Looking Back, Looking Forward
May is a time of both reflection and anticipation. In this issue, look back with us on noteworthy moments, such as Professor George Saunders’ celebrated convocation speech of 2013 and the Hall of Languages' "birthday." We also celebrate our recent graduates and award-winning faculty, who, through cutting-edge research and scholarship, are contributing to a healthier, more hopeful and more humane future.
Meantime, stay connected to A&S on social media (search @ArtSciencesSU) and by checking the A&S news page. Keep in touch!
Is Kindness Still Relevant?
10 years after his Convocation speech went viral, acclaimed author George Saunders G’88 revisits its message.
This Year's Convocation Speaker: Bringing More Voices to the Newsroom
Debra Adams Simmons ’86 offers valuable advice to this year's graduates while reflecting on her journey from CNY reporter to industry leader.
Happy 150th Birthday, HOL!
May 8 marked the sesquicentennial of the dedication of the iconic Hall of Languages. Scroll through a lighthearted commemorative scrapbook chronicling the last 150 years through the perspective of HOL.
More from this issue
2023 Convocation Highlights
Explore some of the views from this year's master's and bachelor's Convocation ceremonies.
Creative Writing Authors Inspire Movies and Garner Major Media Mentions
Discover the latest books by creative writing faculty and alumni that have been optioned for film along with a list of notable media coverage.
Uniting the Community in the Pursuit of Environmental Justice
The Environmental Storytelling Series of CNY brings together faculty, students and local community partners to address the climate crisis through creative outlets.
A&S in the News
From the cultural impact of Ted Lasso to tips to managing holiday stress, explore the latest faculty quotes in the world's leading media outlets.
A Commitment to Conservation
Biology Professor Susan Parks and her students explore projects at the intersection of bioacoustics, animal behavior and conservation.
A&S Faculty Collect Top National Awards and Grants
Professors Tripti Bhattacharya, Alison Patteson and Olga Makhlynets receive NSF CAREER grants in recognition of their innovative and noteworthy research contributions.
Music and Motherhood
AMH Professor Ruth Opara travels to Nigeria to explore music performance practices and develop a scholarly exchange program between students in Nigeria and Syracuse.
Rock-Solid Data
Earth and Environmental Sciences researchers travel to remote locations around the globe to explore Earth's geologic history.
Drawing Nature
Earth Sciences Professor Linda Ivany opens the paleontology lab to VPA Professor Susan D’Amato’s ‘Drawing Nature’ class to sketch modern and ancient lifeforms.