Hendricks Chapel

Uniting for Student Success: SummerStart Program Is a Collaborative Effort

Every June, a group of incoming first-year students arrives on campus to participate in SummerStart, an initiative of Retention and Student Success. The six-week program
News Staff July 9, 2024
Uniting for Student Success: SummerStart Program Is a Collaborative Effort

University to Launch Innovative Mental Health Program for Student Veterans

In recognition of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, the University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) is pleased to announce the launch of
Charlie Poag May 30, 2024
University to Launch Innovative Mental Health Program for Student Veterans

Forever Orange Campaign Gift to Transform Catholic Center at Syracuse University

With a ceremonial shovel and breaking of the ground, a new chapter in the history of Catholic ministry at Syracuse University is being written, thanks
News Staff May 14, 2024
Forever Orange Campaign Gift to Transform Catholic Center at Syracuse University

Celebrating the Successes of First-Generation College Students

A trio of first-generation college students have demonstrated hard work and resiliency and shown how they ultimately set themselves on the path that will culminate
John Boccacino May 8, 2024
Celebrating the Successes of First-Generation College Students

Hendricks Chapel’s Mindfulness Certification Program Offers Direction and Reduces Stress

When Sensei JoAnn Cooke began as a Buddhist chaplain at Hendricks Chapel, she had no idea of the coming global pandemic and the impact it
Dara Harper May 6, 2024
Hendricks Chapel’s Mindfulness Certification Program Offers Direction and Reduces Stress

Giving for a Common Good: Fraternities and Sororities Compete for the Inaugural Hendricks Cup

On March 27 there was energy in the air for Syracuse University’s 2024 Giving Day. This year, for the first time, Hendricks Chapel partnered with
Dara Harper April 16, 2024
Giving for a Common Good: Fraternities and Sororities Compete for the Inaugural Hendricks Cup

Alumni Awards Set for Next Week; Meet the 2024 Honorees, Including 2 New Awards

Syracuse University will honor eight distinguished members of the Orange community during the 2024 Alumni Awards Celebration, which are being held from 4:30-8:30 p.m. on
News Staff April 4, 2024
Alumni Awards Set for Next Week; Meet the 2024 Honorees, Including 2 New Awards

Where to Watch on April 8: Total Solar Eclipse Events Planned on the Syracuse University Campus

It’s been nearly 100 years since the Central New York region experienced a total solar eclipse, but on Monday, April 8, Syracuse University will find
John Boccacino March 29, 2024
Where to Watch on April 8: Total Solar Eclipse Events Planned on the Syracuse University Campus

Historic Gift Launches $3M Challenge Campaign for Hendricks Chapel

A historic gift to Hendricks Chapel, the largest since its dedication in 1930, will launch a $3 million Challenge Campaign to enrich student life and
Dara Harper March 25, 2024
Historic Gift Launches $3M Challenge Campaign for Hendricks Chapel

In Memoriam: Life Trustee the Reverend Vernon L. Lee Jr. ’54

It’s a love story that began at Hendricks Chapel, where Vernon L. Lee Jr. first met Marcia L. Heath. Both undergraduates, they raised their voices
Eileen Korey March 13, 2024

The Power of Faith: Fostering Community for Muslim Students With Imam Amir Durić (Podcast)

As a faith leader, an imam is the one who proceeds, the one who stands in front and leads the mosque’s worshippers as a role
John Boccacino March 12, 2024
The Power of Faith: Fostering Community for Muslim Students With Imam Amir Durić (Podcast)

Men of Color Initiative: A Brotherhood That Lifts Up, Supports Its Members

“Each One, Teach One.” This powerful African proverb emphasizes how, after someone learns to read or write, they have an obligation and a responsibility to
John Boccacino Feb. 20, 2024
Men of Color Initiative: A Brotherhood That Lifts Up, Supports Its Members

Valentine’s Day Stories From the Military-Connected Community

Building a long-lasting and meaningful relationship, especially a romantic one, takes a lot of time and effort. Even more so when trying to maintain a
Charlie Poag Feb. 13, 2024
Valentine’s Day Stories From the Military-Connected Community

Ash Wednesday Schedule Announced

Ash Wednesday is Feb. 14, marking the beginning of the Christian season of Lent. Lent is a 40-day period of reflection that guides people of
Dara Harper Feb. 9, 2024
Ash Wednesday Schedule Announced

Annual Service of Commemoration to Be Held March 19

Syracuse University will hold its annual Service of Commemoration—honoring students, faculty, staff, retirees, trustees and honorary degree recipients of the University, and SUNY College of
News Staff Feb. 7, 2024

7 Reasons to Attend Interfaith Exploration Week

Hendricks Chapel is celebrating religious and spiritual diversity and inclusion through Interfaith Exploration Week from Feb. 5-11. All students, faculty and staff are invited to
Dara Harper Feb. 1, 2024
7 Reasons to Attend Interfaith Exploration Week

39th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration in Photos

The University's 39th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration was held on Sunday, Jan. 21, in the JMA Wireless Dome. This annual event,
News Staff Jan. 23, 2024
39th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration in Photos

2024 MLK Unsung Heroes Announced

The 39th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Planning Committee is proud to announce the 2024 Unsung Hero Award winners: Murjan Abdi, Sharon
Dara Harper Jan. 18, 2024
2024 MLK Unsung Heroes Announced