College of Arts and Sciences

Seismology Professor Sheds Light on Turkey-Syria Earthquake

With a climbing death toll of more than 5,000 people and thousands still missing, Turkey and Syria have been devastated by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake
Daryl Lovell Feb. 6, 2023

Super Bowl-Winning Head Coach Tom Coughlin ’68, G’69 on Overcoming Adversity, Being Forever Orange on the ‘’Cuse Conversations’ Podcast

During a tumultuous start to the 2007 National Football League (NFL) season, Tom Coughlin's '68, G'69 New York Giants dropped their first two games in
John Boccacino Feb. 2, 2023
Super Bowl-Winning Head Coach Tom Coughlin ’68, G’69 on Overcoming Adversity, Being Forever Orange on the ‘’Cuse Conversations’ Podcast

Donor’s ‘Belief in Potential’ Motivates $1.5M Gift

Like many young women with an interest in science, Laura Feldman ’81 thought about a career in medicine when she entered Syracuse University. But she
Eileen Korey Feb. 1, 2023
Donor’s ‘Belief in Potential’ Motivates $1.5M Gift

In Memoriam: Life Trustee Samuel V. Goekjian ’52

Samuel V. Goekjian ’52 built his first “home” on American soil at Syracuse University and he never left his alma mater behind, even though he
Eileen Korey Feb. 1, 2023
In Memoriam: Life Trustee Samuel V. Goekjian ’52

Crown Honors Professors Hehnly, Nisenbaum Recognized

On Friday, Jan. 13, the University’s first Renée Crown Professors in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) were formally recognized. Heidi Hehnly, associate professor
Dan Bernardi Jan. 31, 2023
Crown Honors Professors Hehnly, Nisenbaum Recognized

Arts and Sciences Professors Honored by American Association for the Advancement of Science

Jennifer Ross of the Department of Physics and Jason Wiles of the Department of Biology were named Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement
Dan Bernardi Jan. 31, 2023
Arts and Sciences Professors Honored by American Association for the Advancement of Science

BioInspired Institute Showcased in The Washington Post

Research connections to the natural world are a key cornerstone of the BioInspired Institute. The work of BioInspired scientists, especially the work connected to animals,
Daryl Lovell Jan. 27, 2023

A Warm Winter Welcome to Newest Arts and Sciences Faculty

Continuing its trajectory of robust faculty hiring in fall 2022, the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) announces the following new professors in the humanities
Diana Napolitano Jan. 26, 2023
A Warm Winter Welcome to Newest Arts and Sciences Faculty

Remembering SU-Sue and Otto, Syracuse University’s Resident Hawk Pair

Sadly, Syracuse University's resident red-tailed hawks, SU-Sue and Otto, have died. As a species that mate for life, SU-Sue and Otto called campus home since
Dan Bernardi Jan. 25, 2023
Remembering SU-Sue and Otto, Syracuse University’s Resident Hawk Pair

2022-23 Syracuse Symposium Addresses Timely Topics With Diverse Slate of Programming

Reparations for slavery. Environmental justice. Reproductive justice. Students, faculty, staff and the general public are invited to engage with these urgent topics and more throughout
Dan Bernardi Jan. 25, 2023
2022-23 Syracuse Symposium Addresses Timely Topics With Diverse Slate of Programming

Getting to the ‘Point’: Powerful Computing Helps Identify Potential New Treatments for Coronaviruses

Coronaviruses, such as the one that causes COVID-19, have numerous protruding spikes salting their surfaces. When a coronavirus raises one of these spike proteins—like opening
News Staff Jan. 19, 2023
Getting to the ‘Point’: Powerful Computing Helps Identify Potential New Treatments for Coronaviruses

University Preparing to Celebrate Chinese Culture During Lunar New Year

The Lunar New Year, or Chinese New Year, is a time of hope, representing an opportunity for Asian people everywhere to gather with family and
John Boccacino Jan. 19, 2023
University Preparing to Celebrate Chinese Culture During Lunar New Year

Learn Skills for Loving the Body You’re in With The Body Project Virtual Workshop

The prevalence of diagnosed eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder, are on the rise in the U.S., as Johns Hopkins All
News Staff Jan. 18, 2023
Learn Skills for Loving the Body You’re in With The Body Project Virtual Workshop

Syracuse University Announces 2023 Unsung Heroes for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

The 38th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Planning Committee has announced the 2023 Unsung Hero Award winners: Nichole Henry, Candice Ogbu, Thomas
News Staff Jan. 18, 2023
Syracuse University Announces 2023 Unsung Heroes for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Researchers Reject 30-Year-Old Paradigm: Emergence of Forests Did Not Reduce CO2 in Atmosphere

It’s hard to imagine our planet without trees. From providing wildlife habitat to reducing erosion and absorbing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air, trees play
Dan Bernardi Jan. 17, 2023
Researchers Reject 30-Year-Old Paradigm: Emergence of Forests Did Not Reduce CO2 in Atmosphere

Environmental Experts Available to Discuss Extreme California Weather

California experienced a siege of storms this month that caused many areas to flood and pushed snowpack levels to record highs. Two Earth and Environmental
Daryl Lovell Jan. 17, 2023

Psychology Professor Part of Two Grants Totaling Over $5M to Advance Alcohol-Related Research

During his nearly 30-year career at Syracuse University, Stephen Maisto, professor emeritus of psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences, has devoted much of his
Dan Bernardi Jan. 10, 2023
Psychology Professor Part of Two Grants Totaling Over $5M to Advance Alcohol-Related Research

‘Take Me to the Palace of Love’ on Display at Syracuse University Art Museum Jan.19-May 14

A new exhibition of critical artworks by acclaimed international artist Rina Banerjee will open at the Syracuse University Art Museum on Jan. 19. "Take Me
News Staff Jan. 10, 2023
‘Take Me to the Palace of Love’ on Display at Syracuse University Art Museum Jan.19-May 14