On a winter day 25 years ago, Paul Parpard G’94, then a professor in the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University, observed the snow-covered turrets of Tolley Hall and the rooftops of Maxwell Hall and Crouse College from his office in Lyman Hall. Inspired by this view, he captured a photo that later became the basis for his painting “Syracuse University Winter.”
The Detroit Sports Commission and Visit Detroit enlisted the help of six female students from Falk College’s Department of Sport Management for the 2024 NFL Draft held in late April. The selected students were Aryssa Hopps ’25, Grace Froehlke ’26, and Alivia (Ava) Uribe ’26 from Sport Management, along with Anna Pierce ’25, Madelyn (Maddy) Forster ’26, and Claire Patin ’26 from the Sport Analytics program.
New York has made strides in combating the ongoing opioid crisis, but much work remains as the state continues to experience a high number of deaths. For many, this epidemic is personal, affecting acquaintances, friends, or family members. The opioid crisis does not discriminate. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than two million Americans abuse opioids, and over 90 Americans die from opioid overdoses daily.
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh announced a road reconstruction project on Peat Street, set to begin on Saturday, May 25. Crews will mill and pave the road from Burnet Avenue to Erie Boulevard. The road will be closed during construction from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., with traffic detours in place. Drivers may experience delays and are advised to use alternate routes if possible.
Each summer, students from around the world come to Syracuse University as Fulbright Scholars. International Programs within the College of Professional Studies is currently seeking volunteers to host these scholars for a meal during their stay in Central New York.
Syracuse University’s women’s volleyball team, led by head coach Bakeer Ganesharatnam, has announced the opening of registration for their 2024 summer camps. This marks the second consecutive year the camps will be held. The sessions are scheduled to take place in June on campus at the Women’s Building, Gym A.
The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Oswego County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.
On May 22, 2024, at 12:38 a.m., Syracuse firefighters were alerted by the Onondaga County 911 Center to a reported structure fire at 634 East Division Street on the city’s North Side. Firefighters from Station 2 on Lodi Street arrived shortly after and found a two-story house fully engulfed in flames. Crews reported heavy fire emanating from the first floor, second floor, and roof of the vacant structure. A signal ‘99’ was transmitted.
Nine student teams have been awarded $5,000 each through the Orange Innovation Fund, a grant program administered by Syracuse University Libraries to assist students in commercializing their research ideas. The recipients will be honored during a Zoom event on May 23.
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh proclaimed the City of Syracuse to be a Purple Heart City on Wednesday, May 22. Walsh was joined by multiple local recipients of the Purple Heart, leaders of the Central New York Chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, and representatives from over 15 other local veterans groups.
Today, Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) announced the winner of the 22nd District of New York’s Congressional Art Competition. High school students were invited to submit original artwork for consideration to be displayed in the United States Capitol.
The Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of four new student representatives. These include undergraduate, graduate, and law students who have been actively involved in various student activities and are pursuing diverse career paths.
Bob Mankoff, a 1966 graduate of Syracuse University, has become a prominent cartoonist and cartoon editor for major publications such as The New Yorker and Esquire. His journey to success involved commitment, practice, occasional failures, and some luck.
Standing in front of a giant U.S. flag at City Hall, Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh launched the Syracuse Hometown Heroes program on Wednesday, May 22. The initiative allows families and friends to sponsor banners featuring their veteran or active-duty loved ones to be posted on city streets. Banners can be ordered at SyracuseHometownHeroes.com until June 20.
On April 26, the One University Assessment Celebration took place in the School of Education's Education Commons, where Academic Affairs and Institutional Effectiveness (IE) presented awards to faculty, staff, students, offices, and programs. The event recognized significant contributions to assessment practices aimed at enhancing student success.
On May 21, 2024, at 8:00 p.m., Syracuse firefighters were alerted by the Onondaga County 911 Center to a possible fire in the area of the 500 block of Oakwood Avenue. Firefighters from Station 8 on South Salina Street arrived in just under two-and-a-half minutes. The first arriving companies found heavy smoke in the area, but the source was not immediately clear. Seconds after their arrival, the source of the fire was located.
Government agencies are increasingly taking steps to enhance their cybersecurity measures. This week, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced it would intensify inspections of water facilities that may be vulnerable to cyberattacks.
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.