Tag: africa
Eroding education: The state of African American Studies at Syracuse University
AAS faculty and staff received an email notifying them that their department would have no chair for this semester on Jan. 12, 2024. Read More »
171 years later, Jerry Rescue Day sparks local attention toward social change
Memorialized as a statue in Clinton Square, the event is an “inflection point” in the history of slavery in America. The statue features Samuel May, a white abolitionist; Rev. Jermain W. Loguen, a Black man who previously escaped his own enslavement and William “Jerry” Henry. Read More »
Students showcase dishes from around the world at International Festival
Student associations representing South Asia, China, the Philippines, Africa, Europe, the Caribbean and Francophone countries gathered in the Goldstein Auditorium to celebrate this year’s International Festival. Read More »
These trending TikTok sounds will guide your fall 2022 class schedule
Feeling like you’re “probably f*cked” ahead of fall 2022 registration? Don’t worry, The Daily Orange Culture Staff has compiled a list of recommended courses based on popular TikTok sounds. Read More »
African Student Union revitalizes Miss Africa Pageant with music, dance performances
The African Student Union hosted the second Miss Africa pageant on March 31 in Goldstein Auditorium. Read More »
African Student Union raises money for communities in Africa through ASU Foundation
The ASU Foundation hopes to aid impoverished African nations through partnering with organizations and raising funds. Read More »
Kick off spring 2022 registration with these Ted Lasso-themed course recommendations
The Daily Orange Culture staff have compiled a list of recommendations for spring 2022 classes, “Ted Lasso” style. Read More »
SU Drama addresses Herero genocide in ‘We Are Proud to Present’
Syracuse University’s Department of Drama’s performance of “We Are Proud To Present a Presentation About the Herero of Namibia, Formerly Known as Southwest Africa, From the German Südwestafrika, Between the Years 1884–1915” opens Saturday. Read More »
Studying abroad doesn’t have to break the bank
Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but it doesn’t have to be a blow to your wallet. Here’s how to take advantage of Syracuse University’s abroad programs to find which destination — and price tag — is the best fit for you. Read More »
Jean-Eric van der Elst’s diverse upbringing makes him a perfect fit for Syracuse rugby
Jean-Eric van der Elst started his rugby career in South Africa and has played in a handful of other countries since. Read More »
My Lucky Tummy introduces Syracuse to world cultures through pop-up food courts
Multinational food court My Lucky Tummy allows people a glimpse into a different culture with just one bite of food. Read More »
SU and SUNY-ESF students use food waste to create sustainable energy
Farm to Flame takes ground-up food waste and uses it to power generators. Read More »
Black Lives Matter Syracuse to celebrate black empowerment with ‘Black Panther’ screening
Black Lives Matter Syracuse has raised more than $6,000 to send kids to see “Black Panther” this weekend, setting a precedent for the film’s importance. Read More »
Elephants are friends, not products. Here’s how we can protect them.
Environment columnist Allison Weis discusses the urgency of the declining elephant population and presents the challenges current policymakers face. Read More »
Newborn technology project at Rice University up for $100 million grant
The NEST360˚ initiative at Rice University is a finalist for the $100 million MacArthur Fellowship, which enhance the program to save the lives of more infants. Read More »
Angie Pati, a double major and triple minor, really is the girl who does it all
Angie Pati is determined to save the world. With the ample resources SU provides, she is already halfway there. Read More »
World famous photographer gives lecture on career experiences
During her career, Addario has covered conflicts throughout Africa and the Middle East. Her photos have appeared in publications including The New York Times and National Geographic. Read More »
'Afroblend Unleashed' fashion show showcases beauty of African prints
The African Student Union's annual fashion showcase this year took on the theme "Afroblend Unleased," and showcased a variety of roots-inspired looks. Read More »
Syracuse University selects SHoP Architects to design National Veterans Resource Complex
Syracuse University has selected SHoP Architects to design the National Veterans Resource Complex. Read More »
SU offers program for foreign students studying disability rights law
Syracuse University's College of Law is one of five law schools around the world that offers the Disability Rights Scholarship program, through which foreign-trained students from 10 countries in Africa and South America, as well as China and Mexico, can study disability rights law at the law school of their choice. Read More »
iSchool helps create another information studies school in Uganda
Through meeting with Ugandan officials, Syracuse University was able to help establish a School of Information Studies at Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda. Read More »