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Syracuse University Hosts First-Ever Procurement Fair, Launches Building Local Initiative

On Tuesday, May 21, Syracuse University hosted its first-ever Procurement Fair as part of its new Building Local initiative, a three-pronged effort focused on opportunity, partnerships and business. The fair introduced local business enterprises—including those owned by women, minorities, veterans and others (referred to collectively as XBEs)—to opportunities with the University; helped local businesses and XBEs understand the goods and services used and needed by the University; and provided information on how to gain diverse business certifications.

Representatives from more than 100 Central New York businesses attended the fair, including Melanie Randolph, owner of Your Window to the World, LLC. “Events like [the Procurement Fair] are going to open doors for local businesses and create opportunities with Syracuse University,” says Randolph. “This gives us a more one-to-one relationship, where we can really work as a community and align our values together. The small businesses can come together and be greater together.”

Read the full story at Syracuse University News.

CNY Businesses Hope Syracuse University “Builds Local” When Choosing Goods or Services

More than 160 locally owned business enterprises introduced themselves Tuesday to many departments within Syracuse University who could potentially buy their goods or services in the future.  The “Building Local Procurement Fair” placed a special emphasis on businesses owned by women, minorities and veterans.  VP of Community Engagement Bea Gonzalez says the initiative goes along with other programs the university has supported.

“Through the South Side Innovation center and WISE (Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship), this is an opportunity for all the work they’ve been doing over the years to bring their clients into this buy local strategy.”

Read the full story at waer.org.

Syracuse U. to show local businesses how to tap into its $250M in annual spending

Syracuse University will hold a fair tomorrow to show Central New York businesses how to grab a piece of the $250 million to $280 million a year it spends on goods and services.

The university will host its first Building Local Procurement Fair from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday (May 21) in the Regency Ballroom of the Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel at 801 University Ave.

Local businesses — and anyone thinking of setting up their own business — will have a chance to meet the people who purchase products and services for SU, Onondaga County’s largest private employer.

Read the full story at syracuse.com.

Officials reveal updates to National Veterans Resource Center

Syracuse University’s National Veteran Resource Center is on schedule to open in early spring 2020, SU officials announced at a Wednesday press conference.

The $62.5 million center will consolidate the university’s veteran services — including the Institute for Veterans and Military Families, the university’s ROTC programs and the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs — into one 115,000 square foot facility. Military-connected students make up 5% of SU’s student body, said Mike Haynie, vice chancellor for strategic initiatives and innovation, on Wednesday.

Read the full story at dailyorange.com.

Construction to Impact Pedestrian Access Near Barnes Center at The Arch Site Starting May 13

On May 13, the project construction site limits for the Barnes Center at The Arch will be expanded to support the final summer of construction activities.

The entire north end of the site (between the Barnes Center at The Arch and the Physics Building), as well as the entire Carnegie Lot area (between the Barnes Center at The Arch and Carnegie Library), will be closed to all pedestrian traffic for the duration of the summer. This will allow the pedestrian area between the Barnes Center at The Arch and the Physics Building to be transformed. New entries to both buildings will be constructed, eliminating stairs and greatly improving accessibility.

Read the full story at Syracuse University News.

Archbold Gymnasium on schedule to reopen in fall 2019

Syracuse University’s Barnes Center at the Arch is scheduled to reopen by the time students return for the fall 2019 semester, a university official announced Friday.

What was Archbold Gymnasium will reopen in the fall as a $50 million complex featuring a multi-floor fitness center with a rock climbing wall and a multi-activity sports court. The Counseling Center and Health Services will be relocated to The Arch.

Pete Sala, vice president and chief facilities officer, said in his Friday email that the steel installation for the Arch is complete. Construction in Building A is “significantly complete,” with finish and millwork installations ongoing, he said. Mechanical, plumbing and electrical work in Building B is under way, and the pool installation in Building C is 50% complete.

Read the full story at dailyorange.com.

Schine On: Campus Community Invited to Schine Student Center Renovation Reveal

The campus community is invited to the renovation reveal and celebration of the Hildegarde and J. Myer Schine Student Center on Tuesday, April 9. The event also celebrates the legacy and philanthropy of Renée Schine Crown ’50, H’84 and Lester Crown. In the 1980s, Renée led the initiative to establish the student center and provided the primary gift, honoring her parents Hildegarde and J. Myer Schine for whom the building is named. The Crowns have been an active part of reimagining the Schine Student Center now to further enhance the student experience well into the future.

Read the full story at Syracuse University News.

BFAS Launches Academic Leaders Training Program

Academic leaders require knowledge of the financial and administrative framework of the University to make effective decisions and to fulfill their duties in an accurate, effective and financially responsible manner.

The Academic Leaders Training program, developed by the Division of Business, Finance and Administrative Services (BFAS), delivers financial training for current and future academic leaders. The training will ensure a strong understanding of the University’s budget model and financial policies, BFAS processes and procedures, and the potential financial implications from academic decisions to assist in fostering financial success in schools and colleges and academic support units.

Read the full story at Syracuse University News.