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College of Professional Studies Supports Military-Connected Students with Innovative Programs

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 21, 2024

Syracuse University's College of Professional Studies (CPS) has been lauded for its commitment to meeting the educational needs of military-connected students. Liz Green, executive director of online student success at CPS and a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force, emphasized the university's dedication to supporting military students, stating, "Supporting military-connected students and their families is part of Syracuse University’s mission."CPS offers an IVMF Alumni Tuition Incentive for graduates of IVMF programs, providing military-connected students who are IVMF...

Rep. Williams Introduces Bill to Modernize Security at VA Hospitals

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 21, 2024

WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) has put forth a new bill aimed at enhancing security measures at VA medical facilities across the nation. The proposed legislation, H.R. 7765, titled the VA Security Screening Pilot Program Act, focuses on upgrading security technology to better protect both employees and patients within these facilities.The bill's primary objective is to implement a pilot program that would utilize weapon screening technology at the main entrance of each VA medical center within a designated Veterans Integrated Service Network...

DPS Campus Peace Officer Academy Officially Underway

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 21, 2024

Nine new recruits have been sworn into the Syracuse University Department of Public Safety (DPS) Campus Peace Officer Academy, as reported on March 21, 2024. The ceremony, officiated by Syracuse Police First Deputy Chief Richard Shoff, marked the beginning of their training to become campus peace officers.The recruits sworn into this academy class include Thomas Bingham, Kit Diana, Donovan Green, Keyatta Green, Teng Kiir, Sean McCaffery, Delana Thomas, Barrington Wallace, and Liam Welling. Additionally, Jay Kreis will be joining the academy and will later head to Onondaga...

Providing Peer Mentoring Opportunities to Women of Color Through Dimensions

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 21, 2024

Mar 21 2024Serving as a peer mentor to Syracuse University’s undergraduate women of color means the world to Kamille Montgomery ’24. Montgomery, along with her fellow student mentors in the Dimensions Mentoring Program, a peer-to-peer group aimed at supporting and empowering women of color in their college journeys, have been making a significant impact on campus.Montgomery emphasizes the importance of representation in mentoring, stating, “Dimensions offers a support system of people who are going through the same journey together. If I can provide advice and guidance...

City Issues Request for Proposals for Three Buildings Used by SCSD

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 21, 2024

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh and Syracuse City School District Superintendent Anthony Davis have announced that the City of Syracuse has issued requests for proposals (RFPs) to repurpose and redevelop three historic buildings currently used by the school district. The properties in question are the District’s Administrative Offices on Harrison Street, the Johnson Vocational Center on East Genesee Street, and the maintenance facility in the former Smith Vocational Tech building on Park Avenue.According to the RFPs, the City's priorities include creating permanent job...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Onondaga County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 20, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

Resurrecting Song: Professor Wendy Moy’s New Book Documents Choral Music’s Resilience During COVID-19

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 20, 2024

Professor Wendy Moy's latest book, "Resurrecting Song: A Pathway Forward for the Choral Art in the Time of Pandemics," delves into the resilience of choral music during the COVID-19 pandemic. The book, to be launched on April 3, brings together personal accounts from choral musicians, showcasing their journey through crisis to rebuilding in a new era.Tim Sharp, former American Choral Directors Association Executive Director, expressed the significance of Moy's research by stating, "It’ll be interesting, and I think important, to document this. In 10 years, we’ll look back...

Rep. Williams Voices Support for Federal Courthouse in Utica

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 20, 2024

WASHINGTON — Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) has expressed his strong support for the Federal Courthouse in Utica, New York, the Alexander Pirnie Federal Building. In a letter addressed to the Director of the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, Robert J. Conrad, Jr., Congressman Williams highlighted the importance of the courthouse to the Utica-Rome region."Closing this building would do an immense disservice to hundreds of thousands of people in the Utica-Rome region. They deserve straightforward answers about whether a closure is being considered and what...

Chancellor Syverud Provides Update to University Senate on Housing and Technology Leadership

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 20, 2024

Chancellor Syverud, in a recent update to the University Senate, shared several significant developments. Firstly, plans were unveiled for the construction of two new residence halls, the first in at least 15 years. The Chancellor highlighted that one of the halls will be located on Ostrom Avenue across from Thornden Park, with the project currently in the design phase and construction set to commence later this year. Another residence hall will replace the Marion and Kimmel halls, with details regarding size and timeline still pending evaluation.The Chancellor emphasized...

University Celebrates 2024 National Libraries Week

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 20, 2024

Syracuse University Libraries, in collaboration with Pi Lambda Sigma chapter of Beta Phi Mu, the international library and information studies honor society at the University, is celebrating National Libraries Week from April 7-13. The American Library Association has designated “Ready, Set, Library!” as this year’s national theme.As part of the celebrations, a virtual presentation on ‘The Role of Libraries in Fighting Misinformation: The Tulsa 1921 Race Massacre’ will be held on April 9 at 3 p.m, presented by Adrienne Teague ’18, a public librarian in Tulsa, Oklahoma....

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Onondaga County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

Former South Miami Senior High School guard Nicolas Louis-Jacques’ collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, South Miami Senior High School Guard Nicolas Louis-Jacques’ collegiate team the Colgate Raiders were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 14 seed.

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College of Professional Studies Supports Military-Connected Students with Innovative Programs

Rep. Williams Introduces Bill to Modernize Security at VA Hospitals

DPS Campus Peace Officer Academy Officially Underway

Providing Peer Mentoring Opportunities to Women of Color Through Dimensions

City Issues Request for Proposals for Three Buildings Used by SCSD

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Onondaga County in week ending Mar. 16?

Resurrecting Song: Professor Wendy Moy’s New Book Documents Choral Music’s Resilience During COVID-19

Rep. Williams Voices Support for Federal Courthouse in Utica

Chancellor Syverud Provides Update to University Senate on Housing and Technology Leadership

University Celebrates 2024 National Libraries Week

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Onondaga County in week ending Mar. 16?

Former South Miami Senior High School guard Nicolas Louis-Jacques’ collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

Former Brooks School guard Brady Cummins’ collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

Former Methacton High School guard Jeff Woodward’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

Former Spain Park High School guard Sam Wright’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

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