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Shelley Crawford in the Dean of Students Office Helps Guide Students with Caring and Commitment to Their Success
Two years as a mentor to nine Posse Scholars from Miami had a profound and lasting impact on Shelley Crawford. Crawford ’13 was assistant director of special programs with the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Programs in 2014 when…
How to Navigate Difficult Conversations at Home and at Work
University Ombuds Neal Powless has a quote on his office wall that captures his experience: “Conflict is not a sign of failure; conflict is an opportunity to learn more about ourselves and those that we work with.” In his role,…
Gerri ‘Babydoll’ Williams Celebrates 50 Years at Syracuse University
This past October, Gerri Williams celebrated a milestone that most employees—in any job, with any organization—only dream of attaining: her 50th anniversary with Syracuse University. Williams began her career with Food Services in 1969. She worked in Washington Arms, Haven…
Five Things to Know about Carebridge
Carebridge, the University’s faculty and staff assistance program partner, provides comprehensive, confidential counseling, as well as worklife management services and resources. Here are five things to know about Carebridge that’ll guide you and your loved ones to use this free,…
University Mourns Loss of Harvey Kaiser G’67, G’73, Former Administrator and Faculty Member
Harvey Kaiser, former vice president for facilities administration and faculty member in the School of Architecture and the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 6, after a brief illness. Kaiser played a central role…
Workshop for Faculty, Staff on Resources Offered by Alzheimer’s Association
Whether you are a caregiver or know someone that has been impacted by Alzheimer’s or other dementia, this overview will provide valuable information about the resources and services offered by the Alzheimer’s Association. Carianne Wilson, associate program director for the…
Next Round of Crucial Conversations Training Offered to Supervisors and Staff Beginning Oct. 8
Have you ever found yourself in a discussion with colleagues where stakes were high, emotions were strong, and opinions widely differed? That is what is known as a “crucial conversation”—and the majority of people faced with these types of conversations…
Syracuse Welcome Volunteer Shares Special Moments, Bits of Advice with New Students and Families
In her office, Pam Peter keeps a friendly note from a student’s mom she met during Syracuse Welcome as a special reminder. Peter, assistant dean in the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs, had greeted the mom, her first-year student…
University College Appoints Executive Director of Administration and Strategy
University College Dean Michael Frasciello announced that Jim Gaffey was appointed executive director of administration and strategy at University College (UC) effective July 1. Gaffey served as the director of administration at UC since October 2015. In his new role,…
Whitman Staff Member Heads to Thailand Representing Team USA in Dragon Boat Racing
Ben Schlimmer’s agility and passion for paddling watersports was most certainly passed down from his father and grandfather. A son of a canoe enthusiast and grandson of a Boy Scout troop leader who led adventurous water excursions, Schlimmer has adeptly…