Archive for September 2009
SU in the News: Wednesday, September 30
Maxwell School and College of Arts and Sciences' Jeffrey Stonecash quoted in Buffalo News on Governor Paterson
Syracuse Architecture AIAS students launch 'Freedom by Design' program to serve area’s elderly, disabled
The Syracuse chapter of the American Institute of Architecture Students announces the launch of “Freedom by Design” at the Syracuse University School of Architecture.
Legal career opportunities to be explored with alumni practitioners on Oct. 2
“The Road Less Traveled: Paving a Path to Satisfying Legal Careers Away from the Law Firm Highway” will feature a panel presentation by alumni who have made non-traditional career decisions.
SU in the News: Tuesday, September 29
Newhouse School's Nancy Snow wrote a Huffington Post column on the passing of William Safire
Students from SU’s Newhouse School keep tabs on local politics, upcoming elections
A group of Newhouse students is reporting on Syracuse politics and filing their stories with the school’s news-based website, Democracywise.
Preston Scott Cohen, ‘geometric’ architect and Harvard Graduate School of Design chair, to lecture at Syracuse Architecture
Preston Scott Cohen will speak at the Syracuse University School of Architecture on Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 5 p.m. in Slocum Hall Auditorium.
International scholars converge on SU for 'Bilingual Mind' symposium Oct. 7-8
Bilingual language mixing and creativity are the twin focuses of an upcoming symposium by the Andrew W. Mellon Central New York Humanities Corridor.
SU, Verizon sponsor event for middle school students on Internet safety
The School of Information Studies and the Newhouse School are collaborating with Verizon Communications Inc., along with the Partnership for Better Education, on the Forum on Internet Safety.
Morrell to present ‘The Art of Critical Pedagogy’ as part of Landscape of Urban Education Lecture Series
On Thursday, Oct. 1, the School of Education will launch its fifth season of the Landscape of Urban Education Lecture Series with featured speaker Ernest Morrell.
Syracuse University to dedicate Ernie Davis Hall Oct. 2
SU will dedicate its newest, state-of-the-art student residence, Ernie Davis Hall, at 9 a.m., Friday, Oct. 2.
Syracuse iSchool sponsors Professional Development Series for students
Each week representatives from the Center for Career Services come to the iSchool to give an hour-long presentation that is geared toward a specific aspect in job searching.
iSchool to host alumni career panel during 2009 Orange Central weekend
The School of Information Studies will be hosting a Homecoming Alumni Career Panel discussion and reception on Friday, Oct. 2.
SU in the News: Monday, September 28
Whitman School's Ravi Shukla quoted in Washington Post on zombie stocks
New York State Librarian Bernard Margolis to visit Syracuse iSchool
New York State Librarian Bernard A. Margolis will speak at the School of Information Studies on Wednesday, Sept. 30.
Best-selling author Khaled Hosseini to kick off dynamic 2009-10 University Lectures season
Best-selling author Khaled Hosseini will be the first guest in the dynamic 2009-10 season of the University Lectures.
Chancellor's Message to the SU Community – Sept. 28, 2009
As we hit full stride in the new academic year, I want to share with you some reflections on the past year, and what we need to do this year and over the long term to maintain our momentum.
Weight Watchers at Work begins Sept. 30
Come join the next session of Weight Watchers at work that begins on Wednesday, September 30, and continues each Wednesday for 17 weeks.
Alumna returns as guest preacher for Protestant Campus Ministry during Orange Central weekend
The Rev. Carla Dietz Carroll ’74 will be the guest preacher for SU’s Protestant Campus Ministry on Oct. 4.
Syracuse Symphony to perform free concert Oct. 12 as part of SU’s Pulse Performing Arts Series
The SSO, under the direction of Daniel Hege, will perform a free concert featuring pianist Tanya Bannister.
Orange Central’s ‘One on One: Frank Langella and Ted Koppel’ to be webcast live
The sold out event at Syracuse Stage with Frank Langella '59 and Ted Koppel '60, H'82, will be webcast live on Oct. 1.
College of Law celebrates Reunion 2009, Oct. 2-4
The College of Law welcomes all of its alumni back for Reunion 2009, Oct. 2-4.
SU in the News: Friday, September 25
Syracuse Stage's annual children's tour is featured in the Syracuse New Times
SU/ESF Habitat for Humanity Shack-A-Thon raises awareness, funds for affordable, quality housing in Syracuse Oct. 6-8
From Oct. 6-8, SU/ESF Habitat for Humanity will host its second annual Shack-A-Thon event at Syracuse University.
SU in the News: Thursday, September 24
School of Education's Tiffany Koszalka interviews on News 10 Now on SmartBoards in elementary schools
University Community Harvest Farmers' Markets series continues Sept. 25
The third annual University Community Harvest Farmers’ Market series will continue Friday, Sept. 25.
Co-founder of Haight Ashbury Free Medical Clinic to speak on addiction relapse, recovery Oct. 5 at SU
Noted author and speaker Darryl S. Inaba will present “The Evolving Science of Relapse and Recovery,” Oct. 5.
Orange Central offers fun for all ages at annual 'Cuse Commotion parade, pep rally, bonfire and barbecue Oct. 2
All members of the community are invited.
Roots of Peacemaking: third annual festival honors Haudenosaunee, international peace
The third annual "Roots of Peacemaking: Indigenous Values, Global Crisis” festival will be held on Saturday, Oct. 3
Gregg Doherty to receive Melvin A. Eggers Senior Alumni Award Oct. 1
The Melvin A. Eggers Senior Alumni Award Dinner will be held on Oct. 1, at 5 p.m. at Drumlins Country Club. Gregg W. Doherty '55 will be honored.
SU honorary degree nominations sought by Oct. 5
The Senate Committee on Honorary Degrees invites students, faculty, staff and alumni to nominate candidates to receive honorary degrees at the 2010 and 2011 Commencement ceremonies.
‘Fine Arts’ becomes ‘Art and Music Histories’
The Department of Fine Arts has changed its name to the Department of Art and Music Histories.
Mellon CNY Humanities Corridor announces fall lineup
The Andrew W. Mellon Central New York Humanities Corridor has announced its Fall 2009 schedule of events and activities.
Chancellor Cantor authors magazine cover story on higher education’s role in the ‘Remaking of America’
Chancellor Cantor authored the lead story in the most recent issue of the American Council on Education's magazine.
SU in the News: Wednesday, September 23
Maxwell School and College of Arts and Sciences' Jeffrey Stonecash quoted in Wall Street Journal on New York gubernatorial race
SU’s Orange Central celebration features something for everyone, including array of free, community-oriented events
New celebration features array of special events.
Freelance legal journalists invited to apply for fellowships offered by SU’s Newhouse School
The Newhouse School will award four Carnegie/Newhouse School Legal Reporting Fellowships to support freelance journalists reporting on legal issues.
VPA’s Interdisciplinary Research Group seeks faculty fellows for yearlong seminar on ‘Journeys of Interdisciplinary Observation’
The Interdisciplinary Research Group in the College of Visual and Performing Arts is seeking faculty members from around Syracuse University to participate in a seminar on the theme of “Journeys of Interdisciplinary Observation.”
Inspirational author to speak Oct. 23 at Newhouse School
Newhouse alumnus John Robinson will talk about his inspiring journey Friday, Oct. 23, at Newhouse 3.
Internship fair to connect students to area organizations Sept. 24
Career Services will host the Local Internship Fair on Thursday, Sept. 24, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in Panasci Lounge.
Syracuse University reminds fans of Carrier Dome security measures for six remaining Orange home football games
SU reminds fans of security measures at the Carrier Dome and banned items following federal alert about security at stadiums, entertainment complexes and hotels.
SU in the News: Tuesday, September 22
College of Human Ecology's Rick Burton writes in SportBusiness International on the Olympics and ice hockey
Diversity Business Summit is Wednesday
Career Services will host the eighth annual Diversity Business Summit on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 4-9 p.m. at the Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel and Conference Center.
Bret Hartman is next guest in JPMorgan Chase's Fall 2009 Speaker Series
The JPMorgan Chase & Co. Fall 2009 Speaker Series at Syracuse University will continue on Wednesday with a discussion by Bret Hartman, chief technology officer at RSA.
Syracuse University to host national Say Yes to Education conference
Syracuse University will host the 2009 National Say Yes to Education Fall Institute this weekend at the Newhouse School.
Tully Center for Free Speech to host seminar series Oct. 2 with special guest Bob Costas ’74
The Tully Center for Free Speech will host three seminars on free speech issues.
SU in the News: Monday, September 21
Newhouse School's Robert Thompson quoted in USA Today article about President Obama appearing on five TV networks
SU Student Association, Remembrance Scholars plan Tuesday candlelight vigil to remember victims of Pan Am 103
Syracuse University’s Student Association and Remembrance Scholars will hold a candlelight vigil on Sept. 22, on 8 p.m. on the steps of Hendricks Chapel.
Syracuse University Law School Day connects SU students to various law programs across the country
Syracuse University will host the annual Law School Day on Thursday, Sept. 24, from 5-7 p.m. in the Panasci Lounge, upstairs in the Schine Student Center.
Syracuse University career fair features national employers, internship and employment opportunities for students
Syracuse University Career Services will host its annual Career Fair at the Carrier Dome on Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 1:30–6 p.m.
Syracuse University Graduate and Professional School Day offers SU students a chance to explore options for further study
Syracuse University will host the annual Graduate and Professional School Day on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 5-7 p.m. in the Panasci Lounge of the Hildegarde and J. Myer Schine Student Center.