Arts & Humanities

Syracuse Stage Announces 2026-27 Season

Highlights include back-to-back Tony Award-winning musicals, a world premiere and a new drama about Syracuse’s championship NBA team.
Joanna Penalva March 5, 2026
Syracuse Stage Announces 2026-27 Season

Why We Still Care About the Oscars (Even If We Say We Don’t) 

Film professor David Tarleton breaks down the enduring influence of the awards.
Dialynn Dwyer March 5, 2026
Why We Still Care About the Oscars (Even If We Say We Don’t) 

Recently Discovered Reynolds Portrait Inspires Ray Smith Symposium

Long hidden in the Syracuse University Art Museum's storage, the 1786 painting now anchors a symposium examining who portraits elevate—and who they leave out.
Dan Bernardi March 5, 2026
Recently Discovered Reynolds Portrait Inspires Ray Smith Symposium

Tom Hanks to Star in Film Adaptation of George Saunders’ Book

The collaboration brings award-winning "Lincoln in the Bardo" to the screen through a hybrid live-action and stop-motion movie featuring Hanks as President Abraham Lincoln.
Dan Bernardi Feb. 27, 2026
Tom Hanks to Star in Film Adaptation of George Saunders’ Book

Architecture Alumnus Elevated to AIA College of Fellows

A recognized leader in sustainable design, Thom Powell G'90 integrates technical expertise with innovation to advance environmentally responsible practice across Texas.
Julie Sharkey Feb. 27, 2026
Architecture Alumnus Elevated to AIA College of Fellows

A&S Professor Wins Award for Adult Learner Research

Collie Fulford is honored for her book centering voices of degree-seeking adult students.
Dan Bernardi Feb. 26, 2026
A&S Professor Wins Award for Adult Learner Research

Alumna Wins Grammy for Engineering Best Folk Album

Gillian Pelkonen G'21 earned her first Grammy as recording engineer for I'm With Her's "Wild and Clear and Blue."
Genaro Armas Feb. 11, 2026
Alumna Wins Grammy for Engineering Best Folk Album

Latin American Studies Association Honors Maxwell Associate Dean

Gladys McCormick will receive the Howard F. Cline Book Prize in Mexican History in recognition of her outstanding scholarship in Mexican history.
News Staff Feb. 10, 2026

Italian Studies Professors Unpack Northern Italy’s Olympic Moment

Faculty explain what to watch for beyond the medals at this winter's Olympics—from regional cuisine to the cultural meaning of hosting the Games.
Dan Bernardi Feb. 6, 2026
Italian Studies Professors Unpack Northern Italy’s Olympic Moment

College of Visual and Performing Arts Announces 2026 VPA Scholars

The 12 seniors are being recognized for their academic performance, creative/scholarly work and service to the college and community.
Erica Blust Feb. 6, 2026

Los Angeles Residency Opens Doors for Graduate Student and Artist

As a Turner Semester resident, Sophia Hashemi G'26 discovered what it means to sustain a life in the arts beyond studio walls.
Erica Blust Feb. 2, 2026
Los Angeles Residency Opens Doors for Graduate Student and Artist

Art Museum Brings Mini Print Vending Machine to Campus

The Syracuse University Art Museum is hosting one of printmaker Ana Inciardi's viral red boxes that produces a unique work of art for $1.
Taylor Westerlund Jan. 30, 2026
Art Museum Brings Mini Print Vending Machine to Campus

School of Architecture Announces Spring 2026 Visiting Critics

Boghosian Fellow Tiffany Xu, Gary Bates and Herwig Baumgartner will teach studios and give public lectures this semester.
Julie Sharkey Jan. 27, 2026
School of Architecture Announces Spring 2026 Visiting Critics

Why Study in Santiago? Director Paredes Shares What Makes It Unforgettable

Syracuse Santiago center director Mauricio Paredes shares his passion for the vibrant arts scene, natural beauty and cultural experiences that await Syracuse Abroad students.
John Boccacino Jan. 27, 2026
Why Study in Santiago? Director Paredes Shares What Makes It Unforgettable
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