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How to Navigate Difficult Conversations at Home and at Work
University Ombuds Neal Powless has a quote on his office wall that captures his experience: “Conflict is not a sign of failure; conflict is an opportunity to learn more about ourselves and those that we work with.” In his role,…
Tips for Making the Holidays More Sustainable
The holidays are usually a time of overindulgence, but holiday traditions can be made more sustainable with a little creativity. We reached out to Syracuse University’s Office of Energy Systems and Sustainability Management for some ideas on how to make…
Rajiv ‘Raj’ Dewan Appointed Dean of the School of Information Studies
Incoming Interim Vice Chancellor and Provost John Liu today announced the appointment of Rajiv “Raj” Dewan as the next dean of Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies (iSchool). Dewan, professor of computers and information systems, comes to Syracuse from the…
New Year, Same You but With Attainable Goals
The year 2020 is just around the corner as Syracuse University employees prepare for Orange Appreciation Days. The New Year, paired with a time of rest, provides a rare and important time for pause and reflection. Thinking back on 2019…
Faculty to Select Candidates for the Provost’s Advisory Committee on Promotion and Tenure
At the beginning of Spring Semester 2020, the Syracuse University Senate will launch an online election to select candidates across the schools and colleges to serve on the Provost’s Advisory Committee on Promotion and Tenure. Electronic ballots will be sent…
DPS to Conduct Drill Thursday, Dec. 19, at Hendricks Chapel
On Thursday, Dec. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Department of Public Safety (DPS) will be conducting a drill at Hendricks Chapel. During this time, you may see DPS vehicles and officers responding in a mock emergency response…
Hillel International Honors Syracuse Hillel at Global Assembly in Atlanta
Hillel International, the largest Jewish campus organization in the world, presented awards this week to recognize individuals and campus Hillel organizations that are creating innovative experiences and meaningful connections to help students develop stronger ties to their Jewish identities. Syracuse…
Four Ways to Healthier (and Allergen-Friendly) Holiday Baking
Here are some ways you can lighten up (and shake up) your favorite holiday treats: Skip the Egg The primary role of eggs when it comes to cookies and other baked goods is acting as a binder, thanks to their…
2019-20 Orange Appreciation Days/Winter Break Information
The University will be operating under its Orange Appreciation Days format for the Winter Break period from 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 20, 2019, through Wednesday, January 1, 2020. During the Holiday/Orange Appreciation Days period: All academic and administrative buildings…
It Girls Weekend Program Expanding to Two-Week Summer College Course Experience
An innovative School of Information Studies (iSchool) program that gives high school women an introduction to information technology (IT) studies and careers will now provide a more full-fledged version of that IT immersion through a formal, two-week summer pre-college experience….