Tag: College of Arts and Sciences
Andrew W. Mellon Foundation grants SU $1.5 million to enhance Indigenous studies
Syracuse University will receive $1.5 million from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to develop the new center and strengthen course offerings and curricula in Native and Indigenous studies. Read More »
SU offers creative writing scholarship in honor of Tom Walsh
The Thomas J. Walsh Scholarship will be awarded to one creative writing major in the English department in the College of Arts and Sciences. Read More »
Kick off spring 2022 registration with these Ted Lasso-themed course recommendations
The Daily Orange Culture staff have compiled a list of recommendations for spring 2022 classes, “Ted Lasso” style. Read More »
SU Indigenous students find Columbus statue ‘offensive and threatening’
Syracuse community members have called for the statue to be taken down and Columbus Circle to be renamed, but the measures have faced opposition. Read More »
First responders serve as 2 of the 2021-22 Remembrance Scholars
Lindy Melegari (left) and Matthew Sala are both first responders and two of the 35 2021-22 Remembrance Scholars. Read More »
Alumnus' $2.7 million gift will go towards 2 endowment funds in College of VPA
The gift will go towards two endowment funds in the College of Visual and Performing Arts. Read More »
SU students share what Indigenous Peoples' Day means to them
On Monday, Indigenous SU students will be on the Quad to discuss their relationship with the university. Read More »
Besides FYS 101, most SU schools, colleges require 1 diversity course to graduate
Inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility make up IDEA, a course requirement for all undergraduate students at SU. Read More »
Meet 6 of the new professors at SU's College of Arts and Sciences
The Daily Orange spoke with the six professors who responded for comment to ask them how their previous experiences will serve in their teaching and research as well as what they hope for the future of their departments. Read More »
Many former Skyhall II residents express frustration over unexpected relocation
Students who had originally been living in Skyhall II were moved across campus, causing confusion and frustration. Read More »
'I feel very much in the dark': SU sends students to OCC for COVID-19 isolation
O.C.C. kept Shapero Hall empty throughout the fall 2020, spring 2021 and fall 2021 semesters to use it “solely for quarantine purposes.” Now, SU students have been sent to isolate there. Read More »
Making last-minute changes to your schedule? Here are some class recommendations
SU has open seats in classes on several topics, ranging from ethical food consumption to the history and meaning of games. Read More »
Joanna Masingila to conclude tenure as dean of SU’s School of Education
Joanna Masingila will conclude her tenure as dean of SU's School of Education to take a one-year leave for research in August. Read More »
Women in Finance panelists speak about their success in finance industry
The university’s chapter of the TAMID Group and the SU Investment Club hosted the panelists, who spoke about how to be successful as a woman in the finance industry. Read More »
Workshops will teach faculty to navigate cultural differences
Two professors in SU’s School of Education are launching a series of faculty workshops, titled “Creating Culturally Responsive Classrooms,” to help instructors better understand the needs of students from different backgrounds. Read More »
SU language programs under-resourced, students and professors say
Despite the efforts of dedicated instructors, faculty and students said the SU hasn’t provided enough support for its foreign language programs. Read More »
SU's Asian/Asian American studies program needs more resources, professors say
In addition to concerns about funding, some faculty members described a lack of faculty concentrated in one area of study as an issue within the program. Read More »
State awards SU $2 million for infrastructure projects
SU will receive about $2 million for projects within the Center for Science and Technology. Read More »
English ambassador pilot program aims to increase interest in department
The new program allows prospective SU students to engage with current English and textual studies students. Read More »
SU program helps younger Onondaga County students advance in STEM field
Syracuse University’s STEP Program provides academic services to city school students interested in pursuing careers in STEM. Read More »
Trevor Pierce remembered for his tenacity, kindness
Family and friends remember Pierce for his passion, his kind and courageous spirit and his ability to bring people together. Read More »
SU names 2020 University Scholars
A committee of faculty from across SU selects eight to 12 seniors each year to represent their class at graduation through the University Scholar program. Read More »
SU student from Syracuse dies
Sekarore was a policy studies major in the College of Arts and Sciences and Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Read More »
STEM dominates SU leadership and research, professors say
At SU, scientists occupy most of the university's top research positions. Some professors say that needs to change. Read More »