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 »
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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 »
DPS reports anti-LGBTQ bias incident at Watson Hall, 2nd in 2 weeks
DPS updated its Bias Incident Reports website Tuesday with a report of an anti-LGBTQ slur overheard on Saturday in Watson Hall. 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 »
Breaking down Syracuse University’s bias reporting policy
The anti-LGBTQ graffiti in Watson Hall was reported on Feb. 24, but DPS add the incident to its bias reporting website until March 2. Read more »
SU School of Education PhD student dies
Megan Cartier, a PhD student studying special education in the School of Education, has died, SU officials announced on Thursday. Read more »
Graduate Student Organization votes to create advisory council for Executive Board
GSO Senators also discussed the recent resignation of former GSO president Yousr Dhaouadi in the meeting. 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 »
From Brooklyn to SU, Nichole Henry's welcoming presence makes her 2023 Unsung Hero
In addition to working full-time at SU, being the mother of two kids, and remaining involved in several community organizations, Henry is also working towards a doctorate degree. 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 »
