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Potential Border Issues Could Have Huge Impact On Avocados From Mexico

Tuesday, April 2, 2019, By Daryl Lovell

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…

Campus & Community

Call for Nominations: 44 Stars of Excellence Awards

Tuesday, April 2, 2019, By News Staff

The annual 44 Stars of Excellence Awards acknowledge students, advisors and recognized student organizations (RSOs) who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and commitment to their organization and its mission. Students, faculty and staff may submit nominations  until this Sunday, April 7, at…

Business & Economy

BFAS Launches Academic Leaders Training Program

Monday, April 1, 2019, By News Staff

Academic leaders require knowledge of the financial and administrative framework of the University to make effective decisions and to fulfill their duties in an accurate, effective and financially responsible manner. The Academic Leaders Training program, developed by the Division of…

Health & Society

School of Education Professor Kal Alston Named President Elect by the Philosophy of Education Society

Monday, April 1, 2019, By Karly Grifasi

Kal Alston, professor of cultural foundations of education and associate dean for academic affairs in the School of Education, will serve as president elect for the Philosophy of Education Society for 2019-20 year before becoming president of the organization in…

Arts & Culture

Department of Drama Presents ‘The Wild Party’

Monday, April 1, 2019, By Joanna Penalva

The Syracuse University Department of Drama resumes its 2018-2019 season with “The Wild Party,” written and composed by Andrew Lippa. Faculty members Katherine McGerr and Andrea Lee Smith will take the audience into the world of the Roaring ’20s with…

Arts & Culture

VPA’s M.F.A. Candidates to Present Thesis Exhibition ‘Plans Are Cancelled’

Monday, April 1, 2019, By Erica Blust

Master of fine arts (M.F.A.) candidates in the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) will present the thesis exhibition “Plans Are Cancelled” at three Syracuse University exhibition spaces that are part of the Coalition of Museums and Art Centers….

Campus & Community

Sexual Assault Awareness Month Begins April 1

Monday, April 1, 2019, By Teagan Cyan Peacock

Syracuse University—in partnership with student organizations, offices across campus and community partners—is hosting Sexual Assault Awareness Month throughout the month of April. The month offers educational, empowering and engaging programs and events to promote the importance of raising awareness about…

Arts & Culture

Ray Smith Symposium Connects Campus Community Through Indian Storytelling

Monday, April 1, 2019, By Rob Enslin

The Ray Smith Symposium—in conjunction with Syracuse Symposium, whose theme this year is “Stories”—continues with eight events under the heading “Stories We Are Told, Stories We Tell.” The series, which explores the role of storytelling in Indian culture, is led…

Business & Economy

On a Winning Streak: Syracuse Sport Analytics Students Prove They’re Ready to Storm the Industry

Monday, April 1, 2019, By News Staff

Assembling a championship-caliber team and a profitable business organization is a challenge that sports owners, executives and managers face every day in the ultra-competitive world of sports. Increasingly, they are turning to data analytics for an advantage. Whether it is…

Arts & Culture

Trombone Choir to Perform at DeWitt Community Church April 14

Monday, April 1, 2019, By Rob Enslin

Bones East, a Syracuse-based, 24-piece trombone ensemble, will present a Palm Sunday concert at DeWitt Community Church (DCC). On Sunday, April 14, the group will perform from 1 to 2 p.m. in the sanctuary of DCC at 3600 Erie Blvd.,…