Tag: School of Information Studies
Arts and Sciences strategic plan will focus on ‘nationally renowned’ areas
A&S Dean Behzad Mortazavi revealed a pivot in the academic plan to focus on areas where SU is “nationally renowned” during a Tuesday webinar. Read More »
Onondaga County Legislature candidate trio launches Affordability Slate
Onondaga Legislator Maurice Brown and candidates Jo Bennett and Tammy Honeywell will run on an Affordability Slate. The slate is based on affordable housing, universal childcare and free transportation. Read More »
SU replaces 1-year Lockerbie program again, this time with 1-week ‘fellowship’
SU announced it will host 10 “Lockerbie Fellows” for a weeklong immersion during Remembrance Week next fall, instead of reinstating its yearlong Lockerbie Scholarship. Read More »
SGA engages in D.C. national conference, discusses future of higher ed
Students from SGA traveled to D.C., to take part in the ACC Advocacy Days, a conference in which student leaders engage in conversations about higher education. Read More »
Sleep In Heavenly Peace, SU volunteers build over 100 beds for charity
In collaboration with local nonprofit Sleep In Heavenly Peace, over 140 SU volunteers gathered to build 116 beds for local children. Read More »
Newhouse implements security changes after trespasser incidents
After a trespassing incident, a valid SUID will be required to enter certain buildings at Newhouse, Dean Lodato wrote in an email. Read More »
Mission clarity: SU’s decades-long military legacy inspires ‘best place’ commitment to veterans
Decades before Chancellor Syverud pledged Syracuse University would be the “best place for veterans,” Chancellor Tolley was involved with the GI bill and brought WWII vets to campus. Read More »
SU pauses funding to STEM, African American studies graduate fellowships
SU's Graduate School paused funding for STEM and African American Studies fellowship awards. Graduate School Dean Peter Vanable said the pauses were “in response to budgetary constraints.” Read More »
Bird Library features button maker, other items in new ‘Library of Things’
SU Bird Library launched its “Library of Things,” a collection consisting of crafting goods and items students may not be able to afford. Read More »
SU to showcase strategic plan ‘excellence goals’ in upcoming event
SU will host a “Leading With Distinction” Showcase on Experiential Inquiry next week, according to a campus-wide email. Read More »
SU reschedules postponed MLK Celebration, moves event online
SU’s annual MLK will be available to watch virtually on Feb. 28. The event was canceled due to inclement weather. Read More »
DPS removes former student, trespasser from Newhouse
Officers removed a trespasser from the Newhouse School of Communications Tuesday afternoon, an SU spokesperson confirmed. Read More »
SGA discusses ‘emerging academic programs,’ recaps leadership’s D.C. trip
Associate Provost Julie Hasenwinkel discussed “emerging academic programs” at Monday’s meeting. Association leaders presented about a recent conference in Washington, D.C. Read More »
Pete Sala provides updates on new residence hall, hotel progress
SU aims to provide “every future sophomore” with housing on main campus, Pete Sala said in an interview with NewsChannel 9 WSYR. Read More »
Meet the 4 Syracuse residents, groups honored with 2026 Unsung Hero Award
The Unsung Hero Award is given to Syracuse residents who positively impact others but may not receive widespread recognition. Read More »
SU forms 7-person committee to replace athletics director
SU Chancellor Kent Syverud announced members of a new search committee to find the university’s next director of athletics. Read More »
Former Syracuse lacrosse player expelled after Title IX investigation
Former Syracuse men’s lacrosse player Chrishawn Hunter was expelled from the university after an SU Title IX investigation found evidence that he engaged in dating and domestic violence. Read More »
SU career services hosts 4th Black History Month career mixer
SU hosted its fourth annual Black History Month career mixer. Mayor Sharon Owens was expected to deliver keynote address, but was not in attendance. Read More »
Esports community reflects on program as SU opens 3rd facility
After SU officially opened its third esports facility Friday, many said it marked a new beginning for building the major’s fanbase. Read More »
Brewster Hall trash can fire causes sprinkler damage
A trash can fire at SU’s Brewster Hall activated a sprinkler that flooded several rooms Wednesday, the Syracuse Fire Department confirmed. Read More »
How to identify ICE personnel, report potential sightings
After false reports of ICE on campus, The D.O. compiled a guide to identify and report sightings of federal immigration officers. Read More »
SU added to OffCampus landlord, apartment rating website
SU is the most recent addition to OffCampus, a landlord and apartment rating website. The database lets students leave reviews of properties and managers. Read More »