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Office of Community Engagement Hosting Events to Bring Awareness to Food Insecurity
Thousands of people in the City of Syracuse face uncertainty over when and where their next meal will come from. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the poverty rate in the city in among the highest in the…
National Science Foundation Renews Funding for Upstate Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Program
Funding for operating the Upstate Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (ULSAMP) program has been renewed, permitting Syracuse University to continue leading a seven-institution initiative to broaden educational opportunities for students from underrepresented communities to study and pursue careers in…
Operation Orange Warmup to Collect Winter Coats for Community at Nov. 12 Football Game Against Florida State
For the second time this year, Syracuse University is partnering with Central New York nonprofit organizations for Operation Orange Warmup, a collection drive for warm winter coats to help individuals and families in need in our local community. Donations of…
New Tuition Grant Program Unveiled for First Responders
When Liz Green prepares for roll call next month in front of a precinct of City of Syracuse police officers, she plans to be a myth-buster—at least when it comes to higher education. On behalf of the College of Professional…
Marcelle Haddix Takes a Holistic Approach to New Strategic Initiatives Academic Affairs Role (Q&A)
As associate provost for strategic initiatives in the Office of Academic Affairs, Marcelle Haddix wants the work of her office to have an impact on the academic enterprise and the experiences of students—and to connect the University’s academic efforts with…
Syracuse University Expands Go Local Initiative, Creates New Pathways to Home Ownership and Education
As part of its successful Go Local initiative, and to strengthen economic inclusion and development throughout Central New York, Syracuse University today announced it will expand an existing home ownership program and offer a new education incentive to local health…
A&S | Maxwell Students Earn ‘Edge’ in Career-Readiness
Fostering career readiness is a hallmark of the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) | Maxwell School student experience. In fall 2021, A&S | Maxwell launched Edge, a new certification program which allows students to strategically parlay their experiential learning into…
Local Business Owners, Job Seekers Invited to University’s Go Local Career and Vendor Fair April 28
The University is hosting a Career and Vendor Fair Thursday, April 28, as part of its “Go Local” economic initiative. The event will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Oncenter Convention Center ballroom, lower level, 800 S….
Hoping for a ‘Robust Response,’ Operation Orange Warmup to Launch Saturday to Benefit Community Members in Need This Winter
The recent run of sub-freezing temperatures in Central New York serves as a crucial reminder of how important it is to wear proper clothing outdoors, such as winter coats, hats, boots, scarves and gloves. Unfortunately, there are members of the…
Engaged Humanities Network Integrates Research and Community Engagement
For students looking to combine an interest in social justice and community engagement with hands-on, real-world applications, the Engaged Humanities Network (EHN), based in the College of Arts and Sciences, offers the perfect opportunity to be part of community problem-solving…