Tag: Chancellor
Kent Syverud announces initiatives aimed at advancing Academic Strategic Plan
Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud addressed the campus community on Tuesday in the Life Sciences Complex in what essentially served as a State of the University. Read More »
Former Carnegie Mellon University administrator appointed as Syracuse University's CFO
Rahnamay-Azar, who comes to SU from Carnegie Mellon University, will direct the university’s finance and administrative functions. Read More »
GSO discusses conference bid, collaboration with law enforcement
The National Association of Graduate-Professional Students Conference Bid and free speech policies were among the long-standing issues discussed at Wednesday's meeting of the Graduate Student Organization. Read More »
Former dean appointed as special adviser to the chancellor and provost for faculty engagement
Cathyrn Newton, dean emerita and a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was appointed as special adviser to the chancellor and provost for faculty engagement. In her new role Newton is expected to expand undergraduate research. Read More »
Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud announces new members of Campus Framework Advisory Group
Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud has announced the appointment of eight new members to the Campus Framework Advisory Group as the planning moves on to its next phase. Read More »
Vice Chancellor Michele Wheatly declines to explain Whitman dean situation
Syracuse University Provost and Vice Chancellor Michele Wheatly declined to go into detail about the removal of Kenneth Kavajecz as dean of the Martin J. Whitman School dean in a meeting with the Whitman community on Friday. Read More »
Syracuse University's relationship with veterans, explained
SU has maintained its commitment to service members, veterans and their families for decades, funneling millions of dollars into resources for these groups. Read More »
Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud announces search committee for next Director of Athletics
The search committee for SU's next athletic director includes head football coach Dino Babers and women's basketball player Brittney Sykes. Read More »
Syracuse University faculty reflect on Donald Newhouse as 2016 commencement speaker
Before giving his commencement speech on Sunday, Syracuse University faculty discuss Donald Newhouse as this year's commencement speaker. Read More »
Syracuse University faculty members express concern and problems with proposed University Place promenade
Syracuse University faculty members and officials sparred over the proposed University Place promenade at an often-contentious feedback session on Monday evening. Read More »
Syracuse University expands breadth of research under leadership of Chancellor Kent Syverud
Chancellor Kent Syverud has worked to hire research-focused administrators, make key partnerships and develop a culture of appreciation and collaboration in the research sector on campus since addressing it during his inauguration speech two years ago. Read More »
Entrepreneurship program opens inside Bird Library
An opening ceremony for Blackstone LaunchPad, the transparent cube on the ground floor of Bird Library, was held in the Peter Graham Scholarly Commons at Bird Library Tuesday afternoon. Read More »
Charlie Mastoloni uses listening tour as tool for Student Association presidential campaign
Charlie Mastoloni, a presidential candidate for Syracuse University's Student Association, said he wants students to think he’s experienced, caring and idealistic, but not too idealistic. Read More »
SU administration should consider video messages for improved campus connection
The Daily Orange Editorial Board discusses a video message made by the vice provost of the University of Wisconsin for diversity and climate and argues that the Syracuse University administration should consider a similar approach when warranted. Read More »
South Side Innovation Center offers helping hand to the community for past 10 years
The South Side Innovation Center, which functions as both a services provider for emerging businesses and as an idea incubator, recently celebrated its 10 year anniversary. Read More »
Chancellor Kent Syverud among attendees at Syracuse men's basketball watch party in Schine
Chancellor Kent Syverud said he was "a little nervous" for Syracuse at the end of the first half. The Orange ultimately lost to North Carolina 83-66. Read More »
Syracuse University officials say assessment of diversity report is needed before further action
Syracuse University leaders said the community will need to take time to assess the diversity and inclusion report released last week before moving forward with any concrete measures. Read More »
Selection of Donald Newhouse as 2016 commencement speaker sustains concerning trends
The Daily Orange Editorial Board argues that the choice of Donald Newhouse as this year's commencement speaker perpetuates a historical lack of diversity in keynote guests. Read More »
Syracuse University continues work on accessibility, but some say more needs to be done
Over the years, Syracuse University has been making progress in increasing the campus's accessibility and inclusivity for students with disabilities. But some say there is still work to be done. Read More »
Syracuse University alumnus encourages university community to give back
As a part of Syracuse University's Philanthropy Week, SU alumnus Jim Carrick spoke to members of the university community about the importance of giving back. Read More »
Syracuse University students debate hate speech policies at forum
Syracuse University students addressed hate speech concerns at a forum hosted by the Graduate Student Organization on Wednesday night. Read More »
Chancellor Kent Syverud reflects on NCAA report 1-year after its release
Just over one year after the NCAA sanctions against Syracuse University dropped, Chancellor Kent Syverud discusses his issues with the length of the roughly 8-year investigation and its consequences. Read More »
Syracuse University announces Michele Wheatly as vice chancellor and provost
Syracuse University announced Friday that Michele Wheatly will begin her role as the university's next vice chancellor and provost on May 16. Read More »
Chancellor Kent Syverud discloses how many SU staffers took the buyout at University Senate meeting
A new report from a group in the Fast Forward Syracuse initiative details eight areas upon which Syracuse University may mold its mission and vision for students in the future. Read More »