Break Reminders

Friday, March 18, 2022, By News Staff

Dear Students, Faculty, Staff and Families: As spring break comes to an end, I hope you are feeling recharged and ready to tackle the final weeks of the Spring 2022 semester. Whether you traveled away from campus or spent your…