Remembrance and Lockerbie Scholars begin the procession to the memorial wall at the Place of Remembrance at the annual Remembrance Rose-Laying Ceremony on campus Oct. 25. The ceremony honors the 270 people, including 35 Syracuse University students, who died in the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, on Dec. 21, 1988, and 2002-03 Lockerbie Scholar Andrew McClune. (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse University Facebook page)
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President Joseph R. Biden Jr. L’68 honored the University’s Artist in Residence Carrie Mae Weems H’17, center, on Oct. 21 as one of the 2022 National Medal of Arts recipients. The medal, the highest award given to artists and arts patrons by the United States government, is bestowed upon individuals or groups who “are deserving of special recognition by reason of their outstanding contributions to the excellence, growth, support and availability of the arts in the United States.” Also pictured is First Lady Jill Biden, at right. (Photo courtesy of the National Endowment for the Arts)
Sitting in solidarity. For 35 minutes, the Remembrance Scholars sat in 35 empty chairs on the Quad, a visual representation of the 270 individuals, including 35 Syracuse University study abroad students, killed in the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 on Dec. 21, 1988. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University’s Facebook)
Professor Robert Murrett from the Maxwell School took a trip with his class to Fort Stanwix and Oriskany (pictured). While visiting these old battlefields, they reflected on the historical significance of each staff section and how it applies or doesn’t apply today. (Photo by Benjamin Schneller)
The Syracuse University Marching Band entertained the crowd at halftime of the Buffalo Bills’ home game vs. the Tennessee Titans on a sun-splashed Sunday afternoon at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse University Marching Band and Sour Sitrus: Orange Pride fan club Facebook page)
The University officially kicked off LGBTQ+ History Month on Oct. 2 at the Intercultural Collective. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)
As part of National Coming Out Day, students and Otto the Orange participated in a Chalk the Quad event. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)
In honor of Indigenous Peoples Day, students came together to make traditional strawberry juice. (Photo by Qianzhen Li ’25)
A quiet and peaceful moment on campus. (Photo by Fatemeh Rezaei, graduate student in the College of Engineering and Computer Science)
The Catholic Center’s apple picking trip this fall featured apples, apple fritters, apple cider, great weather and even better company at Navarino Orchard. (Photo courtesy of SU Catholic’s Facebook page)
Sunset on Sadler and Lawrinson Halls. (Photo by Hyeonji Cho, graduate student in Falk College)
Syracuse University Sustainability hosted a compost and plant propagation event in the Schine. (Photo courtesy of Sustainability’s Facebook page)
The men’s soccer team recently spent some time volunteering with the children at Allen Road Elementary School in North Syracuse. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse Men’s Soccer’s Facebook page)
Crouse College on a delightful fall day (Photo by Candace Johnston, staff member in Bursar Operations)
Attendees of the Seeds and Weeds event in Pete’s Giving Garden learned about native plants and helped harvest seeds. (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse University Sustainability’s Facebook page)
The vibrant colors of fall are starting to show. (Photo courtesy of College of Engineering and Computer Science’s Facebook page)
Hugs all around for Family Weekend 2024 (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University’s Facebook page)
Families came decked out for Family Weekend 2024 this past weekend. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University’s Facebook page)
Students met with potential employers during the University’s 2024 Career Fair, held Sept. 24 in the JMA Wireless Dome (Photo by Charles Wainwright)
The a capella group joined Otto the Orange on the field of the JMA Dome to help announce legendary musicians Billy Joel and Sting performing there in April 2025. (Photo by Vanessa Marquette)
Ret. United States Air Force Col. John L. Litzenberger ’72, was honored at the 59th LetterWinners of Distinction Celebration recently. Litzenberger is pictured here on the left with John Wildhack, director of athletics. (Photo courtesy of Office of Veteran and Military Affairs’s LinkedIn)
Syracuse women’s soccer coach Nicky Thrasher Adams has announced a new team member, signing seven-year-old Lilianna Cavallo through Team IMPACT. Cavallo (center) who has cerebral palsy, is pictured here with the women’s soccer team, was officially introduced at a signing day press conference on Sept. 21. Visit to learn more about Cavallo and Team IMPACT. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse Athletics)
Campus reflections (Photo by Dylan Mills ’28)
Football Head Coach Fran Brown (left), alongside student-athletes from the football team, volunteered at STEAM at Dr. King Elementary School to kick off the program for the 2024-25 school year. Learn more about how you can get involved! (Photo by Chuck Wainwright)
Center for International Services took its annual trip to Niagara Falls. Pictured above are students enjoying the Maid of the Mist. (Photo courtesy of Center for International Services)
Campus is beautiful even on a cloudy day. (Photo by Sandra Costanzo, office assistant, Bursar Operations)
Savion Pollard ’25, second from left, a student in the College of Engineering and Computer Science and U.S. Navy veteran, was honored as the Hometown Hero at the Orange vs. Stanford football game on Sept. 20. Pollard was Micron Technology’s first hire in Central New York. (Photo courtesy of the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs LinkedIn page)
Players from the women’s basketball team joined third-grade students at Dr. Weeks Elementary School for a kickoff of the United Way Book Buddies program, which helps build literacy skills and create a love for reading in K-3 students in the Syracuse City School District. (Photo courtesy of )
Latine Heritage Month kicked off with an opening ceremony and tabling by recognized student organizations on Monday, Sept. 16, in the Schine Student Center. The event was co-sponsored by the Student Association. Check out more events throughout the month. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University’s Facebook page)
The College of Law held a swearing-in ceremony for on-campus and hybrid student attorneys participating in one of six law clinics this fall. (Photo courtesy of the )
Students visit with recognized student organizations during the kickoff ceremony and events for Latine Heritage Month on Monday, Sept. 16, in the Schine Student Center. The event was co-sponsored by the Student Association. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University’s Facebook page)
Syracuse athletics legends faced off on the court for another memorable charity game as part of CBT weekend. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University’s Facebook page)
A star-studded panel discussion called “Breaking Barriers and Empowering Women in Sport” was held by the Falk College during the 2024 Coming Back Together (CBT) Black and Latino Alumni Reunion. From left: Vera Jones ’88, G’91, Andrea Massop Ramos ’85, Chinny Nwagbo ’05, Felisha Legette-Jack ’89, Tatiana Warren ’04, G’06 and Falk Dean Jeremy Jordan (Photo courtesy of the Falk College)
During CBT 2024, participants gathered in the Schine Underground for an event highlighting the impact of the Our Time Has Come (OTHC) Scholarship Program. From left: Ronald J. Taylor ’15, G’16 (moderator and OTHC alumni), Ryan Nkongnyu ’25 (current OHTC Scholar), Kamille K. Stewart ’14 (OTHC alumni), Kalila C. Nelson ’12 (OTHC alumni) and Jada Marie Knight ’25 (current OTHC Scholar and CBT student co-chair) (Photo courtesy of the )
No. 14 Syracuse women’s field hockey weathered a late surge from visiting Lafayette College, getting the game-winning goal with 35 seconds left in the game for a 2-1 win on Sept. 15. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse Athletics)
Perfect orange sunset on the Promenade. (Photo by Rio Harper ’27)
It’s nothing but smiles as alumni reunite for CBT 2024. (Photo by Angela Ryan )
On Wednesday, Sept. 11, Hendricks Chapel will offer the campus community an opportunity for reflection on the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The Main Chapel will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for prayer and meditation in remembrance of those who were affected by the tragedy. (Photo by Amelia Beamish)
The life and selfless service of Jamieson R. Ritter ’19 was celebrated as the Hometown Hero during Saturday’s football game. Ritter was killed in the line of duty on July 4. The University has established the Jamieson Ritter Memorial ROTC Scholarship in his honor. (Photo by Charlie Poag)
On Aug. 31, a new era for Syracuse Football began, which included a new tradition, the Quad Walk, seen above, led by Coach Fran Brown. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse Athletics)
Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and University staff members from the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) pose for a photo on the parade ground at the National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC). The SBA representatives were visiting the NVRC to learn more about the IVMF’s entrepreneurship programs, post-program support and research initiatives in support of veteran small business owners. (Photo by Charlie Poag)
Maxwell’s Executive Degree Programs recently held a welcome BBQ for students, with a surprise visit from Otto the Orange. (Photo courtesy of )
Students in the Department of Creative Arts Therapy created body maps during their recent on-campus residency. The completed body maps included personal affirmations or mottos, representations of stress and strength in the body, and other details. (Photo courtesy of the )
U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Josh Jackson (left) and Assistant Secretary of the Navy Franklin Parker (center) pose with Chancellor Kent Syverud (right). The two senior Navy leaders took part in a roundtable discussion with the Chancellor as part of Navy Week Syracuse to discuss enhancing partnerships between the military branches and higher education, to offer better opportunities for tomorrow’s leaders. (Photo by Charlie Poag)
Link Hall is truly a home away from home for the Vanderwege family! Maureen ’97 and Mike Vanderwege ’96 (far left) met as students in the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS). Their sons Andrew ’25 (far right) and John ’27 are current students. (Photo courtesy of ; )
Members of the U.S. Navy Band Northeast perform for College of Visual and Performing Arts students in the Setnor Auditorium at Crouse College during Navy Week Syracuse. (Photo by Charlie Poag)
Students catch up on a bench near the promenade on the first day of classes. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University’s Facebook page)
Students part of the Living Learning Communities enjoy getting to know each other on the Quad as part of Welcome Week activities. (Photo by Marilyn Hesler)
Unique view outside of Newhouse 3 (Photo by Michael Sullivan ’28)
New students pose for their class photo while making the shape of an S during the Dome Sweet Dome event on the floor of the JMA Wireless Dome. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University’s Facebook page)
The Orange men’s soccer team welcomed its largest home crowd since October 2018 at their Aug. 25 game vs. Niagara, where they dominated in a 3-0 victory against the Purple Eagles. (Photo courtesy of )
New international students enjoy dinner and meeting new friends in Goldstein Auditorium at the Schine Student Center Aug. 20 as part of Welcome Week activities. (Photo by Angela Ryan)
Student volunteers maintain a cheery, positive outlook despite rainy conditions on the first day of move-in. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University’s Instagram account).
attended the Fulbright Pre-Academic Program at Syracuse University’s English Language Institute this summer for four weeks to participate in a variety of workshops, field trips and textual and oral communication courses before matriculating into their degree programs at institutions across the United States. (Photo by Amy McCoy)
New students move into the residence halls with help from orientation leaders, volunteers and the Goon Squad. (Photo by Marilyn Hesler)
Campus is full of life again as students return to campus for the start of Welcome Week. (Photo by Chuck Wainwright)
