SU International Women’s Day keynote tackles digital equity
In recognition of International Women's Day, a Maxwell alumna returned to campus to discuss how girls and women can feel empowered in the digital age. Read more »
On Campus
Kelly Chandler-Olcott named as new dean of SU’s School of Education
After serving as interim dean since June 2021, SU officially appointed Kelly Chandler-Olcott as the new dean of its School of Education. Read more »
Syracuse University holds final feedback forum for Academic Strategic Plan
Syracuse University leadership hosted its second virtual feedback forum this month to collect feedback for its initial draft of the Academic Strategic Plan. Read more »
Behzad Mortazavi named as new dean of SU’s College of Arts & Sciences
Behzad Mortazavi, a professor and department chair in biological sciences at the University of Alabama, will begin his role as the new dean this July. Read more »
SU Humanities Center announces 4 research cohort members for 2023
Professors who were chosen for the fellowship said the Humanities Center's funding and relief of teaching duties during the fellowship period helped them focus on producing important research. Read more »
SU law professor placed on administrative leave amid assault allegations
Terry Turnipseed, a Syracuse University professor from the College of Law since 2004, was placed on administrative leave amid recent allegations. Read more »
SUSTAIN grant aims to increase STEM retention in women, marginalized communities
SU alumna Laura Feldman donated a $1.5 million grant to continue funding the SUSTAIN program, which helps women in STEM and other students from marginalized communities toward their degrees. Read more »
The Dynamic Sustainability Lab looks to reduce SU's carbon footprint
The Dynamic Sustainability Lab helps SU and other organizations work toward carbon neutrality goals through student-run research. Read more »
SU’s Academic Strategic Plan committee hosts feedback session for initial draft
Syracuse University hosted its second of three feedback sessions for the initial draft of the Academic Strategic Plan to hear from the SU community. Read more »
Students express frustration after SU reports anti-LGBTQ graffiti in Watson Hall
Syracuse University students and staff met Wednesday night to discuss two reports of alleged anti-LGBTQ graffiti found in Watson Hall on Feb. 23. Read more »
Syracuse Graduate Employees United announces union election agreement with SU administration
Syracuse Graduate Student Employees United has secured an agreement with Syracuse University administration for a union election. Read more »
Former NASA administrator Fred Gregory presents SU Astronaut Scholarships
Syracuse University hosted a former astronaut to announce SU's astronaut scholars as it expands programs in anticipation of Micron's expected arrival. Read more »
New court that will connect the Dome and Barnes to be done by 2024 football season
Syracuse University will soon begin construction on the Miron Victory Court, a facility that connects the JMA Wireless Dome and Barnes Center. Read more »
Maxwell hosts talk with SU alum regarding worker inequities during pandemic
Syracuse University alumnus Jamie McCallum returned to campus to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on essential workers in his new book. Read more »
Newhouse announces death of longtime professor emerita
The Newhouse School announced that Nancy Sharp, who served as a professor for 34 years, died on Feb. 12 according to a tweet from Monday. Read more »
SU's Institute for Veterans and Military Families receives $1 million grant from nonprofit
Syracuse University's D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families will expand one of its programs through a new, $1 million grant. Read more »
SU Libraries announces free online Washington Post subscription for all students, staff
Syracuse University libraries are now offering a free online subscription to The Washington Post for all university students, faculty and staff. Read more »
ASP forum addresses accessibility, greater community outreach after 1st draft release
Syracuse University leadership hosted a feedback forum Thursday for its Academic Strategic Plan, which outlines long-term academic objectives. Read more »
SU Libraries’ new read-and-publish agreements expand access to publications
New agreements allow Syracuse University-affiliated researchers to make it easier for the general public to access research publications. Read more »
Syracuse Graduate Employees United and SU are working toward terms for election agreement
Syracuse Graduate Employees United remains in negotiation with Syracuse University's administration over terms for an election agreement. Read more »
Residence Hall Association holds forum to address concerns on dining halls, facilities
Students voiced dining hall concerns at the parliamentary-procedure structured RHA Campus Community Forum. Read more »
Syracuse University places Sigma Delta Tau sorority under investigative status
Syracuse University's Sigma Delta Tau sorority is under investigative status for an alleged violation of the university's student Code of Conduct. Read more »
As Syracuse Graduate Employees United’s recognition deadline passes, SU remains silent
Syracuse University failed to acknowledge the Feb. 20 deadline set by the Syracuse Graduate Employees United to recognize its unionization effort. Read more »
Even with heavy emphasis on Greek life at SU, it’s not the only way to build relationships
I think one of the most dangerous myths about college in general is that it has to be “the best four years of your life.” It puts pressure on students who are already pushing themselves to stay on top of work and start planning for their future, to make sure they have the perfect social life. Read more »
