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Fortnite’s Move To Bots – How Will It Impact Human Players?

Thursday, September 26, 2019, By Daryl Lovell

In a recent move, Fortnite makers announced they are adding in computer-controlled characters in order to level the playing field amongst opponents. Up until now, the game has always paired gamers with other real gamers all over the world. Heath…

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Rachael Zubal-Ruggieri: Power for the Greater Good

Monday, September 23, 2019, By Eileen Korey

Rachael Zubal-Ruggieri describes herself as a quiet, timid person. More of an observer and supporter than a do-er. Yet, her favorite superhero is Batman. And she’s passionate about the X-Men. This seeming dichotomy is the driving force behind her extraordinary…

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Stop the Bleed Training Offered in Three Upcoming Sessions

Tuesday, September 17, 2019, By News Staff

Syracuse University Ambulance (SUA) is offering Stop the Bleed trainings for students, faculty and staff. The classes for September and October will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 4 p.m.; Monday, Oct. 7, at 9 a.m.; and Thursday, Oct….

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Widespread Bans Of Flavored E-Cigarettes Could Bring Unintended Consequences

Monday, September 16, 2019, By Daryl Lovell

New York has become the latest state to push for a ban of flavored e-cigarette products, following a similar move by Michigan and an announcement from President Trump seeking a federal ban on certain vaping products. Joseph Ditre is an…

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Syracuse University, 2U Inc. Partner to Offer Online Master’s Degree in Social Work

Thursday, September 12, 2019, By News Staff

Syracuse University today announced an expanded partnership with 2U Inc. to deliver a new online master of social work (M.S.W.) within the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics. With this agreement, 2U now supports 15 online graduate…

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Food Services Receives 2019 Best Overall Food Allergy Program for Universities

Tuesday, September 10, 2019, By Keone Weigl

Food Services was recently awarded 2019 Best Overall Food Allergy Program for Universities from AllerTrain by MenuTrinto LLC. The AllerTrain team selected winners from universities and restaurants across the country to recognize outstanding food service leaders in allergy training and…

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Could More Time Off For Military Members Provide Mental Health Benefits?

Tuesday, August 27, 2019, By Daryl Lovell

Officials at the Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina are giving service members a day off following the suicides of several airmen. They will also get another day off in September, and gather for small-group training to address suicide…

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Proactive Measures Needed To Keep Mircroplastics Out Our Aquatic Systems

Sunday, August 25, 2019, By Daryl Lovell

A recent World Health Organization report found there wasn’t sufficient evidence to prove microplastics in drinking water pose a risk to human health at current levels. The report states microplastics are “ubiquitous in the environment and have been detected in…

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Infrastructure Investment Needed Immediately To Address Drinking Water Safety

Thursday, August 15, 2019, By Daryl Lovell

Newark residents are being encouraged to drink bottled water only because of a growing crisis over lead contamination in drinking water. Christa Kelleher, assistant professor of earth sciences and civil engineering at Syracuse University, says we are likely to see…

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Join Guest Speaker Dr. Stephan Alkins for Better Sleep Workshop

Thursday, August 8, 2019, By News Staff

Getting a good night’s sleep may sometimes feel like an impossible goal, but you have much more control over the quality of your sleep than you may realize. Dr. Stephan Alkins will discuss the importance of sleep, the different stages…

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