Tag: College of Arts and Sciences
Opinion: My project-based education exposes flaws of college test culture
Centering students’ worlds around academics, leaving no room for other experiences, overlooks essential supplemental skills the college provides, sacrificing some of the most valuable parts of higher education for the sake of efficiency and meeting requirements. Read More »
Personal Essay: While unsustainable, my digital detox proves technology’s danger
Societal dependency on technology isn’t an excuse to fall victim to it. Read More »
Personal Essay: Make room for your grief, even in today’s hustle culture
During phases of our lives that are supposed to be new and exciting, such as the beginning of college, our generation’s focus on forward momentum subtly pressures us to set grief aside — even though processing loss is essential for emotional well-being. Read More »
Opinion: TikTok’s new algorithm, possible ban should encourage turn to other media
By training our brains to chase a quick dopamine rush, we weaken our ability to focus on longer content with complex themes. Instead of trying to find TikTok in another app, we need to find something else to hold our attention. Read More »
Opinion: Don't submit to outdated trends as lifestyles. It reinforces patriarchal norms.
While the pronatalist school of thought is directly concerned with regressing the opportunities of women in the domestic sphere and the working world, it emerged alongside a social media phenomenon in which many conservative women took to the internet to share and promote their traditional lifestyles. Read More »
Personal Essay: Merging school, D1 sports appears difficult, bears distinct benefits
Juggling both a full-time sport and academic obligations makes anyone feel like a social or relaxing schedule is impossible. At the end of the day, I came to SU to get an education and leave with a degree. Read More »
Personal Essay: Don’t conform to others' timelines. It denies contentment.
People tell you it’s time to grow up and prepare for the real world – and while that may be partially true, it’s daunting to convince yourself to part with the things that accompanied your growing up. Read More »
Personal Essay: Take advantage of unexpected communities, initiate social circle
Because I’m living on South Campus this year, I’ve decided to put in twice the amount of effort with the people around me. SU has a lot of initiatives in place though to support students like me who sometimes feel left behind – there are hundreds of student-run organizations for so many different opportunities. Read More »
'Making Algebra Meaningful' is a fresh, equitable approach to visual learning
Professor Nicole Fonger's book, "Making Algebra Meaningful," discusses how diverse representation in math starts in the classroom. Read More »
Opinion: Students must prepare for campus tragedy before it strikes
Knowing how to act when faced with adversity in a new environment, like in and around campus, is more critical than ever. Read More »
Debunking the 'freshman 15' myth: What incoming college students should know
By adopting a few simple strategies, you can maintain your wellbeing while enjoying your newfound independence. Read More »
While campus is quiet, Syracuse summer festivals foster a flourishing city community
Annual festivals like CNY Pride, CNY Scottish Games and the Syracuse Nationals experienced unprecedented turnout this summer. With entertaining performances and exhibits, the festivals are a safe space for Syracuse residents to come together and celebrate. Read More »
It’s time to stop overlooking Black men’s mental health struggles
We need more Black men present in mental health spaces, not just as therapists, but as a part of the mental health conversation from the very beginning. Read More »
Elmo asked how everybody’s doing, why aren’t we asking each other
More than anything else, Elmo has taught me that we need to do a better job of initiating more open dialogues about our mental health. Read More »
Colleges should re-evaluate academic standards to prevent student burnout
Among various motivations, we attend college to better understand the world and draw inspiration from the abundance of new ideas that surround us throughout these four years. But if mental exhaustion prevents us from seizing these opportunities, what is our purpose here? Read More »
Mixed media jellyfish come to life at 'Trophies' exhibit
Fulbright Grant Recipient Roberta Griffith’s art exhibit dates back to the 1960s Read More »
Gallery: Snapshots of 2023 graduates
Congratulations to the C lass of 2023! Here is a gallery to remember and commemorate your big day. Read More »
A book talk, film screening and 3 other events coming to Syracuse this week
Spice up your week with open mics, film screenings and award ceremonies. Read More »
Behzad Mortazavi named as new dean of SU’s College of Arts & Sciences
Behzad Mortazavi, a professor and department chair in biological sciences at the University of Alabama, will begin his role as the new dean this July. Read More »
SU professors emphasize reading banned books focusing on gender, sexuality
Books featuring topics of gender and sexuality are frequently censored in schools around the United States. Read More »
Third-year Maxwell student dies
Yuyi Zhan, a third-year student in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, died Saturday morning. A university official announced Zhan’s death in a campus-wide email Saturday afternoon. Read More »
Take control of your social media and mental health with Ava Notkin’s TED Talk
On April 9, Ava Notkin will give a TED Talk titled “The New Social Currency & Its Effect on our Mental Health.” Read More »
SU’s Liberal Arts Core Curriculum feels forced and does not benefit students
By requiring students to take classes they do not want to take, SU wastes not only the students’ time but also the professors’. Read More »