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Yesterday, Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) and Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo, MD (CO-08), introduced the Youth Suicide Prevention Research Act in an effort to address the escalating crisis of youth suicide in America. This bipartisan legislation aims to broaden the National Science Foundation-supported research into suicide prevention by including research on the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on mental health outcomes. This expansion will be facilitated by amending the Advancing Research to Prevent Suicide Act.

University unveils Plastic Reduction Plan under Climate Action initiative

The University, in collaboration with the Student Association, has unveiled its Plastic Reduction Plan. This initiative is a component of the recently updated Climate Action Plan and signifies one of the sustainability-related goals that the University has pledged to achieve. The plan delineates how the institution aims to significantly decrease the usage of single-use plastics by the 2027-28 academic year.

Syracuse University welcomes six new members to Board of Trustees

Syracuse University has recently welcomed six new members to its Board of Trustees. These individuals, recognized as innovators in their respective fields, come from diverse backgrounds with experiences as entrepreneurs, investors, executives and visionaries. The newly elected members are Nomi Bergman, Brian D. Grossman, Stephen H. Hagerty ’91, G’93, Allegra F. Ivey G’99, Jeannine L. Lostritto ’90 and Kirthiga U. Reddy G’95.

Emma MacLachlan, former Marcellus Sr. High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

Cassidy Ormond, former Cicero-North Syracuse High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

They open the tournament against Rochester Yellowjackets.

Sophia D'Arcangelis, former Liverpool High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

Her team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Oswego County in week ending May 11?

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Oswego County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Onondaga County in week ending May 11?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Madison County in week ending May 11?

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Syracuse University physicist receives NSF grant for gravitational wave research

Syracuse University's Department of Physics has a long-standing partnership with the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) to deepen our understanding of the universe's fundamental workings. In 2015, the Syracuse University Gravitational Wave Group was instrumental in a discovery that validated Albert Einstein’s general theory of relativity through the first detection of gravitational waves. Since then, physicists from the College of Arts and Sciences have been building on this knowledge.

Syracuse University opens spring 2025 study abroad applications

Syracuse University is set to open applications for its spring 2025 study abroad programs on June 1. With the conclusion of the spring semester, students are encouraged to begin planning their overseas academic experiences.

Summer construction limits access to University's Link Hall

The University's Link Hall STEM renewal project, now in its third phase, will see extensive upgrades to the building over the summer. Beginning Tuesday, May 14, Campus Planning, Design and Construction (CPDC) will collaborate with a local contractor to execute these improvements, focusing primarily on the first floor.

D'Aniello's gift to transform Catholic Center at Syracuse University

A transformational gift from philanthropist, life trustee and alumnus Daniel D’Aniello ’68, H’20 and his wife, Gayle, will support the construction of a new chapel and renovations to modernize and expand the Catholic Center at Syracuse University. This generous contribution is part of the Forever Orange Campaign.

Campus welcome booths undergo renovations causing temporary lane closures

Campus Planning, Design and Construction (CPDC) has partnered with a local contractor to upgrade four campus welcome booths. The project, which kicked off on Tuesday, May 14, involves the installation of a stone façade on the existing concrete planters.

Syracuse University Libraries honors student employees with awards

Syracuse University Libraries held an awards celebration on April 17 to honor its student employees. The institution typically employs around 150 undergraduate and graduate students annually, who contribute significantly to the safety of library spaces, the quality and repair of collections, and service support to patrons and student entrepreneurs. Student employees are nominated by their supervisors for demonstrating dedicated service over time and making significant contributions that have had a lasting impact on the Libraries.

1 gas station in cities throughout Oswego County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending May 11

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Oswego County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Physics professor Christian Santangelo receives William Wasserstrom Prize

Christian Santangelo, a professor and director of graduate studies in the physics department at the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) and member of the BioInspired Institute, has been named the 2024 recipient of the William Wasserstrom Prize. The award recognizes his exceptional mentorship of graduate students. A&S Dean Behzad Mortazavi presented the award to Santangelo during the Graduate School doctoral hooding ceremony on May 10.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Madison County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending May 11

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Chancellor Syverud praises Syracuse University graduates at commencement

Syracuse University's Chancellor and President, Kent Syverud, addressed the graduates during the university's commencement ceremony on May 12, 2024. He offered words of praise and expressed pride for the students' achievements.

Syracuse University convenes task force to reimagine human dynamics programs