A meditation retreat held at the Minnowbrook Conference Center was featured in Local ADK magazine. The article emphasizes the quiet of the center and the immersion in the natural world that the retreat offers.
The article can be read in full on the magazine’s website.
Syracuse University, in partnership with JMA Wireless, will soon install a cutting-edge, 5G private wireless network in select residence halls and academic buildings as part of a pilot program that will run for the duration of the Fall 2022 semester. The pilot program will assess technology aimed at simplifying connectivity, improving bandwidth and increasing coverage for students, faculty and staff, inside and outside the classroom. This initial pilot program will focus on a random group of students selected to participate.
Read the full story at Syracuse University News.
Beginning Thursday, July 14, contractors working at Link Hall will be installing a temporary storm water line across the Quad running east to west from Link Hall to Hendricks Chapel. This work is related to updating and improving campus critical infrastructure.
For those utilizing the walkways in this area, there will be accessible ramps where the line crosses intersecting walks. While access in all directions will be maintained, some walkways will be closed for safety. This work is expected to be complete by Wednesday, July 27.
Delays in the proposed work may occur as a result of weather and/or unforeseen circumstances. In the event that there is a significant delay, revised information will be issued as soon as possible. Please contact, Kim Cirman, senior project manager, at 315.391.3477 or kfcirman@syr.edu, with any questions or concerns.
Chancellor Kent Syverud today announced the appointment of Brett Padgett, a higher education financial leader and Navy veteran, as Syracuse University’s next senior vice president and chief financial officer. Reporting to the Chancellor as a member of the executive team, he will direct the University’s finance and administration functions. Padgett’s appointment will begin later this summer and was approved by the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees.
Read the full announcement on Syracuse University News.
Kris Klinger, Senior Associate Vice President for Auxiliary Services, announced two changes to the department’s leadership team and named interim leaders to head Drumlins Country Club and the University’s Food Services and Hospitality department.
Eamon Lee Named Interim Executive Director of Hospitality
Executive Director of Hospitality Jon Webster will depart Syracuse University effective July 15, 2022. Webster articulated a forward-thinking vision of Hospitality and Food Services at Syracuse University, and consistently demonstrated his passion for helping the Food Services department grow and flourish. Executive Chef Eamon Lee will step into the interim role as executive director while a search begins for a permanent leader. Chef Lee will continue the work he and Webster began, including a comprehensive review and refresh of residential dining services that will roll out throughout the 2022-23 academic year. He is an enthusiastic member of the Syracuse University community, a man who bleeds orange and will offer steady guidance to the Food Services department throughout the transition period.
Randy King Named Interim Director of Drumlins Country Club
Chris Myslow has concluded his time at Syracuse University as director of Drumlins Country Club. As the club’s Board of Directors begins the search for a new director, Klinger has asked Randy King to step in as the club’s interim director.
King, who has held the role of Director of Operations at Drumlins since April 2022, has previous leadership experience at other country clubs. His willingness to dive in at Drumlins and hit the ground running will ensure that the club’s members, guests, visitors, and neighbors who play golf or tennis, enjoy the pool, dine at the bistro or host an event, tournament or camp will continue to enjoy a first-rate experience. Randy will work closely with department leaders at the club to act as a conduit to relay information and solicit guidance between staff and Klinger and the Drumlins Board of Directors.
Auxiliary Services will provide further updates when permanent leaders for Drumlins and Food Services have been identified.
Pawehmoo Thawtheet, known affectionately as “Ma” by friends and colleagues, came to Syracuse by way of Thailand in the fall of 2007. A native of Burma (now known as Myanmar) and member of the Karen ethnic group, Thawtheet spent the early part of her life in refugee camps in Thailand after her family fled Burma due to its ongoing civil war.
Together with her parents and six siblings, Thawtheet moved frequently among various refugee camps, where she learned the importance of building community, pursuing new skills and learning new knowledge to improve her life.
Read the full story at Syracuse University News.
As the 2022 golf season gets into full swing, Drumlins Country Club Golf Course Superintendent Peter McPartland is up with the sun, leading his crew and tending to the greens, with his puppy, Bogey, by his side.
We caught up with McPartland to learn more about his role at Drumlins, his philosophy on hard work, his passion for golf and how he provides a best-in-class experience for Drumlins members and the Syracuse University community.
Read the full story at Syracuse University News.
Did you know that Syracuse University has been called the most beautiful campus in the nation? Relax on the Quad or tour the magnificent campus art. Check out summer programming at the Community Folk Art Center, and don’t forget all the facilities in the Barnes Center at The Arch, where you can even borrow equipment for a camping adventure!
In recognition of recent gasoline price increases, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rate for the final six months of 2022 —which Syracuse University employees may use to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business purposes.
Beginning July 1, the standard mileage rates will be 62.5 cents per mile for business miles driven (up from 58.5 cents per mile at the start of the year).
Midyear increases in the optional mileage rates are rare; the last time the IRS made such an increase was in 2011.
Employees with questions can contact the Comptroller’s Office at 314.443.3765.
Syracuse University and the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) are proud to present exclusive custom plates for Syracuse alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents, and fans. Show your Orange pride with Syracuse University custom license plates available for any vehicles registered in New York State.
The fee for these custom plates will vary depending on your selected registration options. The DMV offers online ordering and registration renewal to make transitioning to your new ‘Cuse plates hassle-free.
