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Own the Dome Welcomes Admitted Students to Sleep in the Dome on April 14
More than 500 admitted students will fill the Dome on Sunday, April 14, for Own the Dome. The overnight event gives admitted students an out-of-the-box opportunity to be acquainted with one another and with current students, faculty and staff. “Own…
Black Hole Image Is ‘Real-Life Counterpart’ To What Science Fiction Movies Have Imagined
Today astronomers announced they have successfully captured the first direct visual evidence of a supermassive black hole and its shadow. Duncan Brown is the Charles Brightman Endowed Professor of Physics at Syracuse University’s College of Arts and Sciences. Brown was…
Syracuse University, JPMorgan Chase Collaboration Opens Path to Political Careers for Veterans
With initial support from JPMorgan Chase & Co., Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families and the Maxwell School are collaborating to introduce a new and innovative program for veterans and military family members who aspire to public office…
Jeff Zucker to Receive Dressler Award at 2019 Mirror Awards Ceremony
Jeff Zucker, president of CNN Worldwide and chairman of WarnerMedia News and Sports, will receive the Fred Dressler Leadership Award at the 13th annual Mirror Awards ceremony June 13 in New York City. The awards, sponsored by the Newhouse School, honor…
Potential Border Issues Could Have Huge Impact On Avocados From Mexico
President Trump has threatened to shut down the U.S.-Mexico border if Mexico doesn’t stop illegal immigrants from crossing immediately. Experts fear the potential shutdown would have major implications on trade, particularly produce items like avocados and berries. Rong Li is an…
Catastrophic Crop, Cattle Loss From Midwest Floods Will Soon Lead To Severe Supply Disruption
The “bomb cyclone” that hit several Midwestern states triggered devastating flooding in most of Nebraska, leaving behind more than $1 billion worth of flood damage. Floodwaters have begun to recede in Iowa and Nebraska, while residents in northwestern Missouri are…
Application Deadline April 21 for Summer Institute for Technology-Enhanced Teaching & Learning
Information Technology Services (ITS), through its Online Learning Services unit; University College; and the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence at Syracuse University announce the 2019 Summer Institute for Technology-Enhanced Teaching & Learning (SITETL). Offered twice in separate, weeklong sessions,…
Building Personal Connections to Help Students ‘Get to a Good Place Academically, Socially and Emotionally’
When School of Education Senior Assistant Dean of Academic and Student Services Amie Redmond was an undergraduate, she struggled with the stress that comes with leaving home for the first time. She was fortunate to have a faculty member take…
Finalists Announced in 2019 Mirror Awards Competition
The Newhouse School has announced the finalists in the 2019 Mirror Awards competition honoring excellence in media industry reporting. Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony June 13 in New York City. Tickets and tables for the event may…
Test of Orange Alert to be Conducted Thursday, March 21
Syracuse University will conduct a test of the Orange Alert Campus Crisis Alert Notification System on Thursday, March 21, at 9 a.m. It will be a full test of the personal e-mail, text message, cell voice and campus phone components…