Tag: SUNY-ESF
SUNY-ESF professor emeritus appointed to EPA advisory committee
Myron Mitchell, a SUNY-ESF professor emeritus, will provide advice on air, climate and energy research. Read More »
SUNY-ESF governing body passes resolutions, votes for campus visitation in wake of tensions
SUNY-ESF's January decision to remove three faculty department chairs fanned long-standing tensions between faculty and university administrators. Read More »
SUNY-ESF researcher develops Hudson Valley wildlife camera project
The project is called “Canid Camera.” Canid refers to mammals in the dog family, such as foxes or wolves. Read More »
3 Syracuse stories you may have missed this weekend
SUNY-ESF President Quentin Wheeler responded to an Undergraduate Student Association resolution calling on increased communication between college administration and the campus community, among other things. Read More »
President Quentin Wheeler stresses need to increase revenue in ‘state of the college’ address
SUNY-ESF faces an ongoing budget deficit and reduction in state aid. Read More »
SUNY-ESF Board of Trustees to increase scrutiny over administrative consultation
Matthew Marko, chairman of the SUNY-ESF Board of Trustees, asked the administration to provide monthly updates on an advisory council’s efforts to improve communication between faculty and administrators. Read More »
Department chair removals caused ‘unnecessary damage’ to SUNY-ESF’s reputation, faculty union president says
Frederick Kowal, president of United University Professions, voiced concern about the January department chair removals in a Wednesday email to union members. Read More »
Our reader offers tips on how students can cut down on plastic waste
Our reader offers simple solutions to reducing plastic waste and protecting the environment. Read More »
SUNY-ESF officials encourage students to promote inclusivity and diversity
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity committee builds connections with the community and encourages students to create a welcoming campus atmosphere. Read More »
Public colleges reporting student suicide statistics is complicated, experts say
The Associated Press recently found that less than half of 100 of the largest public colleges in the United States currently track student suicides. Read More »
KeyBank’s multi-year grant to Baltimore Woods will fund ‘place-based’ education
Baltimore Woods Nature Center’s Nature in the City program has provided interactive science classes to Syracuse city schools since 2002. The program recently received a multi-year donation from KeyBank. Read More »
SUNY-ESF’s Undergraduate Student Association calls for increased communication from administration
The resolution comes weeks after the SUNY-ESF administration abruptly removed three department chairs as part of a new policy. Read More »
Syracuse University and SUNY-ESF announce plans to collaborate on environmental research
Both universities already supported water-related search initiatives. Read More »
SUNY-ESF students organize disaster relief efforts
Acorns to Action, a student-run disaster relief organization, is working to provide aid to countries around the world. Read More »
5 student activists reflect on protests a year after Trump’s initial travel ban announcement
Here's how some students have continued with activism a year after President Donald Trump's travel ban. Read More »
SUNY-ESF students remain concerned by abrupt removal of 3 department chairs
The university’s decision to abruptly remove three faculty department chairs before the start of the spring semester drew widespread concern from students and faculty. Read More »
Student Association-led coalition to launch partnership with Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line allows people to text a volunteer counselor for free. Read More »
Climb the ever-changing walls at Central Rock Gym, now open in Syracuse
Central Rock Gym recently opened its newest location in central New York. Seasoned athletes and beginners alike can visit to take part in climbing, yoga and fitness classes. Read More »
SUNY-ESF Graduate Student Association expresses ‘disappointment’ in department chair removals
The statement comes two weeks after three chair were ousted from their positions as part of an abrupt policy change. Read More »
Graduate Student Organization votes to support Syracuse Divest group
The GSO met Wednesday for its first regular meeting of the spring semester. Read More »
Syracuse University and SUNY-ESF students weigh in on temporary gym equipment locations
Several students said they look forward to seeing Archbold Gymnasium renovations, but are not quite sure what they will be. Read More »
Students reflect on activism 1 year after the Women's March on Washington
The Women’s March on Washington inspired some students to get more involved in activism. Others said they wished they did more. Read More »
SUNY-ESF administrators elaborate on department chair removals, nepotism accusation
The town hall was attended by about 150 SUNY-ESF students Thursday night. Read More »
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announces plan to address student food insecurity
The plan, called “No Student Goes Hungry,” would provide $1 million in funding to establish new food pantries. Read More »