John Boccacino, Author at Syracuse University News

Depiction of what the Genesee Street tower will look like after the I-81 viaduct has been demolished.

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Architecture Faculty Creating Model for a Post-Highway Future

When Interstate 81’s aging viaduct is torn down, what rises in its place could transform downtown Syracuse and serve as inspiration for cities nationwide that

Sept. 26, 2025 | Campus & Community, Uncategorized

Five people in safety gear - hard hats, high-visibility yellow vests, and safety glasses - standing together and smiling in what appears to be a construction or industrial setting with metal walls in the background.

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Student Interns Save Local Manufacturers Money, Gain Experience as Energy Engineers

Since 2001, 130 students in the Industrial Training and Assessment Center have saved companies nearly $54 million through a program funded by the U.S. Department

Sept. 23, 2025 | Campus & Community

Vegetables and canned items at food pantry

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Office of Community Engagement Hosts Events to Combat Food Insecurity

The University partners with Salvation Army through its Food Insecurity Awareness Initiative, featuring campus drives and fundraising events.

Sept. 17, 2025 | Campus & Community

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University Partnering With CXtec, United Way on Electronic Upcycle Event

Community members can bring old laptops, phones and tablets to the Sept. 20 event, with proceeds from resale benefiting the United Way.

Sept. 12, 2025 | Campus & Community

A man in a navy pinstripe suit and blue dress shirt stands solemnly beside the bronze memorial panels at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City, with names of victims engraved in the reflective surface and a white flower placed among them. Trees and urban buildings are visible in the background.

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‘We Remember’: How Chris Meek ’92, G’18 Honors the Victims and Survivors of the Sept. 11 Terrorist Attacks

Meek’s nonprofit work and advocacy aim to preserve 9/11 memories and support veterans through education and national service initiatives.

Sept. 9, 2025 | Campus & Community

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How I Spent My Summer Vacation: The Important Role of Internships

Students gained real-world experience, built professional networks and clarified career goals through immersive summer internships.

Sept. 4, 2025 | Business & Entrepreneurship

Two students pose with Syracuse University's orange mascot Otto in front of an orange balloon display at a campus event.

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Legacy Families Reflect on Welcome Week and What It Means to Be Orange

We asked five pairs of siblings—each including one who already graduated and one who is just starting their Orange journey—to reflect on their Welcome Week

Sept. 3, 2025 | Campus & Community

Students browsing informational materials at an outdoor campus fair or club event, with tables displaying brochures and promotional items on a sunny day.

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From Beekeeping to Off-Road Racing: Find Your People Among the Many Recognized Student Organizations

For students looking to get involved, whatever hobbies or extracurricular pursuits pique your curiosity, chances are good there’s a student organization that aligns with your

Sept. 3, 2025 | Campus & Community

Two individuals, both wearing glasses, converse casually indoors near a wooden door; one wears a gray Nike t-shirt, the other a navy quarter-zip pullover and light gray pants.

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Falk College of Sport Driving Innovation and Excellence in Sport-Related Industries

Dean Jeremy Jordan discusses the recently reimagined changes in Falk College, how the college’s four areas of academic excellence will strengthen its reputation as a

Aug. 26, 2025 | Health, Sport & Society

Golden sunset over calm water with dramatic orange and purple clouds reflected on the surface, silhouetted rocky coastline in background.

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Summer Snapshots 2025

Discover all the ways our University community members enjoyed themselves over the summer months.

Aug. 18, 2025 | Campus & Community

A student sits cross-legged on a bed with golden bedding in a pink-themed bedroom, smiling at the camera. The room features pink walls with cherry decorations and a small fan by the window.

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5 Things to Know About New Student Convocation Speaker Andrea-Rose Oates ’26

Oates shares her favorite memories from her first year on campus, discusses her life-changing summer internship with NBCUniversal and gives her advice to the new

Aug. 13, 2025 | Campus & Community

AI generated art depicts a child in an orange robe stands with a small orange cat in a vibrant marketplace, surrounded by pottery, textiles, and hanging lanterns under stone archways with warm sunlight streaming through.

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How Artists Are Embracing Artificial Intelligence to Create Works of Art

Rebecca Xu, professor of computer art and animation in the Department of Film and Media Arts in the College of Visual and Performing Arts,

Aug. 12, 2025 | Arts & Humanities

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Inspiring the Next Generation of STEM Enthusiasts

A collaboration between the nonprofit Technology Alliance of Central New York and Engineering and Computer Science faculty and students introduces children to STEM fields in

July 28, 2025 | STEM

A ceremonial presentation taking place on a football field at Syracuse University. Five people are standing on the field near the end zone. In the center of the group, a man in a dark suit is holding a football, appearing to be receiving it as part of a ceremony. To his left, another man in a suit with an orange and blue striped tie is applauding. On the far left, an older man in an orange collared shirt is also clapping. To the right of the man with the football, an older gentleman in a dark suit jacket appears to be part of the presentation. On the far right, a woman wearing a dark Syracuse jersey with the number 44 is observing the ceremony.

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Student Veteran Anthony Ruscitto Honored as a Tillman Scholar

When he graduates, Anthony Ruscitto plans to provide legal aid to his fellow veterans.

July 18, 2025 | Veterans & Military-Connected Individuals

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Vintage Over Digital: Alumnus Dan Cohen’s Voyager CD Bag Merges Music and Fashion

Dan Cohen’s CD bag fuses retro technology and modern style, allowing the user to step back in time and enjoy their favorite music thanks to

July 7, 2025 | Arts & Humanities

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Calling All Alumni Entrepreneurs: Apply for ’CUSE50 Awards

Did you cultivate your entrepreneurial skills as a student at Syracuse University and either founded or currently own your own business as an Orange alumnus?

June 24, 2025 | Business & Entrepreneurship

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Retiring University Professor and Decorated Public Servant Sean O’Keefe G’78 Reflects on a Legacy of Service

O'Keefe's time as a Maxwell graduate student taught him the importance of employing a multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving, examining the wide range of possible outcomes

June 24, 2025 | Campus & Community

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Oren Lyons Jr., Roy Simmons Jr. Honored With Alfie Jacques Ambassador Award

The two formed a lifelong friendship that stems from their days starring for the Syracuse University men’s lacrosse team from 1955-58.

June 11, 2025 | Campus & Community

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