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Campus & Community

Remembering Robert S. Phillips, Alumnus and Former Professor of English

Wednesday, March 2, 2022, By Dan Bernardi

Robert S. Phillips ′60, G′63, former assistant director of admissions and professor of English, died at the age of 83. A proud alumnus of the University, Phillips received bachelor’s degrees in English and advertising and a master’s degree in English….

Campus & Community

Graduate Student Thrives in University’s Military-Friendly Culture

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Stephanie Salanger

National Guard soldier and federal civil servant Kola Oluwagbemi G’22 has had a “very favorable experience” as a result of the University’s commitment to the military community. Below, he answers questions about his background and plans for the future. Where…

Campus & Community

Hendricks Chapel Inspires Discovery During Interfaith Exploration Week

Monday, February 28, 2022, By Delaney Van Wey

Exploring a faith tradition other than one’s own—or exploring religion and spirituality in general—can provide perspective, empathy and a deepened understanding of one’s own identity. From March 3 through March 10, the campus and larger Syracuse communities are invited to…

WSYR-TV

“Syracuse professor helps makes sense of Russia-Ukraine conflict”

Friday, February 25, 2022, By Lily Datz

Brian Taylor, professor of political science in the Maxwell School, was interviewed for the WSYR-TV segment “Syracuse professor helps makes sense of Russia-Ukraine conflict.” The piece aimed to help viewers better understand Russia’s recent invasion of Ukraine. As an expert…

Campus & Community

Maxwell Alumni Wonder if Changes They Worked for in Afghanistan Will Endure

Friday, February 25, 2022, By Jessica Youngman

Leaving dust in their wake, the young Afghan women set out for a miles-long run along a trail riddled with rocks and, every so often, a spent bullet. The casings and an occasional rusted Soviet tank served as reminders of…

Arts & Culture

‘carry the wait’ Exhibition Celebrates and Honors Black Women and the Black Experience

Thursday, February 24, 2022, By John Boccacino

During the month of February, the Syracuse University campus community comes together to celebrate Black History Month. In March, the attention shifts to celebrating Women’s History Month on campus. But in the third week of January, thanks to the visionary…

The Washington Post

“Trump largely isolated in praise for Putin as GOP condemns Russian invasion”

Thursday, February 24, 2022, By Lily Datz

Brian Taylor, professor of political science in the Maxwell School, was quoted in The Washington Post story “Trump largely isolated in praise for Putin as GOP condemns Russian invasion.” Taylor, who is an expert on Russian politics and international security…

STEM

Women in Science and Engineering Helping to Boost Women in STEM

Thursday, February 24, 2022, By Kathleen Haley

Hundreds of people—students and faculty—in STEM fields have been mentored, energized and supported in their advancement through the work of Syracuse University’s Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE), since its inception more than 20 years ago. Serving 19 STEM departments…

Campus & Community

African American Studies and Women’s and Gender Studies Faculty Book Roundup

Thursday, February 24, 2022, By News Staff

Faculty members in the departments of Women’s and Gender Studies and African American Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences have authored or edited books on a diverse range of scholarly topics relevant to their fields of study. Their…

Atmos

“The Power of a Name”

Wednesday, February 23, 2022, By Lily Datz

Luvell Anderson, associate professor of philosophy in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in the Atmos story “The Power of a Name.” Anderson, who works primarily in the philosophy of language and race, discussed the impact of derogatory…