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Jazz Day to Feature Master Class, Concert with Pianist Joyce DiCamillo

Tuesday, March 28, 2017, By Erica Blust

Renowned pianist and educator Joyce DiCamillo will be the featured guest at Syracuse University’s Jazz Day on Saturday, April 1. DiCamillo will offer a jazz master class at 9 a.m. and perform with the University’s Morton Schiff Jazz Ensemble and…

Campus & Community

20th Annual French Colloquium, Concert Set for Friday

Monday, March 27, 2017, By Pamela Whiteley McLaughlin

The 20th Annual Syracuse University French Colloquium will be held on Friday, March 31, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Peter Graham Scholarly Commons, Room 114 in E.S. Bird Library. The colloquium provides an opportunity for graduate and…

Campus & Community

Syracuse Symposium to Host Scholar of Modern Italian Literature April 4-5

Saturday, March 25, 2017, By Rob Enslin

Syracuse Symposium continues its yearlong study of “Place” with a visit by a scholar of modern Italian literature. Mauro Novelli, associate professor of contemporary Italian literature at The University of Milan, will discuss “Places of Resistance: Simulation and Dissimulation in…

Campus & Community

Applicants Sought for Summer Research or Creative Work Stipends

Friday, March 24, 2017, By News Staff

The Syracuse University Student Association is partnering with the Office of Research and the Office of the Provost to provide summer support to a select group of undergraduate students who are interested in conducting research or other creative work this…

NPR

Maxwell Dean David M. Van Slyke Interviewed about Fundraising in the Age of Trump

Thursday, March 23, 2017, By Ellen Mbuqe

Maxwell Dean David M. Van Slyke, professor of public administration and international affairs and the Louis A. Bantle Chair in business and government policy, was interviewed by NPR Morning Edition about progressive groups enjoying an increase in fundraising since Trump’s…

Campus & Community

Chancellor Syverud Addresses University Senate at March 22 Meeting

Thursday, March 23, 2017, By News Staff

During his remarks at the March 22 University Senate meeting, Chancellor Kent Syverud spoke on the announcement of the 2017 Commencement speaker, the University’s first Service of Commemoration and administrative reorganization. He also updated the Senate on the upcoming One…

Campus & Community

Vernon E. Jordan Jr. to Deliver Syracuse University’s 2017 Commencement Address

Wednesday, March 22, 2017, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

Vernon E. Jordan Jr., civil rights activist, business executive and attorney, will deliver the 2017 Commencement address at the ceremony for Syracuse University on Sunday, May 14, at the Carrier Dome. Jordan will also be awarded an honorary degree, a…

STEM

Space and Sound: Edgar Choueiri ’82, G’83

Tuesday, March 21, 2017, By Matt Wheeler

The distant, crackling sound of a child’s voice sent chills up his spine. “Today is Sept. 21st, 1972. I am 11 years old now and you must be well above 30. Although you exist in a different time, I am…

Campus & Community

Philanthropy Week 2017 Events Celebrate Spirit of Giving at Syracuse University

Tuesday, March 21, 2017, By Keith Kobland

Syracuse University has begun its annual Philanthropy Week celebration, a series of events to raise awareness about the critical role philanthropy plays at the University—and in society as a whole. “To me, Philanthropy Week is all about celebrating the things…

Campus & Community

Orange Orator Toastmasters Celebrate 10-Year Anniversary

Tuesday, March 21, 2017, By Keith Kobland

The Orange Orators Toastmasters Club will hold an open house on Tuesday, March 28, at noon to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its charter. The event will take place in the Peter Graham Scholarly Commons in E.S. Bird Library. The…