The last month has been extremely difficult for our entire Syracuse University community. Displays and acts of hate and bias have created a sense of fear, anger and sadness among students, alumni, faculty, staff and administrators.
While a number of law enforcement agencies continue their work to identify those responsible and hold them accountable, the University is committed to helping the campus rise above hate and fear. The University is responding to specific concerns and recommendations raised by students and providing monthly updates to track progress on all goals. Syracuse University’s Board of Trustees has announced the formation of an Independent Advisory Panel, which will work in conjunction with a newly formed Board of Trustees Special Committee on University Climate, Diversity and Inclusion, to assess and provide recommendations regarding programs, policies and initiatives designed to foster and strengthen diversity and inclusion at Syracuse.
News and Notes from Campus
Vice President for Research Zhanjiang “John” Liu has been named interim vice chancellor and provost. He'll begin in that role Jan. 6, 2020, replacing Michele Wheatly who is stepping down to become special adviser to the Chancellor.
The College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) has announced Karen Davis ’83, G’90 will be in a permanent role as assistant dean for inclusive excellence. Davis has been leading the Office of Inclusive Excellence in an interim role since October 2018 and successfully led the formation of the first ECS Inclusive Excellence Council.
Orange Central 2020 Milestone Reunions
While we won't know the date for next fall's Orange Central Homecoming and Reunion Weekend until next season's football schedule is released later this winter, the planning is already underway. If your class is celebrating a milestone reunion (see the list below), consider joining your reunion committee. Help recruit your friends to come back to campus for what promises to be an exciting weekend. Email Kate Ludwig or call her at 315.443.3249 for more information.
Start reconnecting with classmates now by joining your class Facebook Group.
Class of 1960 | 60th Reunion [Join the Facebook Group]
Class of 1970 | 50th Reunion [Join the Facebook Group]
Class of 1985 | 35th Reunion [Join the Facebook Group]
Class of 1995 | 25th Reunion [Join the Facebook Group]
Class of 2010 | 10th Reunion [Join the Facebook Group]
Class of 2015 | 5th Reunion [Join the Facebook Group]
Syracuse University Alumni Events
Syracuse University alumni across the country have been coming together during the month of December to celebrate the holidays and the strong Orange bond that we all share.
Upcoming Events
- Syracuse:
We're hosting a pair of tailgates, as the Syracuse University men's and women's basketball teams host Notre Dame. Join us on Saturday, January 4, before the men take on the Irish and Sunday, January 5, before the women's game.
- Florida: Spend an evening with Syracuse University alumni and explore the ways technology impacts our well-being. Join us Wednesday, January 15, in Tampa or Thursday, January 16, in Jacksonville for this program sponsored by the Office of Alumni Engagement and the Institute for Veterans and Military Families.
- San Diego, CA: Hon. William Q. Hayes L'83 cordially invites San Diego area College of Law alumni to join him for a luncheon in his chambers with College of Law Dean Craig Boise on Friday, January 17.
- Park City, UT: Are you heading to the Sundance Film Festival this year? Enjoy food, drinks and conversation with fellow Syracuse University alumni on on Friday, January 24, and hear from Orange industry insiders.
- New York City: On Friday, January 24, enjoy an evening with fellow Syracuse University alumni at Madison Square Garden, as the NY Knicks take on the Toronto Rapters.
- Los Angeles: Join SULA for a night at the theater to see the finalist for the 2019 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, "What the Constitution Means to Me," on Tuesday, January 28.
#HireOrange | Professional Development
The Office Alumni Engagement offers exclusive content designed to help Syracuse University alumni advance their careers through career development resources, networking opportunities and our #HireOrange job listings.
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Job Title: Advertising Specialist
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Job Title: Communications Analyst (Diversity & Inclusion)
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Alumni News
When Kwang G. Tan G’73, Ph.D. learned about the National Veterans Resource Center, he knew he wanted to support this new innovative center of research and hub of veteran life on campus. Tan is providing a $5 million gift toward this first-of-its-kind facility dedicated to academic research, programming and thought leadership that will address the social, economic and wellness concerns of the nation’s veterans and families.
Gerald B. ’58, ’59 and Roberta M. Faigle ’60 have established a scholarship for graduate student veterans across Syracuse University’s schools and colleges, both on campus and online, which will be awarded annually.
Thanks to a life-altering semester abroad experience in Florence, Italy, Sebastian Martorana '03 discovered a love for sculpting masterpieces out of stone. His works are featured in galleries and museums around the country, and he is currently working on the new Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial in Washington, DC.
Be sure to check out our latest 'Cuse Conversations. Sportscaster Beth Mowins G'90 discusses growing up as a passionate Syracuse sports fan, why the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications was the perfect place to hone her craft, the path she took to broadcasting success and more. Adam Fazackerly '96 shares his story of pivoting from engineering student to entrepreneur and talks about the joy he gets from mentoring current students.
Speaking of entrepreneurs, six successful young alumni recently returned to campus to speak with students and share the stories of how they broke the rules and blazed new paths.
Don McPherson '87 talked to radio host Elvis Duran about the inspiration for his book, You Throw Like a Girl: The Blind Spot of Masculinity. McPherson has recently held talks and book signings for alumni in Philadelphia, New York City and Long Island.
If you're looking for a holiday gift for the Syracuse University alum in your life, consider the City of Syracuse Monopoly board game. This version features familiar locations in and around the Salt City and an Otto the Orange game piece. Proceeds from the game benefit the Food Bank of Central New York.