Simply scan the QR code on the artwork’s descriptive label and your handheld device will be redirected to a portal that has information about the public sculpture. The “Art on Campus” application can assist visitors to Syracuse University on a walking tour of more than 30 artworks that are placed both outdoors and inside many of the buildings.

Zollo, a native of Syracuse, died on March 29 in Florida after a battle with cancer. He was 57.

He graduated with honors from Onondaga Community College and received a bachelor’s degree in economics from SU’s College of Arts and Sciences in 1989. He worked at Holiday Inn and was manager of the Solvay Recreation Alleys before moving to Florida, where he was employed by Simon Property Group.

Zollo is survived by 13 siblings, five aunts, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Contact Person: Michelle Larrabee
Event Coordinator
Hendricks Chapel
443-2903
melarrab@syr.edu

Cantor, who will receive an honorary doctor of humane letters degree, is being honored for advancing the “role of universities as a public good responsible for serving the needs of society” and as an “advocate for the status of women in the academy, racial justice and diversity.”

Among Cantor's honorary degrees are a doctor of education degree from Northeastern University, a doctor of laws degree from Emory University and most recently an honorary doctor of laws degree from the University of Michigan this past December.

As SU’s 11th chancellor and president, Cantor is helping forge a new understanding of the role of universities in society. Through her leadership, the University pursues its vision of Scholarship in Action and is building on its historical strengths, while also creating new cross-sector collaborations in the community and globally that simultaneously enrich scholarship and education.

A distinguished professor of psychology and women’s studies in SU's College of Arts and Sciences, Cantor received her A.B. from Sarah Lawrence College and her Ph.D. in psychology from Stanford University.

To read Colgate University's official announcement, visit: http://www.colgate.edu/offices/commencement/speaker.html.

Remarks by Commencement speaker Aaron Sorkin ’83 at the Sunday ceremony can be read at 2012 Commencement address. Sorkin’s address can be viewed here.

The speech by University Scholar Stephen A. Barton is also available online. Barton represented the group of University Scholars and the entire SU graduating class in delivering the speech.

Remarks from Chancellor and President Nancy Cantor can be read here.

Photos from Commencement Weekend are viewable at https://collage.syr.edu/, with a slide show of selected photos featured here.

June 10-12 at the Maxwell School of Syracuse University

Numerous centers for collaborative governance have sprung up at universities across the country and around the world. These centers seek to assist citizens and leaders to engage in dialogue, discussion, problem solving and conflict resolution around public issues. Few would argue against the need for such centers, particularly given the numerous policy challenges we currently face in our communities, states and nation. However, while these centers have had successes in practice and service, teaching and training, and/or in research, their assistance is not consistently sought out by decision makers in the universities, communities and governments they serve.

This conference will focus on one central question: How do we make collaborative governance an embedded feature in the regular work of universities, communities and governments?

To Attend, download the registration form at: http://www.maxwell.syr.edu/parcc/news/Events/.

Website: http://www.maxwell.syr.edu/parcc/news/Events/

Contact Person: Program for the Advancement of Research on Conflict
and Collaboration (PARCC)
parcc@maxwell.syr.edu

As the national sponsor of Bike Month, the League of American Bicyclists (http://www.bikeleague.org) encourages communities across the U.S. to tap into the unique power of riding and get more people involved in bicycling throughout the month of May.

If you plan on biking to campus on Friday, don’t forget to bring your lock, as there are bike racks located near most academic and residential buildings. Also, remember to follow the rules of the road and make safety a priority. For simple and practical bike riding tips, check out the League’s Ride Better page at

http://www.bikeleague.org/resources/better/.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2010 American Community Survey, 1.1 percent of Syracusans commute by bicycle, which is a higher percentage than Albany, Buffalo, Rochester and New York City. It is estimated that there are more than 700,000 bicycle commuters throughout the American Community Survey’s 375 cities.

For more information about campus and local eco-friendly transportation options, visit

http://greenuniversecity.syr.edu/Transportation.html.

SyracuseFirst (http://www.syracusefirst.org) is a nonprofit network of locally owned independent businesses, organizations and individuals dedicated to building a vibrant local economy. The American League of Bicyclists promotes bicycling for fun, fitness and transportation and works through advocacy and education for a bicycle-friendly America.

Website: http://syracusefirst.org/blog/?p=1042

Contact Person: Will Wallak, Energy Systems & Sustainability
Management, 315-443-5887, wawallak@syr.edu

Contact Person: Rob Mengert
601 Tully Literary Coordinator
rsmenger@syr.edu
(602) 573-9322

This year’s honorees demonstrated distinguished careers in academia, medicine, business and law, and a lifetime dedicated to the engagement of interfaith and crosscultural dialogue as a tool toward deeper understanding of social injustices and action for change. All have participated in SAMED, a 25-year dialogue project of addressing critical issues in the Middle East, and specifically the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. 

In addition, the award winners embodied the mission and vision of InterFaith Works—building bridges of understanding to affirm the dignity of all people and all faith traditions, to address deeply embedded social divisions and find common ground on difficult issues that lead to actions for the creation of a more equitable and loving community. They have done this using the important tools of sustained dialogue, engaging in courageous conversations and supporting others to do the same. 

Wolfe was appointed senior vice president and dean of Student Affairs by Chancellor Nancy Cantor in June 2008. Prior to his appointment, he served as the fifth dean of Hendricks Chapel, starting in January of 1999, when he was the interdenominational Protestant chaplain. Wolfe has also served as pastor of United Methodist parishes in Moravia and Ithaca, in Upstate New York. 

Among his civic interests, Wolfe was the former board president for InterFaith Works of CNY. He holds a B.A. degree from Lycoming College in Williamsport, Pa., a master’s of divinity degree from Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley, Calif., and a Ph.D. in higher education administration from SU. He is an ordained elder with the Upper New York Conference of the United Methodist Church and was ordained in 1980. 

Kriesberg is professor emeritus of sociology, Maxwell professor emeritus of social conflict studies, and founding director of the Program on the Analysis and Resolution of Conflicts (1986–1994), all at SU. He is also the founder of the Syracuse Area Middle East Dialogue with Ahmad El-Hindi of Syracuse, who is also a 2012 InterFaith Works honoree. Syracuse Area Middle East Dialogue is a local group that seeks a peaceful resolution to the Middle East conflict. 

In addition to more than 160 book chapters and articles, his published highlights include: “Conflict Transformation and Peace Building” (co-ed, 2009), “Constructive Conflicts" (1998, 2003, 2007, 2012 4th Edition, co-authored), “International Conflict Resolution" (1992), “Timing the De-Escalation of International Conflicts” (co-ed., 1991), and “Intractable Conflicts and Their Transformation” (co-ed., 1989). 

He was president of the Society for the Study of Social Problems (1983–1984), and he lectures, consults and provides training regarding conflict resolution, security issues and peace studies.

The purpose of the CityScapes awards is to encourage volunteer efforts to create projects that improve the physical and psychological landscape of the city, to showcase efforts of volunteer groups, to increase civic pride and ownership, and to stimulate additional investment in the community.

In order to qualify to be considered for a grant, projects must meet the following criteria:

• The project must be on public property or on private property that is publicly accessible; be an asset to the community; and enhance community image.
• Before the grant is awarded, the applicant must be able to provide the written approval of the owner of the property.
• The project applicant must agree to provide long-term maintenance.
• The site, budget and plant/material selection must be appropriate.
• There must be potential for success and sustainability.

For a complete list of criteria and to download an application, visit: http://onondagacitizensleague.org. For more information, e-mail ocl@syr.edu or call 315-443-4846.

The awards program is designed to recognize landscapes and plantings that enhance the livability of the city, are pleasing to the eye, enhance a view, define and create a space or seating area and activate a public space.

All nominations are subject to OCL review. Nominations are due by May 25. Visit the OCL website for a list of criteria and additional information. For more information, e-mail ocl@syr.edu call 315-443-4846.