Syracuse University

Depending on the Defense
By Timothy R. Olsen
September 1, 2010 - 8:32pm
SU looks to the experience of its defense to become the backbone of this years team.

Expectations are high for Syracuse’s defense this season with nine returning starters who significantly improved under defensive coordinator Scott Shafer’s system last season.

“The experience is there,” said senior free safety Mike Holmes who led the team in 2009 with three interceptions. “We’re definitely looking forward to going out there and bringing that experience.”

One down, 246 days to go
By Shayna Meliker
August 31, 2010 - 1:46am
After a sun-soaked first day of school warmed nervous freshman and relaxed upperclassmen alike, the countdown to May is officially on.

When freshman Justin Hoffman showed up to his calculus class Monday morning, the Carnegie classroom location he scribbled down was completely empty. In fact, it wasn’t a classroom at all –- just some kind of office.

Unfortunately for many of the 3,450 freshmen starting their Syracuse University careers Monday, Hoffman's not alone.

Obviously confused first-years gripped their printed MySlice schedules and campus maps, wandering the paths and searching for building names such as Hinds and Heroy halls. 

Laying new groundwork at Hendricks Chapel
By Rachel Ousley
August 24, 2010 - 4:46pm
The Rev. Tiffany Steinwert, the first female dean of Hendricks Chapel, is laying the groundwork for the future of SU institution.

In its 80-year history, Hendricks Chapel has never had a female dean. Until now.

Rev. Tiffany Steinwert was appointed in March, making her the sixth Hendricks dean in Syracuse University's history.

SU's lecture lineup for next year is a goodie
By Erica Sanderson
May 21, 2010 - 2:44pm
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nicholas D. Kristof and Emmy Award winner Randy Cohen are among the elite group of speakers.

Mark your calendars, because the 2010-2011 Syracuse University Lecture season is a must-see lineup. Nine speakers will make their appearances on campus throughout the academic year for the University Lecture's 10th season.

Two featured speakers are Randy Cohen and Nicholas D. Kristof.

Weight not only and issue for young adults, but for national security
By Alexandra Leogrande
April 20, 2010 - 11:09pm
Plus, Jason Taylor signs with the NY Jets and SU's Chris Daniello wins more awards for lacrosse.

More young adults are unable to meet requirements to join the military, creating a potential threat to national security, said a group of retired armed forces. CNN reports according to Mission: Readiness, about 27 percent of young adults are medically ineligible for the military.

It's easy being green
By Hanna Dubansky
April 19, 2010 - 3:17pm
Green ways think, drink, and do your laundry on Earth Day.

In honor of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, The NewsHouse presents Earth Day videos featuring two fun, easy ways to be greener, and a closer look at how much Syracuse University students really know about environmental issues. 

 

Rapper brings a fiery message about genocide
By Christine Mehta
April 14, 2010 - 8:52pm
Motivational speaker and activist Omekongo Dibinga crusades to end genocide in Congo.

Omékongo Dibinga clasped his hands and bowed his head for a moment. Then, his voice boomed. “Five million screams falling on deaf ears, fatherless children fathered by foreign soldiers. Homes with no husbands, husbands with no honor,” he recited, filling the basement auditorium in Syracuse University’s Life Sciences building at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday with verses describing the plight of thousands of Congolese women experiencing sexual abuse as a result of war in the Congo.  

First-year law student dies
By Anne Pomeroy
April 8, 2010 - 3:36pm
An email message from Chancellor Cantor informed the campus community Thursday about the death of first-year law student James "Jamie" H. Wood

James "Jamie" H. Wood, a law student at Syracuse University, died unexpectedly Wednesday after struggling with an illness, Chancellor Nancy Cantor said Thursday afternoon in an email message to the SU community.

Wood, a first-year law student, was 28-years-old.

The College of Law and Students Affairs are providing support to those who knew Jamie, Cantor said in the email. 

The Counseling Center, Hendrick's Chapel and the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program are also available to those in need of support, said Cantor.

 

 

Sports marketing executive visits
By Anne Pomeroy
April 5, 2010 - 12:42pm
Syracuse University Alum and founder and chairman of Steiner Sports Marketing to speak at SU on Tuesday.

Brandon Steiner has done business with Derek Jeter, Joe Torre and Eli Manning.  Tuesday, he will return to his alma mater (class of 1981) and speak  about his experiences in the world of sports.

Steiner is the founder and chairman of Steiner Sports Marketing, the largest collectible inventory business of its kind in the U.S.  His visit is sponsored by the David B. Falk Center for Sports Management and is part of a series of guest speakers presented for the students of the Sports Management Club.

A cultural collaboration
By Darren Benda
April 3, 2010 - 1:18pm
The Multicultural Fair showcases Syracuse University's diverse student groups through music, food and presentations.

Those in attendance at Thursday’s Multicultural Fair got a taste of the many different cultures on campus — literally and figuratively.