College of Arts and Sciences

World Cup 2026: Faculty Experts Available to Discuss World’s Biggest Sporting Event

From the economics of hosting the World Cup to soccer's role shaping a country's cultural identity, Syracuse University faculty can discuss the key people and
Keith Kobland June 12, 2026
World Cup 2026: Faculty Experts Available to Discuss World’s Biggest Sporting Event

America at 250: Scholars Offer Perspective on a Milestone Birthday 

From the flag's symbolism to Indigenous democracy's roots, Syracuse University faculty can speak to the people, ideas and tensions shaping the nation's Semiquincentennial.
News Staff June 11, 2026
America at 250: Scholars Offer Perspective on a Milestone Birthday 

Kenna Cummings ’27 Named Astronaut Scholar

The geology major is unlocking the planet's hidden heat to help power a cleaner future.
Kelly Homan Rodoski June 10, 2026
Kenna Cummings ’27 Named Astronaut Scholar

Researcher Targets Parkinson’s With Nanoparticle Therapy

New research from biomedical engineering professor Jialiu Zeng shows restoring a key cellular process may help slow the progression of neurodegenerative diseases.
Dialynn Dwyer June 9, 2026
Researcher Targets Parkinson’s With Nanoparticle Therapy

A&S Professor Recognized for Community-Engaged Writing Initiative

Patrick W. Berry, associate professor of writing and rhetoric, won a $10,000 prize from CNY Arts for his work with Project Mend.
Dan Bernardi May 28, 2026
A&S Professor Recognized for Community-Engaged Writing Initiative

Remembering a Pioneer of Medieval Stained Glass

Meredith Lillich redefined a global field of study and carried that scholarship into more than four decades of teaching on campus.
Dan Bernardi May 27, 2026
Remembering a Pioneer of Medieval Stained Glass

Research Professional Cited for Growing Arts and Humanities Support Network

Sarah Workman’s efforts building a community of arts and humanities research development professionals is recognized for innovation.
Diane Stirling May 20, 2026
Research Professional Cited for Growing Arts and Humanities Support Network

Professor Emeritus of Physics Peter Saulson Elected to the National Academy of Sciences

Saulson built the University's gravitational-wave research group and helped lead the quest that produced the first direct detection of gravitational waves.
News Staff May 19, 2026
Professor Emeritus of Physics Peter Saulson Elected to the National Academy of Sciences

A&S Psychologist: Recess Is a Health Necessity, Not a Reward

Cutting recess doesn't just shortchange kids on playtime. A Syracuse University researcher says it can have real consequences for their health and development.
Daryl Lovell May 19, 2026
A&S Psychologist: Recess Is a Health Necessity, Not a Reward

Study Links Virus Genetic Variations in Wastewater to Community Transmission

Published in Science, the findings from University researchers could transform how public health officials could monitor and detect a host of communicable diseases.
Cort Ruddy May 18, 2026
Study Links Virus Genetic Variations in Wastewater to Community Transmission

Simulated Disaster Training on Campus Provides Real-World Lessons

A live hazard response exercise brings hands-on learning to forensic science students in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Sean Grogan May 18, 2026
Simulated Disaster Training on Campus Provides Real-World Lessons

Annual Showcase Highlights University-Community Collaborations

The Engaged Humanities Network brought together faculty, students and community partners to celebrate projects addressing local needs through research, teaching and creative work.
Dan Bernardi May 15, 2026
Annual Showcase Highlights University-Community Collaborations

The Test Got It Right: Mathematician Leaves Lasting Legacy

Jack Graver retired this spring from the Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts and Sciences after 60 years on the faculty.
Sean Grogan May 14, 2026

Building Community in A&S

A new engagement program connects the school's highest-achieving first-year students with peer mentors, career experiences and a community built just for them.
Sean Grogan May 14, 2026
Building Community in A&S

A&S Students Find Purpose in Writing

Through student-involved publications, A&S writers and editors build career-ready skills and create work that reaches well beyond campus.
Dan Bernardi May 14, 2026
A&S Students Find Purpose in Writing

A&S Students Shine at Annual Undergraduate Research Festival

Students gathered at the Life Sciences Complex to present their work to faculty, staff, peers and guests.
Casey Schad May 14, 2026
A&S Students Shine at Annual Undergraduate Research Festival

Chie Sakakibara Is Changing Climate Research From the Inside Out

The professor’s decades-long partnerships with Indigenous Arctic and Japanese communities are yielding a new model for climate research.
News Staff May 13, 2026
Chie Sakakibara Is Changing Climate Research From the Inside Out

Former A&S Dean Samuel Gorovitz Reflects on University Career

As Gorovitz prepares to retire this month, the former College of Arts and Sciences Dean and founding figure of looks back on bioethics, the field
Sean Grogan May 12, 2026
Former A&S Dean Samuel Gorovitz Reflects on University Career