Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics

Staying Safe as We Age: Understanding Falls in Older Adults

Falls are a major concern for older adults and for those that love and care for them. They are a leading cause of injury for
Daryl Lovell Aug. 12, 2024
Staying Safe as We Age: Understanding Falls in Older Adults

Falk College Partners With UNLV for Inaugural Sports, Entertainment and Innovation Conference

More than 500 people attended the inaugural Sports, Entertainment and Innovation Conference (SEICon) in Las Vegas this summer. The David B. Falk College of Sport
Margie Chetney Aug. 7, 2024
Falk College Partners With UNLV for Inaugural Sports, Entertainment and Innovation Conference

Undergraduate Students Celebrate the Fruits of Their Summer Research

This summer, undergraduates Xuezhu (Stephanie) Hua ’25, Kaniya Ross ’25 and Edward Lu ’26 have been deeply engaged in research. Hua, a nutrition science major
Undergraduate Students Celebrate the Fruits of Their Summer Research

Featured Media Coverage – July 2024

Syracuse University thought leaders, events and research news were showcased in the following news outlets this month: Anthony D’Angelo (Newhouse): PR Daily Lindsey Darvin (Falk):
Daryl Lovell July 31, 2024
Featured Media Coverage – July 2024

From Zero to Hero: Syracuse University Esports Program Earns National Recognition in First Year

This past academic year served as “Year Zero” for Syracuse University’s esports program, which includes an academic degree program starting this fall and competitive teams
Matt Michael July 30, 2024
From Zero to Hero: Syracuse University Esports Program Earns National Recognition in First Year

Falk College Students, Faculty and Athletes Featured in Summer Olympics

The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics and Paralympics are here and representatives from the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics at Syracuse University will have
Matt Michael July 22, 2024
Falk College Students, Faculty and Athletes Featured in Summer Olympics

Engaging Youth to Sustain the Longevity of the Olympics: Q&A With Professor Jeeyoon Kim

The 2024 Paris Olympics is almost underway. The glory for the world-class athletes and the excitement for the spectators make for a riveting Games—crucial for
Kathleen Haley July 22, 2024
Engaging Youth to Sustain the Longevity of the Olympics: Q&A With Professor Jeeyoon Kim

Sport Management Professor Lindsey Darvin a Finalist for National Esports Award

As a former athlete who played basketball and lacrosse in college, Lindsey Darvin became fully aware that too frequently, all is not equal when it
Matt Michael July 15, 2024
Sport Management Professor Lindsey Darvin a Finalist for National Esports Award

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

Gamechangers: Esports Degree Program Enjoys Successful Launch (Podcast)

Beginning in the fall, Syracuse University’s electronic sports, or esports, academic degree program will welcome admitted students to campus for classes. This past academic year
John Boccacino June 25, 2024
Gamechangers: Esports Degree Program Enjoys Successful Launch (Podcast)

We Can’t Do It Alone: Getting Teens Off Their Phones Requires Broad Intervention

School districts and the U.S. Surgeon General are taking action to curb the negative effects of social media on teens. This month, Los Angeles school
Daryl Lovell June 24, 2024
We Can’t Do It Alone: Getting Teens Off Their Phones Requires Broad Intervention

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

Falk in Australia: ‘We Made Memories That Will Last a Lifetime and Bonds That Will Last Forever’

From mid-May through early June, 19 students from Syracuse University–including 14 from Falk College–spent the start of their summer in Australia for the “Australia: Sport,
Matt Michael June 11, 2024
Falk in Australia: ‘We Made Memories That Will Last a Lifetime and Bonds That Will Last Forever’

4 Days in Philly: Falk College Students Enjoy ‘Extraordinary Opportunity’ on Immersion Trip

The city of Philadelphia is one of 12 cities that host teams in the “Big Four” major sports leagues in North America: the Phillies of
Margie Chetney June 7, 2024
4 Days in Philly: Falk College Students Enjoy ‘Extraordinary Opportunity’ on Immersion Trip

Human Dynamics Task Force Members Appointed, Set to Begin Work

A task force charged with the reimagination of Syracuse University’s human dynamics academic programs has been convened by Vice Chancellor, Provost and Chief Academic Officer
Wendy S. Loughlin June 6, 2024
Human Dynamics Task Force Members Appointed, Set to Begin Work

University to Launch Innovative Mental Health Program for Student Veterans

In recognition of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, the University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) is pleased to announce the launch of
Charlie Poag May 30, 2024
University to Launch Innovative Mental Health Program for Student Veterans

Who Had the Best NFL Draft? Falk College Sport Management Students

And with the first pick of volunteers for the 2024 NFL Draft, the Detroit Sports Commission selects . . . Falk College sport management and
Matt Michael May 24, 2024
Who Had the Best NFL Draft? Falk College Sport Management Students

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