Tag: Chancellor Kent Syverud
Cerri Banks to receive honorary degree at SU commencement alongside 3 others
SU will honor Cerri Banks with a posthumous honorary degree, as well as award honorary degrees to Michael Crow, David MacDonald and Kathleen Walters, at the 2023 commencement ceremony on May 14. Read More »
Donna Shalala announced as the 2023 commencement speaker
Donna Shalala, an SU alumna and former secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, will deliver the keynote address to the graduating class of 2023 at May 14. Read More »
GSO passes resolution to remove recommendation letter requirement in PAC applications
The decision comes after complaints from students who found it difficult to obtain recommendation letters from faculty. Read More »
Adderall shortage hinders students' academic, personal success
Syracuse University students shared their experiences following a months-long national shortage in Adderall. Read More »
Maxwell panel explores disconnect between Gen Z and political participation
D. Sunshine Hillygus, Kevin Munger and Maurice Brown participated in the “Gen Z and the Future of Politics” panel on Monday. Read More »
SU announces 2023 Fulbright award recipients
The 10 recipients of the 2023 Fulbright U.S Student Program awards grants students teaching assistantships in other countries. Read More »
MP Geiss, Simone Bellot reflect on year as senior class marshals ahead of commencement
MP Geiss and Simone Bellot, the class of 2023 senior marshals, said their roles have allowed them to advocate for campus organizations they're involved with. Read More »
SA and OrangeSeeds emphasize community service through 'The Big Event,' 'Spring Into Action'
Syracuse's University's Student Association and OrangeSeeds students had the opportunity to give back to the local Syracuse area through community service. Read More »
Be With Survivors SU holds peaceful protest on 24th anniversary of Columbine
Be With Survivors SU held a peaceful protest outside of Hendricks Chapel to commemorate the 24th anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting on Thursday. Read More »
SU alumna Nuria Esparch speaks on journey to becoming Peru’s first female defense minister
SU alumna Nuria Esparch spoke at an event on Wednesday hosted by SU’s Moynihan Institute and the Program on Latin America and the Caribbean. Read More »
University Senate passes resolution calling for DPS to rework bias reporting system
Following concerns regarding DPS’s bias reporting process, University Senate passed a resolution to increase transparency in the department. Read More »
SU to launch Falk-Whitman double degree to meet demand for sports business careers
SU is launching a new dual major between the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics and the Whitman School of Management starting in fall 2024. Read More »
Women in Leadership Initiative is taking applications for 2nd cohort
The Women in Leadership initiative is accepting applications for its second annual cohort of SU faculty and staff. Read More »
Former College of Arts and Sciences interim dean to serve as new provost for academic affairs
In her new role, Lois Agnew will assist Syracuse University Vice Chancellor, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Gretchen Ritter in supporting key academic initiatives. Read More »
DPS reports attempted sexual assault in Thornden Park
DPS said it received a report of an attempted sexual assault in Thornden Park at approximately 5 p.m. on Friday, according to a campus-wide email. Read More »
Former presidential candidate, businessman Tom Steyer speaks at SU
Steyer centered his talk on sustainability efforts and actions that could combat climate change during his Tuesday visit to Syracuse University. Read More »
Syracuse University names 2023 SU Scholars, the highest undergraduate award
Syracuse University’s 12 University Scholars will be honored on Friday, April 21 at SU’s One University Awards ceremony. Read More »
Delta Tau Delta fraternity to return in fall 2023 following multi-year suspension
The vice president of membership for the national fraternity will visit Syracuse University on Wednesday as Delta Tau Delta's return looms. Read More »
Campus active shooter report false, DPS confirms
DPS confirmed that a Sunday night report of an on-campus shooting was false. Read More »
Expect disruptions to trolley, shuttle services, SU PTS says
Delays in Syracuse University's trolley system are expected by SU's Office of Parking and Transportation Services due to a continued shortage in drivers. Read More »
Conservative activist, author Yeonmi Park speaks at Shaffer Art Institute
On Wednesday, Yeonmi Park spoke at “The Fundamentals of Freedom: We Must Fight Against Tyranny" Q&A discussion in the Shaffer Art Building. Read More »
After election, SGEU reflects on journey to recognition, what comes next in bargaining
Following Tuesday's vote, members of SGEU can move forward on negotiations with SU over concerns like pay and benefits. Read More »
SU incorporates 'course-tagging' tools to aid in class selection on MySlice
The new MySlice “course tagging” tools will allow students to categorize classes based on the academic goals they satisfy. Read More »
SU hosts talk on anti-oppressive educational approaches to neurodivergent students
Dr. Nick Walker and Christine Ashby participated in Tuesday’s virtual discussion on ways to properly accommodate neurodivergent students. Read More »