SU’s African American Studies continues call for resources as Trump plans to defund ‘woke’ studies
Students and faculty in AAS say the department lacks adequate resources and are worried for its future under the Trump administration. Read more »
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AAS faculty ‘stunned’ at new interim chair appointment, had ‘no previous knowledge’
AAS faculty said at a virtual meeting Thursday night that they had “no previous knowledge” of Rolling’s appointment. Faculty were “stunned” about the announcement, as administration had “never met with (them) to discuss this.” Read more »
James Haywood Rolling Jr. named interim AAS chair
James Haywood Rolling Jr, professor of arts education in SU's School of Education, was named interim chair of the African American Studies department Wednesday. His appointment, which starts on May 8, will last for two years. Read more »
Alumni, students advocate for SU’s African American Studies, form affinity group
More than 1,500 alumni are “very concerned” with the state of SU's AAS department. Students, faculty and alumni formed an affinity group. Read more »
Over 20 university senators petition for ‘special meeting’ following Falk renaming
Before Syracuse University’s Senate’s final meeting of the semester began Wednesday, 24 senators signed a petition calling for a “special meeting" about the renaming of the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics. At the meeting, Provost Gretchen Ritter also discussed SU's African American Studies department. Read more »
The African American studies department needs to be valued by administrators at SU
Ultimately, the fate of the AAS department isn't just a matter of academic administration, it's a reflection of our university's commitment to equity and justice. As students and stakeholders, we must demand better and hold our institution accountable. Read more »
Eroding education: The state of African American Studies at Syracuse University
AAS faculty and staff received an email notifying them that their department would have no chair for this semester on Jan. 12, 2024. Read more »
171 years later, Jerry Rescue Day sparks local attention toward social change
Memorialized as a statue in Clinton Square, the event is an “inflection point” in the history of slavery in America. The statue features Samuel May, a white abolitionist; Rev. Jermain W. Loguen, a Black man who previously escaped his own enslavement and William “Jerry” Henry. Read more »
Banned Book Week readout at Bird Library brings visibility to challenged books
Bird Library hosted a banned book read out for Banned Books Week 2022, focusing on children’s literature and the importance of the right to read. Read more »
African American Studies Department should have Black professor to be head of the Department
After its history hiring white people as AAS department chairs, now is a perfect time for university to step in. Read more »
SU junior Madison Tyler awarded 2022 Beinecke Scholar for graduate funding, mentorship
Tyler, a junior double major in African American studies and English, is the third Syracuse University student to be named a Beinecke scholar. Read more »
SU senior aims to use majors to end healthcare inequity for Black community
Jazmine Richardson, a senior African American studies and biotechnology major, now focuses her research on improving health care for the Black community. Read more »
30 years later, Rudy Giuliani's honorary doctorate from SU remains intact
The SU community protested Giuliani when he spoke at the university’s Commencement in 2002. Read more »
SU professors weigh pros and cons of virtual learning during pandemic
Some professors said they learned a lot during the time online, others are happy to be back in person. Read more »
‘A profound problem’: Faculty detail discrimination they've faced at SU
Investigations into campus climate at SU this year found that faculty and staff of marginalized backgrounds experience discrimination on campus. Read more »
Syracuse 8 and THE General Body: A look at SU’s response to past protests
#NotAgainSU has met with university officials throughout the week to negotiate its additional demands. The groups have yet to reach an agreement. Read more »
STEM dominates SU leadership and research, professors say
At SU, scientists occupy most of the university's top research positions. Some professors say that needs to change. Read more »
National Association of Black Journalists President Sarah Glover talks fast news, diversity
National Association of Black Journalists President Sarah Glover graduated from Newhouse in 1996, and she is now a social media editor for NBC Owned Television Stations. Read more »
Eric Darnell Pritchard delivers OMA’s annual Black History Month Commemorative Lecture
Eric Darnell Pritchard, an associate professor of English at the University at Buffalo, delivered the Office of Multicultural Affairs’ annual Black History Month Commemorative Lecture in Schine Student Center Wednesday evening. Read more »
Tanisha Jackson aims to unite city, university through the arts
Tanisha Jackson, a professor of practice in Syracuse University’s department of African American studies, serves as the new executive director of the Community Folk Art Center. Read more »
In Auburn, Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad come to life
The Harriet Tubman Home near Syracuse University offers a strong account of Tubman’s legacy and the Underground Railroad. Read more »
Here’s how SU’s 5 new diversity officers will address issues of diversity, inclusion
SU has appointed five new diversity officers who plan to address diversity issues in their respective schools. They’ll do this by listening to the concerns of the community. Read more »
SU’s College of Arts and Sciences names associate dean of diversity
Kishi Ducre, an African American Studies professor will advocate for underrepresented students, faculty and staff in her new position. She specializes in environmental sociology and justice. Read more »
First-generation SU seniors find inspiration from family as graduation approaches
Supported by loved ones, these first-generation seniors will be the first in their family to receive a college diploma. Read more »
