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Happy Holidays from Syracuse University News
With gingerbread and cheer we wish our readers a restful winter break.
Candlelight Vigil for Pakistan Schoolchildren to be Held Friday Evening
The vigil will include statements from students and chaplains, an interfaith prayer, reading of the names of the victims and a moment of silence.
INSCT Co-Hosts International Workshop on Islam and Conflict Norms
Representatives from the Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism (INSCT) traveled to the Arab Gulf recently to co-host a preparatory workshop toward a future international conference on “Islam and the Laws of War,” to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia,…
Chancellor Receives Final Report from Workgroup
The Chancellor’s Workgroup on Sexual Violence Prevention, Education and Advocacy delivered its final report to Chancellor Kent Syverud today. Appointed on Sept. 5, the workgroup was charged with identifying any critical gaps in service and support as a result of…
‘Holidays at Hendricks’ to Be Broadcast on WCNY Television and Radio
“Holidays at Hendricks,” the annual Syracuse University holiday concert featuring the Hendricks Chapel Choir, Syracuse University Brass Ensemble, Syracuse University Organist Anne Laver and several guest choirs and ensembles, was held in SU’s Hendricks Chapel on Sunday, Dec. 7. Through…
Carrier Dome Runoff Now Being Put to Use
With a seven-month-long project complete, rain and snow falling on a portion of the Carrier Dome roof is now being put to good use. The storm water is being used to help flush toilets in the stadium, rather than the…
Pan Am 103 Victims to be Remembered at Dec. 21 Service
The chaplains of Syracuse University’s Hendricks Chapel will conduct a remembrance service on Sunday, Dec. 21, at 2:03 p.m. to honor the 270 people who died aboard Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, on the same date 26 years…
ODEP Grant to Assist Job Training Programs at SU and OCC for People With Disabilities
Syracuse University, Onondaga Community College (OCC), the Syracuse City School District, the public workforce system and regional economic development and disability service agents are partnering with employers in high-growth industries to prepare youths and young adults with disabilities for skilled…
WNET to Air Documentary on American Master George Saunders
Fans and followers of author George Saunders, a professor in the creative writing program in the College of Arts and Sciences, will have the opportunity to learn more about the man who has been called America’s greatest living short story…
Memorial Service for Professor Steven Taylor Planned for Jan. 16, 2015
The Center on Human Policy invites the community to gather to remember Steven Taylor, wise scholar and professor, visionary leader, passionate advocate and dear friend on Friday, Jan. 16, 2015, at 4 p.m. in Hendricks Chapel. A reception will follow….