Alumni

Maxwell Alumnus Joins California Wildfire Relief Efforts

In mid-January, days after the devastating Eaton Fire began in Los Angeles County, California, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs alumnus Zayn Aga ’21
News Staff April 14, 2025
Maxwell Alumnus Joins California Wildfire Relief Efforts

Patrick J. Ahearn Named School of Architecture Convocation Speaker

The School of Architecture has announced that Patrick J. Ahearn FAIA ’73, G’73, one of America's most celebrated classical architects, will address graduates at the
Julie Sharkey April 9, 2025
Patrick J. Ahearn Named School of Architecture Convocation Speaker

In Memoriam: Life Trustee Charles W. Beach ’58, G’67

Shortly after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in English from the College of Arts and Sciences, Charles W. Beach launched a firm representing manufacturers and
News Staff April 4, 2025

How ECS Alumna Carey Smith G’91 Became a Transformative Leader

Even when she was just starting out, Carey Smith G’91 knew management was the direction she wanted to take her career. Like many promising young
Alex Dunbar April 4, 2025

‘Empowered and Prepared to Contribute’: Awards of Excellence Honorees Reflect on Maxwell School’s Impact

Standing on stage before an audience of Maxwell School community members, Sahil Jain ’13 B.A. (IR) reflected on the “incredible people, valuable lessons and pivotal
Jessica Youngman April 4, 2025
‘Empowered and Prepared to Contribute’: Awards of Excellence Honorees Reflect on Maxwell School’s Impact

Celebrate Excellence: Join the 2025 Syracuse University Alumni Awards Celebration!

The Syracuse University community is invited to one of the most inspiring and unforgettable nights of the year—the 2025 Alumni Awards Celebration. On Friday, April
Kim Infanti March 19, 2025

Philanthropy That Brings Outside the Box Thinking to the Student Experience

Michael “Mike” Venutolo ’77 and his wife, Kim, vividly remember sharing an eight-hour bus ride through the 110-degree desert in the United Arab Emirates with
Eileen Korey March 14, 2025

Cultivation of Talent and Moral Compass Guide University Trustee Richard Alexander L’82

Over the last decade, Richard Alexander L’82 has navigated his chosen profession (the law) and his chosen passion (Syracuse University and its law school) through
Eileen Korey March 14, 2025

In Memory of Renowned Chemical Engineering Alum Andreas Acrivos ’50

The College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) noted the passing of chemical engineering alumnus Andreas Acrivos ’50, on Feb. 17, 2025. Acrivos was recognized
Kwami Maranga March 12, 2025
In Memory of Renowned Chemical Engineering Alum Andreas Acrivos ’50

In the Return Phase of Life: Giving Back to the University That Launched His Career

In his home office, John Chawner ’84 proudly displays a disk of aluminum dated “4-8-84.” It is a treasured memento from his days at Syracuse
Eileen Korey March 11, 2025
In the Return Phase of Life: Giving Back to the University That Launched His Career

Arts and Sciences | Maxwell Alumna Helps Spread Sustainability in London

Maggie Sardino ’23 double majored in writing and rhetoric in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) and citizenship and civic engagement in A&S |
Dan Bernardi March 6, 2025
Arts and Sciences | Maxwell Alumna Helps Spread Sustainability in London

Maxwell Alumni, Friends Invited to Awards of Excellence Event in DC

Members of the Maxwell School community are invited to an upcoming event in Washington, D.C., that will honor five accomplished alumni whose careers and civic
Jessica Youngman March 3, 2025
Maxwell Alumni, Friends Invited to Awards of Excellence Event in DC

University Named a Fulbright Top Producing Institution for US Students for Third Consecutive Year

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has named Syracuse University a Fulbright Top Producing Institution for U.S. students. This recognition is given to
Kelly Homan Rodoski Feb. 25, 2025

Whitman School Breaks Record With Class of 2024 Job Placement and Salaries

After proudly walking during Commencement last spring, members of the Class of 2024 from the Martin J. Whitman School of Management were ready to begin
Dawn McWilliams Feb. 21, 2025
Whitman School Breaks Record With Class of 2024 Job Placement and Salaries

School of Education Launches Mentoring Program to Help Students Explore Careers In and Beyond the Classroom

The School of Education will celebrate Alumni Week 2025 in February by launching EdMentor Connect, a pilot student-alumni mentoring program. EdMentor Connect will pair current
Martin Walls Feb. 10, 2025
School of Education Launches Mentoring Program to Help Students Explore Careers In and Beyond the Classroom

WellsLink Speaker JaNeika James G’05 Is Living Out Her Dreams as a Television Producer

Growing up, JaNeika James and her twin sister, JaSheika, loved watching television and “fell in love with TV” and the possibilities it could provide for
John Boccacino Feb. 3, 2025
WellsLink Speaker JaNeika James G’05 Is Living Out Her Dreams as a Television Producer

Meet Syracuse University’s 2025 Alumni Awards Honorees

Syracuse University will honor eight distinguished members of the Orange community during the 2025 Syracuse University Alumni Awards Celebration, which is being held on Friday,
Kim Infanti Jan. 29, 2025
Meet Syracuse University’s 2025 Alumni Awards Honorees

Lessons Learned: How an Education Degree Can Forge a Path to a Career Outside the Classroom

The School of Education’s selected studies in education (SSE) major allows undergraduates to explore careers beyond the classroom. Two alumni—Victor Yang ’16 and Angela Woods
Martin Walls Jan. 27, 2025
Lessons Learned: How an Education Degree Can Forge a Path to a Career Outside the Classroom