Archive for November 2009

Honig publishes new book with insights from 30-plus years experience

New guidebook from Honig helps early childhood professionals address common causes of stress in young children's lives.

SU in the News: Monday, November 30

School of Education Dean Douglas Biklen interviews on CBC Radio about Belgian Rom Houben

Syracuse Stage to host local Equity auditions Dec 16-17

Syracuse Stage will host local Equity auditions, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Dec. 16 and 17.

SUMAP application deadline is Dec. 1

SU faculty and staff interested in applying for the Syracuse University Medical Aid Program (SUMAP) must submit the application and supporting documents by Tuesday, Dec. 1.

Writing Center offers body paragraph workshops

This workshop for students will focus on strategies for developing strong body paragraphs, including focusing key points, incorporating evidence, and crafting transitions.

17th annual Public Interest Auction raises record $31,000

An estimated 500 law students, faculty, staff, family, friends and members of the community gathered at the Hotel Syracuse to bid on more than 400 donated items.

Funeral service to be held Saturday for Major Grant Williams

Major Grant Williams, a member of the Department of Public Safety for over 40 years, passed away on Friday, November 27.

Area high school students focus on disability awareness through communications campaigns

On Dec. 1, State Assemblyman Al Stirpe will recognize local high school students for their efforts to combat the stigma of disabilities and change perceptions of disability rights among young people.

Autographed Hank Aaron rookie card among items at Dec. 5 charity sports auction

Tickets for New York Mets, Giants, Boston Celtics among more than 275 auction items.

1 actor, 32 characters—a tour de force of a holiday classic

Visit Bedford Falls this holiday season for a charming stage telling of Frank Capra’s Hollywood classic “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

SU in the News: Wednesday, November 25

Newhouse School's Douglas Brode writes in the Fredricksburg Free Lance-Star on Sarah Palin and Carrie Prejean books

SU in the News: Tuesday, November 24

Maxwell School's Mehrzad Boroujerdi quoted by UPI, New York Times on Iranian government suppression of dissent

Vigil for Peace planned Dec. 1 at Hendricks Chapel

The Newman Association at Syracuse University’s St. Thomas More Catholic Center will sponsor a Vigil for Peace on Tuesday, Dec. 1, at 7 p.m. at Hendricks Chapel.

Law students advance to national finals in appellate competition; Macias wins best oralist

The College of Law National Appellate team competed in regional rounds in Boston Nov 21-22.

Medical Plan Assistance (SUMAP) information session to be held

The Office of Human Resources is holding informational sessions for SU faculty and staff interested in applying for the Syracuse University Medical Aid Program (SUMAP), which provides financial assistance with medical plan costs.

SU in the News: Monday, November 23

SU's Say Yes to Education partnership with city schools is mentioned in Newsweek article on education reform

Syracuse iSchool team grows facial hair to fight men's cancer

The men of Hinds Hall are sporting more facial hair than usual this month, and it’s no coincidence—it was planned for a good cause.

SU Sport Management Club’s fifth annual Charity Sports Auction to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York

The Syracuse University Sport Management (SPM) Club will hold its fifth annual Charity Sports Auction on Saturday, Dec. 5, at the Carrier Dome.

SU in the News: Friday, November 20

Whitman School's George Burman quoted in ABC News.com on students starting businesses

SU establishes new Division of Advancement and External Affairs

The University has established a new Division of Advancement and External Affairs.

SU and Le Moyne come together to host first Green Campus Challenge Gathering

On Nov. 6, Le Moyne College and Syracuse University hosted the first annual Green Campus Challenge Gathering (GCCG) on the Le Moyne campus.

College of Law's Soliz receives service award

Gina Soliz, College of Law director of financial aid, is honored with the Thomas Monahan Service Award.

iSchool holds open house for prospective graduate students this Saturday

iSchool will welcome prospective Information Management and Telecommunications and Network Management students to explore options for graduate studies.

SU in the News: Thursday, November 19

An essay by Arts and Sciences' Mary Karr appears on CNN.com

Nobel Peace Prize recipient Muhammad Yunus, founder of The Grameen Bank, will kick off spring 2010 University Lectures schedule

Nobel Peace Prize recipient Muhammad Yunus will join a stellar lineup of internationally known guests for The University Lectures series during the spring 2010 semester.

CitrusTV sponsors winter accessory drive for Somali Bantu refugee/immigrant youth

CitrusTV is seeking donations of new or gently used winter accessories.

SU's study abroad programs reflect positive international trends

According to Open Doors 2009, SU is ranked 11th among all U.S. doctorate institutions for undergraduate participation in study abroad programs.

Galvin named fellow of the Society of American Archivists

Archivist Edward L. Galvin is honored for his contributions to the profession with induction into the Society of American Archivists.

SU in the News: Wednesday, November 18

Maxwell School and College of Arts and Sciences' Jeffrey Stonecash quoted in Philadelphia Daily News on political polarization

University's International Thanksgiving Dinner to be held Nov. 22

Some international students will be treated to their first taste of traditional Thanksgiving.

Syracuse Architecture program ranked second in U.S.

The School of Architecture undergraduate program has been ranked #2 in the nation by DesignIntelligence.

Financial Aid and Scholarship Offices closed Thursday, Nov. 19

The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Programs will be closed for a staff meeting on Thursday, November 19, from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.

Deadline for nominations for Chancellor's Citation Award is Friday

Nominations for the 2009-10 Chancellor's Citation for Excellence are due by Friday, November 20.

Winter Carnival planning meeting to be held Friday

Join the Winter Carnival planning committee and get involved in planning.

'Lynette Stephenson: this Confederacy of Dunces' exhibit at Warehouse Gallery

On Nov. 19, The Warehouse Gallery will open "Lynette Stephenson: this Confederacy of Dunces," on view until Feb. 20, 2010.

'Holidays at Hendricks' heralds season on Dec. 6

The holiday concert is free and open to the public.

Warehouse Gallery presents 'Drawing through Space'

On Nov. 19, The Warehouse Gallery will present "Alyson Shotz: Drawing through Space."

SU in the News: Tuesday, November 17

Newhouse School's Robert Thompson comments in Associated Press on U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor's celebrity

Biklen and Academy Award-winning director explore autism on four continents

The film crew visited Sri Lanka, Japan and Finland following the film’s subjects.

School of Education professor tries to narrow the digital divide

When the last bell rings at Frazer School in Syracuse, the day is far from over. Instead of heading home, middle school students go to the Digital Entrepreneurship and Excellence Program (DEEP), designed to teach students how to use and benefit from new technologies.

Clothing drive to benefit Somali Bantu refugees runs through Dec. 4

Omega Phi Beta Sorority Inc. and the International Young Scholars program in Hendricks Chapel’s Office of Engagement Programs are sponsoring a clothing drive Nov. 18 through Dec. 4.

SU Humanities Center presents new, informal ‘Faculty Works’ series

“Faculty Works,” a new series of informal presentations by Syracuse University humanities scholars, gets under way at the SU Humanities Center.

SU in the News: Monday, November 16

Maxwell School's Mehrzad Boroujerdi quoted by Associated Press on launch of Atlas, a new Iranian news agency

Unsung Heroes nominations are due Friday

The nomination deadline for the Unsung Heroes Awards is Friday, Nov. 20.

Syracuse University student-run ad agency brings global campaign to campus

The NewHouse, Syracuse University’s student‐run advertising agency, will launch a series of events in the coming weeks of November to make its mark on the global campaign Hopenhagen.

Senior editor for Health Magazine to speak at SU Dec. 4

Frances Largeman-Roth, senior food and nutrition editor for Health magazine, will present “Nutrition and Health Writing Workshop for Magazines and Beyond” on Dec. 4.

SU in the News: Friday, November 13

College of Law's David M. Crane writes in Jurist on Thomas Lubanga trial

Internationally recognized architect, educator Peter Eisenman to lecture at Syracuse Architecture

Eisenman will speak on Friday, Nov. 20, at 5 p.m. in Slocum Hall Auditorium.