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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Madison County in week ending June 1?

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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New study-away course offers unique experience for student-athletes

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 7, 2024

They toured the offices of Fox Sports, SONY Pictures, and the NFL Network. They received presentation tips from former NFL champions Lou Alexander ’12, Derrell Smith ’10, and Roland Williams ’97. They learned storytelling from sports broadcasters Andrew Siciliano ’12 and Cameron Lynch ’21 and entertainment producers Kip Konweiser ’85 and Doug Robinson ’85. They also gained insights into marketing from We Are Social head Rebecca Coleman '00 and discovered how to pitch TV show ideas and deliver impactful TED talks.

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Mayor Walsh announces A1 fiscal report from Moody's Ratings

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 7, 2024

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh announced that the City has received an A1 credit rating with a stable outlook from Moody’s Ratings for the fourth consecutive year. This rating, provided by one of the nation’s leading authorities on fiscal health, underscores Syracuse's progress toward fiscal sustainability.

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Sport management students gain insights during immersion trip to Philadelphia

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 7, 2024

During their immersion trip to Philadelphia in May, Sport Management students from the Women in Sports and Events (WISE) Club met with students from Temple University’s Women in Sport and Recreation Management (WSRM) Club.

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Maymester study abroad program explores South Korean culture

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 7, 2024

Students recently explored Seoul, South Korea, to learn about the country’s historical and contemporary sites and to see how its unique culture and traditions have influenced its natural and built environments. The two-week excursion was led by Seyeon Lee, associate professor of environmental and interior design and George Miller quasi-endowed professor in the College of Visual and Performing Arts. Nine undergraduate students from various majors accompanied Lee for the new Maymester study abroad course to understand how social issues and different design practices have shaped...

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Road closures near JMA Wireless Dome for emergency repairs on June 8

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 7, 2024

Van Buren Street and Stadium Place in the area west of the JMA Wireless Dome will be closed to all traffic on Saturday, June 8, from 8 a.m. until approximately 5 p.m. to facilitate emergency water valve replacements by the City of Syracuse.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Onondaga County in week ending June 1?

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 6, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Syracuse University forms task force to revamp human dynamics academic programs

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 6, 2024

A task force charged with reimagining Syracuse University’s human dynamics academic programs has been convened by Vice Chancellor, Provost, and Chief Academic Officer Gretchen Ritter. The Human Dynamics Task Force will focus on programs in human development and family science; marriage and family therapy; public health; and social work. The goal is to position these programs for future success by leveraging opportunities and expanding their impact. These programs have historically been housed in the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, which will now focus...

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Syracuse University launches institute addressing infrastructure challenges

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 6, 2024

Syracuse University has launched the Infrastructure Institute to tackle challenges in infrastructure maintenance, led by Director Min Liu, the Abdallah H. Yabroudi Endowed Professor in Sustainable Civil Infrastructure. The institute aims to develop talent, conduct research, and educate the public for a sustainable future.

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Warehouse display honors alumnus Bert Straus for innovative sports equipment design

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 6, 2024

A display of helmets designed by Bert Straus, a 1959 alumnus of the School of Design, is currently featured at the Nancy Cantor Warehouse. The exhibit honors Straus for his innovative contributions to headwear and protective sports equipment.

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Ph.D. candidate receives fellowship for research on ethics among India's riverine communities

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 6, 2024

Nimisha Thakur, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Anthropology at the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, has been awarded a Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship. This fellowship, granted by the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation, supports scholars completing dissertations that examine ethics and religion in significant ways. Recipients receive a 12-month award of $31,000 to support their final year of dissertation writing.

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Syracuse University receives $150K gift for indigenous teacher preparation scholarships

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 6, 2024

An anonymous benefactor has donated $150,000 to the Syracuse University School of Education to provide scholarships for Native American students preparing to become inclusive education teachers. The School of Education Indigenous Teacher Preparation Fund will offer scholarships to at least seven undergraduate students in its first cohort, set to matriculate by the 2026-27 academic year.

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Syracuse mayor supports new hotel tax approved by state legislature

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 6, 2024

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh expressed his support for the recent approval by the State Legislature of a 2% hotel room occupancy tax for the City of Syracuse. In a statement released on June 6, 2024, Mayor Walsh emphasized the benefits this tax would bring to the city and its surrounding region.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Onondaga County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending June 1

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 5, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Terence J. Lau named dean at Syracuse University's College of Law

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 5, 2024

Syracuse University has announced that Terence J. Lau L’98 will serve as the 13th dean of its College of Law, effective August 5. The Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees approved the appointment.

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Williams updates on ACP extension act and affordable internet resources

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 5, 2024

Since the full lapse of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) at the end of May, Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) has continued to advocate for the passage of H.R. 8466, the Affordable Connectivity Program Improvement and Extension Act of 2024. This legislation aims to replenish the Affordable Connectivity Fund with $6 billion at no additional cost to taxpayers.

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Syracuse professor awarded George E. Yoos Distinguished Service Award

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 5, 2024

Kendall Phillips, professor in the College of Visual and Performing Arts’ Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies (CRS) and interim director of Syracuse University’s Lender Center for Social Justice, has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 George E. Yoos Distinguished Service Award from the Rhetoric Society of America (RSA).

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Campos Foundation pledges $150K gift for STEM scholarships at Syracuse University

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 5, 2024

The Office of Pre-College Programs at Syracuse University has received a $150,000 gift from the Campos Foundation to support recipients of the Campos Foundation Scholarship. This contribution is part of a larger pledge of $2.15 million to the university under the Forever Orange Campaign, benefiting both Summer College and the College of Engineering and Computer Science.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Onondaga County in week ending June 1?

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 4, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Mexico's first female president faces complex challenges ahead

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 4, 2024

Reporters seeking an expert on the issues facing the newly elected president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, are encouraged to contact Gladys McCormick, an associate professor in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University. Professor McCormick provides insight into President-elect Sheinbaum's historic election as the first woman president of Mexico and addresses the challenges her administration will face, from national security to military issues. For interview arrangements, please contact Ellen James Mbuqe, executive director of media...