College of Arts and Sciences

Estate Gift From Esteemed Alumnus Boosts Undergraduate Research in Physics

“Syracuse Physics was and still is a vast entryway to the future.” Words penned by alumnus and philanthropist Jay N. Zemel when he was in
Eileen Korey Feb. 29, 2024
Estate Gift From Esteemed Alumnus Boosts Undergraduate Research in Physics

Humanities Center Supports Four Spring 2024 Fellows

Humanities practitioners put current issues and events into perspective by encouraging critical thinking and analysis, challenging beliefs and values, sparking creativity and encouraging global citizenship
Caroline K. Reff Feb. 29, 2024
Humanities Center Supports Four Spring 2024 Fellows

Student, University Volunteers Build 44 Beds for Community Children in Need

The number 44 holds a special significance on the Syracuse University campus, and in true University fashion, 44 children in the City of Syracuse will
Diane Stirling Feb. 26, 2024
Student, University Volunteers Build 44 Beds for Community Children in Need

Men of Color Initiative: A Brotherhood That Lifts Up, Supports Its Members

“Each One, Teach One.” This powerful African proverb emphasizes how, after someone learns to read or write, they have an obligation and a responsibility to
John Boccacino Feb. 20, 2024
Men of Color Initiative: A Brotherhood That Lifts Up, Supports Its Members

BioInspired Adds Research Subgroup Blending Arts, Sciences, Humanities

A new subgroup focused on the study of posthumanities topics has been formed at BioInspired Institute. It is designed to provide space and funding for
Diane Stirling Feb. 19, 2024
BioInspired Adds Research Subgroup Blending Arts, Sciences, Humanities

Syracuse University Honored With 2024 Senator Simon Spotlight Award for Campus Internationalization

Syracuse University has been awarded a prestigious 2024 Senator Paul Simon Spotlight Award for Campus Internationalization by NAFSA: Association of International Educators. Named after the
Kathleen Haley Feb. 19, 2024
Syracuse University Honored With 2024 Senator Simon Spotlight Award for Campus Internationalization

Olutosin Alabi G’25 Wins 3rd Annual Afropreneurship Competition

The Libraries’ Blackstone LaunchPad hosted the third annual Afropreneurship Panel, Networking and Pitch competition in Bird Library on Feb. 9 in celebration of Black History
Cristina Hatem Feb. 16, 2024
Olutosin Alabi G’25 Wins 3rd Annual Afropreneurship Competition

Cicadas Are Coming. Biology Professor Breaks Down What to Expect

The hum of cicadas is a part of the natural soundtrack of summertime. But this year’s sounds could get a lot louder. Two broods of
Daryl Lovell Feb. 14, 2024
Cicadas Are Coming. Biology Professor Breaks Down What to Expect

Why Is Affectionate Touch Important to Relationships? Psychology Professor Shares His Research

How does affectionate touch benefit relationships? Brett Jakubiak, associate professor of psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences, looks at whether affectionate touch can
Kelly Homan Rodoski Feb. 13, 2024
Why Is Affectionate Touch Important to Relationships? Psychology Professor Shares His Research

Postdoctoral Scholars Play a Unique and Valuable Role at the University

Postdoctoral scholars are unique campus community members in an uncommon space. They are continual learners, but they’re far from being students. As full-time researchers, they
Diane Stirling Feb. 12, 2024

Indigenous Philosophies Can Create Global Change and More Just Futures

This spring, the Syracuse University Humanities Center welcomes a visit by renowned Māori scholar, moral and political philosopher, Krushil Watene. She is a member of
Kerrie Marshall Feb. 8, 2024
Indigenous Philosophies Can Create Global Change and More Just Futures

Women in Science and Engineering Rise Together, Build the Future

Each year, on Feb. 11, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science shines a light on the vital contributions of women to the
News Staff Feb. 8, 2024
Women in Science and Engineering Rise Together, Build the Future

Physics Professor Receives NSF Grant for Work at CERN

Physics Professor Marina Artuso has been awarded a three-year National Science Foundation (NSF) grant for her project, Development of UltraFast High Granularity Modules for Timing
News Staff Feb. 8, 2024
Physics Professor Receives NSF Grant for Work at CERN

Humanities Center Showcases and Supports Graduate Student Research

The Syracuse University Humanities Center, in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S), offers key grants and fellowships to graduate students that allow them to advance
Caroline K. Reff Feb. 5, 2024
Humanities Center Showcases and Supports Graduate Student Research

Featured Media Coverage – Week of Jan. 29

Syracuse University thought leaders, events and research news were showcased in the following news outlets this month: Willam Banks (Law & Maxwell): The Intercept Cydney
Andrea-Rose Oates Feb. 3, 2024
Featured Media Coverage – Week of Jan. 29

Syracuse Symposium Continues This Spring to Explore Humanity’s Interconnected Landscapes

The Syracuse University Humanities Center continues to celebrate Syracuse Symposium’s 20th season, with a kaleidoscopic range of events centered on the theme of "Landscapes." The
Kerrie Marshall Feb. 2, 2024
Syracuse Symposium Continues This Spring to Explore Humanity’s Interconnected Landscapes

New Faces, Rising Stars Join Arts and Sciences in Spring 2024

Adding to the 21 hires in fall 2023, the College of Arts and Sciences welcomes six more new faculty members in spring 2024. From leaders
Dan Bernardi Feb. 2, 2024
New Faces, Rising Stars Join Arts and Sciences in Spring 2024

Tidal Disruption Events and What They Can Reveal About Black Holes and Stars in Distant Galaxies

Astrophysicists from Syracuse University and the University of Leeds have collaborated with high school students in Syracuse to confirm the accuracy of an analytical model
Dan Bernardi Feb. 1, 2024
Tidal Disruption Events and What They Can Reveal About Black Holes and Stars in Distant Galaxies