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Los Angeles Times

“At the border, confusion, anxiety and hope as U.S. unveils new process for asylum seekers.”

Sunday, February 21, 2021, By Lily Datz

Research from the Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC) was featured in the Los Angeles Times for the article “At the border, confusion, anxiety and hope as U.S. unveils new process for asylum seekers.” TRAC seeks to encourage transparency by creating access…

Observer

“The Privileges and Pitfalls of ‘WandaVision’ and Marvel’s Disney+ Empire.”

Thursday, February 18, 2021, By Lily Datz

Kendall Phillips, professor of communication and rhetorical studies in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, was interviewed by Observer for the story “The Privileges and Pitfalls of ‘WandaVision’ and Marvel’s Disney+ Empire.” Phillips, who teaches a class on the…

VICE

“Pain and Isolation Are Driving America’s Lockdown Overdose Surge.”

Thursday, February 18, 2021, By Lily Datz

Shannon Monnat, associate professor of sociology and Lerner Chair for Public Health Promotion in the Maxwell School, was interviewed by VICE for the article “Pain and Isolation Are Driving America’s Lockdown Overdose Surge.” Monnat, who has worked on a variety…

STEM

Syracuse University Campus as a Laboratory Funding Now Available

Wednesday, February 17, 2021, By Melissa Cadwell

The Syracuse University Campus as a Laboratory for Sustainability (CALS) program is offering up to $75,000 for faculty or student projects that advance the University’s goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, directly or indirectly, or through raising awareness on campus…

Arts & Culture

Volunteers Needed for SU Libraries’ Virtual Living Library Event

Wednesday, February 17, 2021, By Cristina Hatem

Syracuse University Libraries will host its annual Living Library event during National Library Week on Wednesday, April 7, from noon to 5 p.m. via Zoom. Participants will have the opportunity to talk to “living books”—volunteers from the broader Syracuse University…

Media Tip Sheets

Texas Power Grids, Extreme Weather and Changing Climate

Wednesday, February 17, 2021, By Daryl Lovell

The recent winter storm that led to massive power outages in several states including Texas, Mississippi and Kentucky has raised lots of questions with climate scientists and researchers who study electricity infrastructure. Is this linked to global warming, what may…

Campus & Community

University Lectures Season Continues on Feb. 23 With Misty Copeland

Wednesday, February 17, 2021, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

The University Lectures continues its 20th season this spring on Tuesday, Feb. 23, with Misty Copeland, principal dancer with the American Ballet Theater. Syracuse University’s premier speaker series, the University Lectures, brings to Syracuse University audience members and the larger…

ABC News Radio

“COVID-19 case numbers drop, signaling winter surge is slowing.”

Tuesday, February 16, 2021, By Lily Datz

David Larsen, associate professor of public health in Falk College, was quoted by ABC News Radio for the story “COVID-19 case numbers drop, signaling winter surge is slowing.” Larsen, an expert in epidemiology, has helped lead the University’s procedures to…

STEM

Biology Professor Breaks Down Science Behind Ancestry, Heritage Tests

Monday, February 15, 2021, By Daryl Lovell

As people celebrate Black History Month, many in and connected to the African American community may be interested in tracing more of their family history and learning about their connections to the African continent. How do you piece together your…

CNN

“Why your favorite magazines are morphing into books.”

Friday, February 12, 2021, By Lily Datz

Aileen Gallagher, associate professor of magazine, news and digital journalism in the Newhouse School, was quoted by CNN for the article “Why your favorite magazines are morphing into books.” Gallagher, who had an extensive career at a variety of magazines,…