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Bee Love on Campus Enhances University’s Sustainability Measures

What’s the buzz? On South Campus and all across Syracuse University, it’s native plants to support pollinators of all varieties. And that is just one part of the University’s efforts in sustainability management.

Melissa Cadwell, sustainability coordinator in Sustainability Management, spearheads that support and helps move the University forward in its vision of instilling a culture of sustainability on campus. Cadwell has worked at the University since 1987.

Other work in the unit has focused on working with students in Sustainability Management’s internship program on a variety of projects, including Bee Campus USA and Pete’s Giving Garden.

Read the full story at Syracuse University News.

Student Volunteers With the Food Recovery Network Fight Waste and Feed People

After the dining centers close, as most students are scattering back to their residence halls, to the library to study or toward other late-night activities, volunteers with the Food Recovery Network (FRN), a student organization comprising members from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) and Syracuse, spring into action.

The premise of their work is simple: to recover as much leftover, untouched food as possible from on-campus dining centers and deliver it to its eight partner agencies located throughout the greater Syracuse community. In 2021, FRN volunteers recovered 21,985 pounds (almost 11 tons!) of food, contributing around 18,320 meals to neighbors in need.

Read the full story at Syracuse University News.

Food Services Named Student Employment Department of the Year

Recognizing student employees and supervisors who have consistently exhibited hard work and dedication in their roles, on April 18, Student Employment (’Cuse Works) presented students and staff with the Graduate Student Employee of the Year Award, Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year Award, Student Employee Supervisor of the Year Award and Department of the Year Award. The awards are part of the celebration of 2021-22 National Student Employment Week.

’Cuse Works encouraged campus community members to nominate undergraduate and graduate student employees who have made an impact on campus through their work, as well as the student employee supervisors and departments who have made a difference in the student employee experience. Winners were decided by the Student Employment Recognition Committee.

Syracuse University Receives STARS Silver Rating for Sustainability Achievements

Syracuse University has earned a STARS Silver Rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). The Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) measures and encourages sustainability in all aspects of higher education.

STARS, a self-assessment, incorporates data accuracy processes that improve report quality, protect the credibility of the program and provide a fair and transparent means for resolving questions about the accuracy of reported data.

Read the full story at Syracuse University News.

Local Business Owners, Job Seekers Invited to University’s Go Local Career and Vendor Fair April 28

The University is hosting a Career and Vendor Fair Thursday, April 28, as part of its “Go Local” economic initiative. The event will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Oncenter Convention Center ballroom, lower level, 800 S. State St., Syracuse.

Local business owners can meet with University purchasing managers to identify opportunities to see how their goods and services can supply the needs of the University. Individuals can attend to check out and apply for one of the hundreds of job openings at the University.

Those interested are asked to register for the event.

Read the full story at Syracuse University News.

Syracuse University to Rename On-Campus Stadium, Readies Next Phase of Transformation

For more than 40 years, the Carrier Dome has been synonymous with Syracuse University and Orange Athletics. Carrier’s historic 1979 gift represented the first naming agreement for a major stadium in college sports, and one of the first in all of sports. More than four decades later, Carrier, whose support was instrumental in creating one of the most iconic and electric sports and events venues, has agreed to allow Syracuse to rename its stadium, effective May 1.

Read the full story at Syracuse University News.

Meg Lowe leaves SU after spreading sustainability awareness, community engagement

When Syracuse University’s campus bee hives were damaged by a car in July 2021, Lisa Olson-Gugerty was amazed by her colleague Meg Lowe’s determination to help move the hives to a secure location, despite the 90-degree heat and an injured wrist.

“(Lowe) made sure everything was running smoothly,” said Olson-Gugerty, an associate teaching professor at SU’s Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics. “Every step of the way, she has been there in supporting me beyond what anyone would expect a colleague at work to do.”

Lowe will be leaving her role as a sustainability coordinator at SU this Friday, which happens to be Earth Day. She will be joining Montera Health, a health care company, as a graphic designer.

Read the full story on dailyorange.com.

Syracuse University’s 2022-23 Budget Includes Largest-Ever Commitment to Student Financial Aid, as Well as a Decrease in Board Rates

Allocating nearly $327 million to student financial aid, Syracuse University’s 2022-23 budget prioritizes financial assistance for promising students who aspire to be part of the growing Orange community. The figure reflects a nearly 9% increase in student financial aid, and is also supported by the ongoing success of the Forever Orange Campaign, which has broken all previous University records for fundraising to support student access and success.

“This historic investment in financial aid will allow the University to offer a distinctive experience to diverse students from across the socioeconomic spectrum,” says Ryan Williams, vice president for enrollment services. “We are looking forward to welcoming a talented new cohort of students and our returning students when the Fall 2022 semester gets underway. Returning students have persevered despite pandemic-related challenges. This investment in financial aid helps ensure that they earn their degrees in a timely manner.”

Read the full story at Syracuse University News.

April 2022 Construction Update

As we head toward the end of the semester, I hope everyone can take time to enjoy the start of spring, even as this is one of the busiest times of year. This is also the time that Campus Planning, Design and Construction (CPDC) prepares for its summer work on campus. There are many renovations and major projects planned throughout campus that will enhance the student experience, academic experience and overall enjoyment of our beautiful campus.

It is important to keep our campus community informed regarding our upcoming projects. As we have done in the past, an information session to share our planned utility and site work for the summer is scheduled for today. Everyone from our campus community is invited to attend. The session will take place at 4 p.m. in the K.G. Tan Auditorium in the Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Building, home of the National Veterans Resource Center.

Read the full update at the Campus Facilities and Administration Services page.

Information Session on Summer Campus Utility, Site Work to Be Held Monday, April 18

The campus community is invited to attend an information session highlighting summer utility work and site improvements planned for Main Campus.

The information session will take place Monday, April 18, at 4 p.m. in the K.G. Tan Auditorium in the Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Building, home of the National Veterans Resource Center.

All are welcome to join to learn about planned improvements to campus utilities and sites taking place this summer.

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