College of Arts and Sciences Professor Marina Artuso (Department of Physics) has been named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). She was elected by the AAAS Council for extraordinary achievements in her field and her efforts on behalf of the advancement of science. The fellows will be honored at a ceremony later this year in Washington, D.C.Artuso joins a prestigious list of Syracuse University professors who have been named AAAS Fellows. Since 2010, these A&S faculty received the honor: Jennifer Ross, professor and department chair...
Whitman School of Management has demonstrated its dedication to fostering entrepreneurship by collaborating with POV Brand Management, a student-run digital marketing agency. Executive Dean J. Michael Haynie expressed the school's commitment, stating, "Fostering emerging entrepreneurs and supporting their ideas are at the heart of the Whitman School. And, what better way to promote our commitment to entrepreneurship than to hire some of our own?" The partnership between Whitman and POV has been mutually beneficial, as noted by Haynie, who also serves as vice chancellor for...
The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.
Sara Villagio ’04, Carnegie Hall’s chief marketing officer, has been selected as the convocation speaker for Syracuse University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) on May 11. The ceremony will take place at the JMA Wireless Dome.Villagio, who oversees marketing strategy, creative efforts, and customer service at Carnegie Hall, has made significant contributions since joining the institution in 2017. She introduced customer-curated subscription packages, led branding updates, and played a key role in the Hall's reopening post-pandemic. Additionally, Villagio...
Syracuse University Libraries has announced their services for the end of the Spring 2024 semester, offering various initiatives to support students during this busy period.According to the announcement, Bird Library will have extended hours during this time, with the lower level up to the second floor remaining open 24 hours a day, while the third through fifth floors will be open from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m.One of the services being provided is the "Food for Fines" program, where patrons can donate healthy, nonperishable food and hygiene items in exchange for a reduction of...
Syracuse University's D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) has been granted $3.5 million by Google as part of the tech company's $75 million AI Opportunity Fund. The grant aims to provide training in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence to transitioning service members, veterans, and military-connected spouses.J. Michael Haynie, the vice chancellor for strategic initiatives and innovation and the executive director of the IVMF, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership with Google during a press conference in Washington, D.C. Haynie stated,...
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay recently attended the opening of the Sterling Nature Center Resiliency Education Building on April 24, 2024. The event marked a significant milestone for the region, with Barclay emphasizing the benefits of the transformative initiative, stating, "This transformative initiative will benefit countless residents and businesses along the Lake Ontario shoreline."The project, funded with $3.1 million through the state’s Resiliency and Economic Development Initiative, focused on the revitalization of the International Pier. This pier has...
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.
Members of Syracuse University’s military-connected community gathered for the 2024 SVO Ball & Awards Banquet, which featured a Gatsby-themed evening and a celebration of achievements within the veteran community. SVO President John Nipper ’23, G’24, expressed his pride in the graduating military-connected students, stating, “Congratulations on all your successes here at Syracuse University, you should be proud of all your accomplishments and to now be recognized as an alumni of these hallowed halls. We know that you will do great things in your future endeavors.”The...
The Defense Programs at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management has recently welcomed two esteemed individuals to its leadership team. Thomas Constable and Ltc. (ret) John G. Dean IV have taken on key roles within the program, bringing with them a wealth of experience and dedication to the field.Thomas Constable, the newly appointed director of Defense Programs, brings a distinguished background to his role. With a career spanning over two decades in the U.S. Army and the Department of Defense, Constable's expertise is a valuable addition to the program. Reflecting on...
Syracuse Firefighters were alerted to a fire in the 400 block of Burnet Ave, with callers reporting smoke visible from I-690. Firefighters arrived to find heavy black smoke billowing from the building, with fire showing at the rear as well. As reported, "A signal ‘99’ was transmitted, indicating a working fire."Teams of firefighters quickly began efforts to combat the fire, with some stretching hoses into the building while others conducted thorough searches of the large, mixed-use structure. Despite the challenges posed by the building's layout, firefighters were able to...
Linxi (Jenny) Zhang, a fifth-year bachelor of architecture degree student in the School of Architecture, has been recognized in Metropolis magazine's Future100, an elite group of architecture and interior architecture students from the United States and Canada.In a letter addressing Zhang, Avinash Rajagopal, the editor in chief of Metropolis magazine, expressed their admiration for the quality of work submitted and the potential Zhang holds for the industry. Rajagopal stated, "We were blown away by the quality of work you and your peers submitted, and we feel that you...
The University has announced its involvement in the annual “On My Own Time” event, a celebration of local visual arts that showcases the artistic talents of faculty and staff members who create art in their spare time.Participants are encouraged to display their creativity, with artwork submissions set to be exhibited at Bird Library under the theme “On My Own Time–Celebrating the Artistic Talents of Syracuse University Faculty and Staff.” The exhibition is scheduled to run from May 30 to June 6, allowing colleagues to appreciate and vote for their favorite pieces for the...
The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Oswego County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.
Graduate students and educators enrolled in the School of Education course, Significant Disabilities: Shifts in Paradigms and Practices, will provide a showcase of their work on May 8 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Special Collections Research Center (SCRC), located on the 6th floor of Bird Library. The course was taught by Dr. Julia M. White, a 2023-2024 SCRC Faculty Fellow.Co-organized by the SCRC and the School of Education, this event will debut a digital exhibition, "From Institutionalization to Inclusion: Disability Activism in the Syracuse University Special...
The SOURCE (Syracuse Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement) has unveiled new grant opportunities and revisions to existing student award programs for the upcoming 2024-25 academic year."Based on feedback from students and faculty, the new award and changes to existing awards will make SOURCE funding more flexible for an even broader population of students," stated Kate Hanson, director of the SOURCE.The newly introduced SOURCE Bridge Award aims to provide short-term, renewable support up to $2,000 for students at all levels to engage in mentored...
Sport analytics students from Syracuse University have been making waves in national competitions this spring, showcasing their skills and knowledge in various events. According to Rodney Paul, the director of the sport analytics program, research and competition are key components of the program. Paul emphasized the program's commitment to excellence, stating, "We pride ourselves on being willing to compete with anyone at any time and to show off our work in competitive settings."One of the highlights of the semester was Syracuse University's victory in the AXS National...
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh has unveiled the Syracuse Housing Strategy, a comprehensive plan aimed at enhancing housing conditions in the city. Described as a "smart framework" by Mayor Walsh, the 70-page strategy outlines key initiatives to revitalize the housing stock and breathe new life into city neighborhoods.According to Mayor Walsh, the strategy builds upon existing initiatives and encourages continued commitment to neighborhood projects. He emphasized the need for challenging and disruptive choices to optimize limited resources for the benefit of Syracuse...
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.