College of Arts and Sciences

Emerita Professors Reflect on Their Distinguished Careers in STEM

Four women STEM faculty members, all longtime members of the University community, have recently retired with emerita status, but they leave behind a significant legacy—as
Emerita Professors Reflect on Their Distinguished Careers in STEM

Scientists Spin Up a New Way to Unlock Black Hole Mysteries

Black holes are among the most studied but least understood cosmic phenomena for astrophysicists. While not technically a "hole," these objects derive their name from
Dan Bernardi July 5, 2024
Scientists Spin Up a New Way to Unlock Black Hole Mysteries

Biology Professor Receives NSF Grant to Study ‘Community Coalescence’

Each fermented food—kombucha, sauerkraut or sourdough bread—is the result of an active, unique microbiome, which is the microbial community in a particular environment. A sourdough
News Staff July 2, 2024
Biology Professor Receives NSF Grant to Study ‘Community Coalescence’

2 A&S Faculty Curate Thought-Provoking Summer Exhibitions

Two events happening this summer showcase the unique scholarly and cultural contributions of College of Arts and Sciences faculty. Comics: A nine-film series at The
Kerrie Marshall June 28, 2024
2 A&S Faculty Curate Thought-Provoking Summer Exhibitions

3 Student Veterans Honored as Tillman Scholars

Three talented and passionate Syracuse University student veterans—Benetta Dousuah G’25, second-year law student Jude Akpunku and Zahra Johnson G’25—were recognized as 2024 Tillman Scholars by
John Boccacino June 27, 2024
3 Student Veterans Honored as Tillman Scholars

Physicist Awarded NASA Grant to Model One of the Cosmos’ Most Extreme Events

Eric Coughlin, professor of physics in the College of Arts and Sciences, was recently awarded a grant from NASA for his project entitled, “Extragalactic Outbursts
Dan Bernardi June 26, 2024
Physicist Awarded NASA Grant to Model One of the Cosmos’ Most Extreme Events

What’s Driving Increased Rainfall in the Eastern US? A&S Researchers Seek Answers

Widespread climate change from global warming has devastating and lasting effects on human health, infrastructure and food production. As temperatures rise, certain areas are dealing
Dan Bernardi June 25, 2024
What’s Driving Increased Rainfall in the Eastern US? A&S Researchers Seek Answers

Laura Machia Named Associate Dean for Academic Initiatives and Curriculum in A&S

Laura Machia, professor of psychology (PSY) in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S), has been named A&S’ associate dean for academic initiatives and curriculum.
Daeya Malboeuf June 24, 2024
Laura Machia Named Associate Dean for Academic Initiatives and Curriculum in A&S

University Continues to Grow Multiple Academic and Cultural Partnerships in South Korea

A delegation from Syracuse University spent two weeks in South Korea recently as one of a continuing series of steps to strengthen academic and cultural
Diane Stirling June 24, 2024
University Continues to Grow Multiple Academic and Cultural Partnerships in South Korea

Featured Media Coverage – June 2024

Syracuse University thought leaders, events and research news were showcased in the following news outlets this month: Robert Thompson (Newhouse): Yahoo Entertainment,  Today.com, WOR Radio,
Daryl Lovell June 24, 2024
Featured Media Coverage – June 2024

‘We Are Not a People of the Past’: Not in the Books Project Builds Ties With Indigenous Community

Senior Isabelle Lutz joined a group of fellow Syracuse University students and community members for a short bus ride last fall to the Skä•noñh Great
‘We Are Not a People of the Past’: Not in the Books Project Builds Ties With Indigenous Community

From Proposal to Publication: CNY Humanities Corridor Nurtures Faculty Scholarship

At the heart of academia, humanities faculty conduct vital work, exploring the depths of human experience, history and culture. The National Endowment for the Humanities
Kerrie Marshall May 31, 2024
From Proposal to Publication: CNY Humanities Corridor Nurtures Faculty Scholarship

Julia Fancher Named a 2024-25 Astronaut Scholar

Julia Fancher, a rising junior majoring in physics and mathematics in the College of Arts and Sciences and a member of the Renée Crown University
Julia Fancher Named a 2024-25 Astronaut Scholar

A&S Biologist Calls for Protection and More Studies of Natural Time Capsules of Climate Change

Packrats, also known as woodrats, are the original hoarders, collecting materials from their environment to make their nests, called middens. In deserts throughout western North
News Staff May 29, 2024
A&S Biologist Calls for Protection and More Studies of Natural Time Capsules of Climate Change

Department of Psychology Makes a Big Move

The College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) is committed to offering students and faculty state-of-the-art learning and laboratory spaces. Recent renovations and upgrades include new and
Dan Bernardi May 28, 2024
Department of Psychology Makes a Big Move

Awards Recognize Success of Assessment Through Engagement and Collaboration

Academic Affairs and Institutional Effectiveness (IE) presented awards to several faculty and staff members, students, offices and programs during the One University Assessment Celebration on
News Staff May 22, 2024
Awards Recognize Success of Assessment Through Engagement and Collaboration

‘How About Never?’ Bob Mankoff ’66 Captures the Essence of Life in Cartoons

Becoming a great comedian or cartoonist doesn’t happen overnight. As with many professions, it takes tremendous commitment and practice, a bit of failure and some
Dan Bernardi May 22, 2024
‘How About Never?’ Bob Mankoff ’66 Captures the Essence of Life in Cartoons

Engaged Humanities Network Holds Showcase Highlighting Collaborative Community Work

The research and collaborative work of teams from Syracuse University in partnership with community organizations was front and center at the Engaged Humanities Network (EHN)
Dan Bernardi May 15, 2024
Engaged Humanities Network Holds Showcase Highlighting Collaborative Community Work