Vanessa Salman ’17 is majoring in Political Science with a minor in History in the Maxwell School and the College of Arts & Sciences. She is in Albany, NY this semester as part of the Assembly Intern Program in Albany.

On campus, Vanessa was previously an intern and ambassador for Career Services, a communications and social media assistant in the Maxwell School’s Office of Alumni Relations, communications director for the Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity, and a columnist and staff writer for the Daily Orange. She also participated in the DC Immersion Program and has interned with the U.S. House of Representatives and locally in Rep. John Katko’s district office in Syracuse.

Hi everyone! My name is Vanessa Salman, a senior political science major with a minor in history. My hometown is Stamford, Connecticut, which is about 40 miles north of NYC. I am currently in Albany, NY completing an internship in the New York State Assembly, through the political science department. During my time at SU, I have been involved in many clubs and activities, including Alpha Phi Omega, the Daily Orange and Jerk Magazine, and participated in the Career Services Student Ambassador program. I also work in the Maxwell School’s Alumni Relations department. I can’t wait to share my Syracuse University journey with you all. Stay tuned!

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What is your favorite thing about Syracuse?

I love how uniquely strong and united our Orange alumni network is. In addition to my work with Maxwell’s Office of Alumni Relations, I have been in contact with various alumni from different graduation cohorts and degree programs, and despite these differences between them, they’ve been consistently willing to help SU students in any capacity they can. SU provides so many ways for students and alums to connect, such as the immersion programs and the @WorkingOrange initiative through
Career Services, Orange Central events, and winter break coffee chats through the College of Arts and Sciences Career Services office. I’ve learned that this network is unique, as no other school has this deep rooted pride like the Orange do.

What is your favorite Syracuse memory?

My favorite SU memory would have to be visiting the campus for Own the Dome during my senior year of high school. I had already made my decision to attend, since I applied Early Decision, but it made me even more excited to come back in the fall
for classes! As a first generation college student (and almost graduate), it was so surreal for me to walk around the school that I believed (and still do) would give me the tools to succeed in life.

If you could tell a new or incoming student just ONE thing about Syracuse, what it would be?

SU gives students the platform for exploring their interests — take advantage of it as best as you can! From yoga classes, to political organizations, to major-specific clubs, there truly is something for everyone. If you have a passion or hobby, there is
most likely a club filled with other people who enjoy that activity as well.

One of my first SU experiences was when I participated in Own the Dome during my senior year of high school. Own the Dome is an opportunity for accepted students to sleep in the Carrier Dome and meet other accepted students. There are many fun activities planned for the students, such as a hypnotist show and student performances, such as a capella groups and dance troupes. Since I applied Early Decision, I used this opportunity to get to know my future roommate and the campus better. Plus, not many people can say they’ve slept in the Dome! Funny timing, as today was the last day of #OwntheDome2017! If you have the chance to participate in this event, or to attend any one of SU’s admitted students receptions, I strongly encourage it! -VS

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I did a lot of community service-based work in high school, and wanted to continue that once I got to college. Lucky for me, Syracuse had many organizations to choose from! I joined Alpha Phi Omega, a co-ed community service fraternity, the fall of my sophomore year. APO allowed me to develop leadership skills and do service for the campus and the community around us. One of my favorite projects was baking challah bread for “Challah for Hunger” at @hillelatsu -VS

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As I mentioned in my introductory post, I am currently completing an internship in the NY State Assembly Session internship program in Albany. This program is offered in the spring semester through the political science department, in collaboration with the NY State Assembly Intern Committee. Each student is assigned to an Assemblymember’s office, where they work on legislative research and projects, take meetings on behalf of their members, attend committee meetings, and more. My member has ensured that I have had an enriching experience, and I am thankful for that. I’ve enjoyed getting to know the inner workings of New York State government. One of my favorite things to do in my downtime is walk around inside the Capitol building. The architectural details on every floor are astounding!-VS

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Good morning everyone! Justice Sonia Sotomayor was in Albany the past two days, and it made me think of that time former Justice Sandra Day O’Connor spoke at Chancellor Syverud’s inauguration during my freshman year. I was in awe by her quick-wit and her way with words. It was definitely a moment to remember! As a freshman at the time, I couldn’t believe that such a distinguished woman in history would take the time to come to campus. However I soon learned that SU brings notable people with different interests and accomplishments. -VS

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Being an @artsciencessu and Maxwell student has so many advantages. The Maxwell School is equipped with some of the leading experts in their respective fields. One thing I’ve learned is that professors are always willing to speak with you, regardless of whether they’ve had you in a class. I was interested in the work of a renowned professor in the School, Ralph Ketcham, so I reached out to him. After speaking to him on the subject of the history of democracy, he invited me to take his second year masters seminar. As a junior in college, it was the biggest academic challenge I had faced. It sure was worth it, and Professor Ketcham and I have stayed in touch since. Some of the most memorable classes I’ve taken are Political Conflict with Professor Gavin Duffy, Campaign Analysis with Professor Danielle Thomsen, American Democracy through House of Cards and The Newsroom, and American Culture in the Age of TV, both taught by PhD students. -VS

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The Syracuse area has many learning opportunities for students of all majors and disciplines. Two years ago, I was fortunate enough to intern in Congressman John Katko’s district office, which is located in Downtown Syracuse. From this experience, I was able to gain a different, inside perspective on the community. This photo is from our intern appreciation breakfast, which also happened to fall on my birthday. The Congressman even sang me happy birthday! -VS

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Today begins my spring break! During my sophomore year, I spent it in Washington, DC with @careersu1 for the D.C. Immersion Program. The program, exclusively offered to sophomores, is a week filled with alumni networking, as you visit the various workplaces of our @sualums in the D.C. area, attend a networking reception at @suindcgh, and more! Through this program, we made visits to Google, the Washington Post, and the FBI in Quantico, VA. The trip allowed us to see how expansive and passionate the SU alumni network is. Since the trip, I have spoken about the program to various forums and cohorts of the program. Definitely a great experience for anyone, regardless of your major or academic interests. -VS

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I began writing for the @dailyorange my freshman year. I started out in Pulp, and made my way to becoming a political opinions columnist my junior and senior years. The DO is staffed with so many great writers and editors, and it was an honor to have their guidance. Two of my most memorable DO moments were when @theottoorange posted about an article I did on him (pictured in this post), and watching the first presidential debate with my fellow DO colleagues. When I was in high school, I was editor in chief of our newspaper, @shsroundtable, so it was very important to me to continue writing in college. My former newspaper advisor has even displayed some of my articles on what he calls the “Wall of Fame.” -VS

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Although I am in Albany, I have continued to work for the Maxwell School as the social media and communications assistant in the Office of Alumni Relations. In this role, I manage all of the School’s alumni social media channels, edit our alumni blog, and compose profiles on various high profile alums. It has been such a great experience, and has allowed me to get the full Maxwell experience! One of the most memorable moments I’ve had working for Maxwell was when Ambassador Cunningham visited campus for #orangecentral back in October. It was quite an honor to meet him! -VS

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This marks the end of my takeover. Thank you for following along! I’ve had a blast reminiscing on my time at SU, and looking ahead at my future as an alumna. It’s so hard to believe that this will soon be a reality! In about a month, I will be the first person in my family to graduate from college. I couldn’t thank Syracuse University enough for giving me this invaluable experience. After graduation, I hope to find an opportunity that allows me to combine my passions for politics and communications. With all this talk about graduation, I dug up this photo of my high school graduation cap. One of our school colors was also orange, so I guess you could say I’ve grown to love the color 🍊 -VS (@vanessasalman)

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Fatima Bangura ’17 is majoring Broadcast & Digital Journalism at the Newhouse School with a minor in African American Studies in the College of Arts & Sciences. 

On campus, Fatima is involved with the Orange Television Network, “Mornings on the Hill, ” “Live from Studio B,” and Renegade Magazine. She’s also studied abroad in Jamaica and interned with MSNBC.

Hey everyone, I’m Fatima Bangura, a senior Broadcast & Digital Journalism major at @newhousesu. Originally from Staten Island, NY, but Richmond, VA is my honorary hometown. It’s my last semester at SU and I’m consumed in all things media right now. I’m currently a writer and former features editor for @renegademagsu, SU’s only Black general interest magazine on campus. At @orangetvnetwork_, I collaborate with an awesome team to shoot, edit, and package student performances organized by SU’s various multi-talented student orgs. And I’m a producer for a weekly live morning news show called “Mornings on the Hill”, that not only keeps students in the know on what’s happening on campus, but also showcases the incredible talent in the “Newhouse Mafia.” I will be documenting my experience at SU this week and giving a look into the untold stories and unsung things on campus. So stick with me for more after the break! –FAB #SyracuseU

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What is your favorite thing/part about SU?

I enjoy Orange After Dark events and the commitment faculty and staff to ensure student success. I also appreciate the diverse student groups who host events that highlight non-mainstream culture on campus.

What is your favorite SU memory?

My favorite SU memory to-date is going on the Beyond the Beach short-term study abroad program with Professor Linda Carty. It was my first time out of the United States, and I definitely expanded my knowledge and understanding of how society’s work and look like outside of America.

If you could tell a new or incoming student just one thing about SU, what it would be?

You are ultimately here to learn, to be better, and to earn your diploma. Nothing should stand in the way of that. Syracuse has made me far more aware of the world around me, and I am a better me as a result of it.

 

So my goal is not to be at the anchor desk but instead here: in the control room. Producing live television is my immediate career interest. Through networking at an @nabjsu National Conference and working with the @newhousesu Career Development Center, I earned an internship at MSNBC last summer. It was everything I needed to know news production was the career for me. I enjoy the high energy of breaking news and making decisions on how information is presented to viewers. Producing for @newhousesu “Mornings on the Hill” gives me the opportunity to continue doing at Newhouse what I did at 30 Rock, finding and providing viewers with timely, compelling and balanced information they can use however they chose. All schools at SU have great college-to-career programs, but being proactive is key! I personally meet with career advisors and use CDC resources weekly to make sure I’m on the right track to land my dream job! -FAB #SyracuseU

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The @newhousesu Career Development Center is not only effective in helping students better their chances at getting internships, they also support students in figuring out what career to pursue. I learned about the various communication-oriented student orgs through CDC digital newsletters with general interest meeting information. These organizations cater to everyone from film and documentary lovers, to graphic designers and writers, PR peeps, and obviously, news junkies like myself. Campus involvement builds resumes and relationships. I’ve had great experiences perfecting my videography skills while meeting some of the funniest people on campus. Thanks CDC! -FAB #SyracuseU

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Good morning beautiful people! It’s Day 2 of my @oursyracuseu takeover, and this morning I’m getting in a few more minutes of studying before my web design midterm. The @ischoolsu is my go-to study place; it has constructive and innovative vibes that heighten my productivity. There is always a place to hideout and knockout assignments because it has the most computer labs of any school. I prefer the 020 lab in the basement because it’s quiet and has windows showing the day’s weather and displays abstract, industrial-like artwork students can gaze at while figuring out the next sentence in a term paper or how to fix CSS code for a digital design. I used to think I could only go to Newhouse labs and Bird Library to get work done. But it seems most computers on campus share the same software, so I can access ENPS (a news production software) on a Mac desktop in @newhousesu and on the PC desktops in @ischoolsu. Back to studying. Wish me luck! –FAB #SyracuseU

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It goes without saying @oursyracuseu is a well-rounded university: most of our colleges are nationally ranked, faculty are top-tier in their respective fields, athletic teams are fierce competition, and we have the BEST weather (I love snow! ❄⛄😊) But with all these great things to look forward to, I think another lesser known aspect is how open SU’s campus is. And not just spatially, but students have access to people on campus in high places, like the Chancellor. Esteemed faculty and staff make conscious efforts to reach out to students and get their opinion on ways campus can improve. There are various focus groups and receptions held to make sure the student voice is heard. So if there is a suggestion you’d like to propose or an initiative you’d like to start, it is easy to get faculty consultation and support. –FAB #SyracuseU

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The main reason we decide to go to college is ultimately to graduate and get a job, right? I can tell you first-hand the job search process is daunting. You need to prepare flawless resumes and cover letters, complete various online applications, and most importantly follow through with the HR department or mentor. Everything about internship/job searching includes networking. And while pitching yourself to professional people you don’t really know is quite intimidating (for some), SU does help students conquer half the task. When you walk around different schools, you will inevitably come across a wall or bulletin board with hundreds of posters and flyers advertising different speakers and events happening on campus. This is a great way to put yourself in front of industry reps and have access to people you otherwise wouldn’t think to reach out to. For example, students can talk to Trevor Noah and Anderson Cooper tomorrow and Thursday. Even though, they are not on campus in-person, there is still the opportunity to ask them questions face-to-face. How cool?! These are the kind of grand opportunities SU students get. So don’t ignore the board because there’s too much stuff on it. Be curious! You never know how it might help get you to the next level. -FAB #SyracuseU

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Opportunities are all around! This evening management from E.W. Scripps came to @newhousesu to recruit students for fellowships and job opportunities within their company. It’s all about being aware, proactive, and in the right place at the right time. I am a sucker for networking events like these because it shows the value of my education: @oursyracuseu is so prestigious and accredited that industry executives come to us in search of well-rounded talent. That is a huge deal! Step out of your comfort zone. Remember: no one owes us anything, we have to work smart to make sure our futures pan out as we envision it! -FAB #SyracuseU

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Can you guess what this little gadget is? Hint: VR… It’s a Samsung Gear 360. This little ball of technological joy is possibly the future of the communications industry. Both @newhousesu and @ischoolsu encourage students to dive into new immersive technology and learn how to integrate it into their respective fields. Digital is the new ‘it’ and that’s probably not going to change anytime soon. Think about it: we consume news, entertainment, games, and even buy stuff via smartphones. So it only makes sense for industries to adapt to what their target audiences are doing. SU does a magnificent job of integrating up-and-coming tech devices into curriculum and just getting students interested in what’s new. I’ve had the opportunity create 360 videos at the local zoo and at community centers to give people a virtual experience of a place they’ve probably never been to. It’s immersive! Shout out to SU for nurturing innovation. –FAB #SyracuseU

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SU’s campus culture is diverse and vibrant. Art expression is everywhere: from sculptures of great historical figures to murals painted by students. I personally enjoy the large, colorful paintings in the Schine Student Center. The staircase leading to Underground (the lower level of the Student Center) has some of my personal favorites: like the ‘Cuse graffiti and the vivid expression of melodious and lyrical culture rooted in the origins of Hip Hop music. It’s a beautiful reminder that SU is not a lackluster, uptight environment. It’s very much lively and accommodating to all interests, passions, and hobbies. –FAB #SyracuseU

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At SU, students’ work can go beyond the classroom. I have worked on several projects in class that have been adopted by local organizations. For example, in my short-form production class I collaborated on producing a PSA for the Onondaga County Health Department. When my team and I presented the final :30 spot to the Department, they loved our work so much they decided to launch a statewide multimedia campaign around it and have it air on television! It is an absolute honor to have my work be appreciated and promoted for a larger audience to see. Over the course of my 4 years at SU, I have quality pieces of work for my demo reel. –FAB #SyracuseU

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Pictured above is the Office of Multicultural Affairs, my home away from home. OMA is my personal safe space. Whenever I feel overwhelmed by academics or in need of advice, OMA is always ready to help students. The atmosphere there is very comforting and supportive. And there’s always delicious treats waiting for us. It is extremely valuable to find that safe place on campus because difficult times are inevitable and knowing there are people rooting for you goes a long way. Shout out to @syr_oma for all the love and support! –FAB #Syracuse

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My absolute favorite experience at SU thus far was my short-term abroad program to Jamaica. It was my first time out of the country and immersed in another culture. Prior to the experience, I rarely thought about how people lived in other countries or how other places operated institutionally. But visiting Kingston and Negril, Jamaica was invigorating. The food was authentic, fresh and flavorful. The people were beautiful and eclectic. The scenery was breath-taking. While there, I experienced so many awesome things: I climbed to the top of the Blue Mountains, sang in Bob Marley’s house, and visited Rick’s Café. The program’s purpose was to give students a look into how tourism and capitalism influences Jamaica’s economy. We saw the beautiful parts of Jamaica advertised to tourists and the real cities that everyday people occupy. We attended classes at the University of the West Indies and learned about the local dialects, arts, and culture. I also got to experience first-hand the maxim “When America sneezes, Jamaica catches a cold.” It was immediately obvious that our class were tourists and we were either adored or ignored by the local people. Overall, I learned an incredible amount about life in another nation and made amazing, lasting memories. –FAB #SyracuseU

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Student organizations put on the best events. I’ve met some of my favorite celebs like Oprah Winfrey, Laverne Cox, Anderson Cooper, Judy Smith, Kendrick Lamar and Tracee Ellis Ross at events that were conceptualized and organized by student orgs. Recently, the Student Association planned a day trip taking students to Washington, D.C to experience the highly-anticipated National Museum of African American History and Culture at the Smithsonian. The museum is incredibly difficult to get into because tickets are always sold out. But somehow SA got us in. This was another rich moment I will never forget and thank SU for. Beyond Juice Jam and Mayfest, our student orgs execute the best educational, exhilarating, and memorable events. -FAB #SyracuseU

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Hey everyone! This post marks the end of my @oursyracuseu takeover. I had a great time giving you all a look into my personal experiences at SU. It is all too real that this is my last semester at ‘Cuse, and I will dive into the “real world” in May. I’m a little sad to be leaving, but hey no more papers, no more finals! SU has prepared me for success in both work and life. Now is the time to move onto greater things, but I will always bleed orange! Go ‘Cuse! –Fatima Bangura (@fatimaban85) #SyracuseU

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The Traditions Commission Executive Board took over @OurSyracuseU for Winter Carnival 2017! The team includes: Lauren Chilcott ’17, Kyle Putnam ’17, Kristen Unangst ’17, Megan Wilcox ’18, Carly Kaplan ’19, and Jen Sweet ’17.

Hi there, everyone!!! My name is Lauren Chilcott and I am the Co-President of Traditions Commission. Our e-board will be taking over @oursyracuseu this week and we are so excited to share a bit of our lives with you!! Traditions Commission is a club on campus that keeps traditions alive by organizing Homecoming Week, National Orange Day, and Winter Carnival. Winter Carnival is this week and filled with events that feature lots of orange spirit and even more food :). We hope to see you at our events this week!! – LC

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As I said before, my name is Lauren and I am a senior in TC. I got involved in the group my freshman year, and never left!!! This week is bittersweet for me, as it is the last Winter Carnival that I will be on campus for. This is Otto and I at Trivia night from Winter Carnival last year; I am really looking forward to the rest of the week, because the events bring people from all corners of campus to keep the SU spirit alive. -LC #WinterCarnival #SUActivities

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I am a Psychology and Forensic Science major in the College of Arts and Sciences and I love it! I’m currently taking an awesome criminal justice class, that’s gotten me interested in that direction for post-graduation (yikes). For now, I’m enjoying my last semester on campus and soaking up all the orange spirit I can manage!!! -LC

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Hi everybody! My name is Kyle Putnam and I am the Co-President of Traditions Commission, along with Lauren. TC is one of my favorite organizations on campus, making my role as president especially rewarding. It is so much fun to put on such cool events with the rest of TC and I so enjoy working to make our events as meaningful and fun as possible. -KP

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At Syracuse University, I am a triple major in Economics, Math, and Policy Studies. All of this keeps me pretty busy and I have been searching for the perfect study place on campus forever!!! One of my favorite places to get work done is Panasci Lounge in Schine Student Center. This quiet spot is going to be a bit louder tonight during Trivia Night for Winter Carnival!!! We hope to see you tonight at 8 – there will be awesome prizes and tons of food! See you there!! -KP

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Aside from my schoolwork, I also work as a teaching assistant for a few of the Policy Studies classes that I have previously taken at Syracuse. As a TA, I work closely with professors to provide extra help to students and to provide more one-on-one attention in class. Working to help my peers has been a great way to spend time at SU, and has provided me with an invaluable learning experience! -KP

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Hi everyone!! My name is Kristen Unangst and I am a junior here at Syracuse, studying Finance and Supply Chain Management, with a minor in Global Political Economy. In Traditions Commission, I serve as the fiscal agent and I cannot imagine my time here at ‘Cuse without TC!! My favorite Traditions Commission event is definitely Laser Tag, which will be held this Saturday in Schine Student Center. I hope to see you there, enjoying lots of food and awesome times with your friends without ever having to leave campus!! -KU

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One of the coolest parts of my time here at Syracuse was studying abroad in Hong Kong!!!! I was able to take classes related to my major and intern abroad, but the best part of the trip for me was living in an entirely new city and learning all about the culture there. Hong Kong is so unique and, although I loved every minute there, it’s so wonderful to be back in my orange home 🙂 -KU

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I love every organization that I’m involved in on campus – and one of my favorites is University 100!!!! U100 is a group of tour guides here at ‘Cuse and it’s always a blast to get other students excited about SU, especially on a beautiful day like today! P.S. I hope you all got over to Schine Student Center today to get yourself drawn by the caricature artist!!!! A fellow TC member, Jen, and I had a blast doing so! -KU

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Good morning, Syracuse!!! My name is Megan Wilcox and I am a junior here at Syracuse, studying Communication and Rhetorical Studies. I am the head of marketing for Traditions Commission and I am ecstatic today because the Chili Cook Off starts in just an hour at the HBC Patio!! For those of you who don’t know, The Chili Cook Off is an annual event we hold, where students submit their favorite chili recipes to be judged by our most prestigious chili tasters!! It is an awesome event and open to all students passing by to grab a bowl (or two…or three!) of chili on their way to class. Hope to see you there!!! -MW #WinterCarnival #SUActivities #SyracuseU

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As a Communication and Rhetorical Studies major, I take a lot of classes that involve human interaction and persuasion. Currently, I am taking a presentational speech class where I write and present my speeches to classmates. It’s a useful class that helps to prepare me for my future career. -MW

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An organization especially near and dear to my heart is the A Cappella Council, because I am involved in it myself!! There are quite a few a cappella groups on campus- I am in an all-girls group, Main Squeeze. Traditions Commission and the A Cappella Council present the best (and my absolute favorite) concert of the year- Cozy Cappella! The show starts at 8:30pm tonight in Goldstein Auditorium. Cozy Cappella is packed with a cappella groups performing in PJs, lots of hot chocolate & cookies, and all things cozy!!!! See ya there! -MW #WinterCarnival #SUActivities #SyracuseU

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Hi everyone!!!! My name is Carly and I am a sophomore majoring in Food Studies. I am the Head of Public Relations for Traditions Commission and have been having so much fun all week with our crazy events!!!!!! This picture is from one of the many times Otto joined us at TC and I’m so excited to see him tonight at Glow in the Dark Late Night Skate Night!!!!! The event will be from 9-midnight tonight at Tennity, so make sure to grab some skates before Otto does 🙂 See you there!!!!!!!!!

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As a Food Studies major, most of my classes are based on food-related issues and rules involving food, but my favorites so far are the ones in the experimental kitchens in Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics!!! Every week, we learn different skills and make an array of foods. Today, we made fresh pasta and had a blast!! -CK

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I’m a very spirited person so it’s no surprise that I chose to come to CUSE! Since I can remember I’ve been rooting for SU-it’s in my blood! I came in undeclared and Falk was perfect for that. I’ve been able to take classes in Sports Management, Child and Family Studies and even Public Health!! I’ve finally narrowed it down to Food Studies and I couldn’t be more excited to be here!!!! -CK

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Hi, everybody!!! My name is Jen Sweet and I am a Communication and Rhetorical Studies major. I am a junior and love all things orange, so Traditions Commission is perfect for me. I have been the Vice President of the organization for 2 years and especially enjoy planning and organizing the events that we hold!! Tonight is Laser Tag, which is so cool because we transform Goldstein Auditorium into a huge laser tag play area and have a blast! Hope to see you there tonight at 8 – and bring an empty stomach because we have PLENTY of snacks!! -JS

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Aside from TC, I also work as a Resident Advisor in a dorm on campus! As an RA, I live and work with students on my floor to make sure that they are safe, happy, and utilizing every resource available to them at SU. Being an RA has been especially rewarding for me because a lot of the students on my floor are first-year students. Watching them get involved on campus and become so comfortable here has been the coolest experience and I cannot wait to see what next year has to bring!!! -JS

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Thank you so much for following the TC E-board this week!!!!! We loved showing you a bit of our lives and letting you know how awesome Traditions Commission is! Have a great one and see you tonight in Goldstein Auditorium for Laser Tag!!!!! Go Orange🍊🍊🍊

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Mallory Miller ’17 is studying Sport Management at Falk College and Information Management & Technology at the School of Information Studies (iSchool).

On campus, Mallory is involved with the Sport Management Club, OttoTHON, and Special Olympics New York. She was also part of the winning team of the 2016 MLB College Challenge.

What is your favorite thing about Syracuse?
My favorite thing is SU’s involvement with the Syracuse community and how our learning goes beyond the classroom into the real world.

What is your favorite SU memory?
My favorite memory was waiting in the Dome for 6 hours for the Duke game my freshman year and almost having a heart attack when the game tied in the last second to go to overtime. I think about that game all the time and how the people I sat with are now my best friends but I didn’t know them at all at the time.

If you could tell a new or incoming student just ONE thing about SU, what it would be?
Get involved in the Syracuse community as soon as you can. There’s so much to learn and so many ways to volunteer.

The Syracuse University 100 Lead Team took over @OurSyracuseU! The team includes: Jennie May ’17, Dan Drashinsky ’17, Cassandra Perrin ’18, Lexie Slavin ’17, Julia Arsenault ’18, Isaac Clark ’17, Tahirah Newkirk ’17 and Kristen Unangst ’18.

Good morning from @syracuseu100! We’re the Syracuse University campus tour guides sharing the SU experience with prospective students and families! There’s over a 100 of us however the 8 of us comprise the Lead Team. I love hearing stories from freshmen who remember their SU tour guide. This week we’re taking over OurSyracuseU to share our favorite spots and organizations on campus with you. We also are recruiting! Want to wear the rugby and share your SU experience? Apply today via the link in the bio! -Jennie May ’17

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My favorite tour spot has always been the Orange Grove in front of Carnegie Library. For three years, before I start talking about the Quad, I always point out the names of Syracuse alumni on the bricks. These individuals have given back to SU and with my involvement in University 100 and other organizations, I have been able to meet and talk to some of our amazing alumni. Thank you to everyone who came back for Orange Central this year! Last semester we also had a new addition to the Orange Grove, the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) legacy bench monument. Each year there are new places we are able to talk about to prospective students and that is one of the many reasons why I love @syracuseu100. -Jennie May ’17 #SyracuseU

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After volunteering throughout highschool and my time at Syracuse, I joined the Student Philanthropy Council. We help spread awareness of giving back via time, talent and treasure to the current student body and alumni. Last semester on National Philanthropy Day, Maria Ingaglio ’17, Malcolm-Ali Davis ’18, Kennedy Patlan ’19 and I had the opportunity to engage with current students and faculty to hear (and read) how they give back to SU. At 10am this chalkboard was clean and within an hour we had it filled. As more people added the organizations they volunteer with to the programs they help run, the writing got smaller and smaller. I cannot wait to have another event in Schine to hear (and read) how those around me at Syracuse University are impacting others. These stories are what motivate me to keep moving and doing, like an energizer bunny, since freshman year. -Jennie May ’17 #SyracuseU #SPCinAction

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Hello Instagram! My name is Daniel Drashinsky and I one of the Lead Team Members of @syracuseu100! I am a health and physical education major from Marlboro, NJ, and I am very excited to take over OurSyracuseU. To start off this takeover, I’ll tell you a little about my favorite part of my tour that I give on a weekly basis. I cannot think of a better spot on the tour than Crouse College. The building just adds to the beauty of the architecture of campus, and I believe it is the building that defines Syracuse University (other tour guides may disagree). The building was opened in 1881, and named after John R. Crouse, a wealthy Syracuse banker. The wealth is defintely shown inside the building, as the marvelous statues, prestine stained glass windows, and Romanesque/Gothic appeal make this building an overall gem. This has been my favorite building even before I was a student at Syracuse. When I toured the campus for the first time, as told by my father, I took one look at the building, and my dad said I “had the biggest smile that I have ever seen.” I love being a U100 tour guide because I get to show off Crouse, as well as the other gems of Syracuse University to prospective students and families. If you want to share my love of Syracuse, you should be a tour guide as well! The application is in the bio of the page. Whenever I look at Crouse College, it reminds me of how proud I am to bleed Orange. -Daniel Drashinsky ’17 #SyracuseU

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I am part of the School of Education here at Syracuse. While we are one of the smaller schools and colleges at SU, we have a big impact on campus, in the Greater Syracuse Area, as well as around the globe. We are a national leader in inclusive-urban education, providing children with positive educational experiences to foster growth and success. As a health and physical education major, I get to live my passion each day, teaching students ways to remain healthy and active throghout their lives. During my time in the School of Education, I have been placed in many schools around Syracuse, getting hands on experience with the students at these schools and the teachers. This program is like no other, as no other teacher-prep program places students in schools within their first year! Currently, I am completing my student teaching practicum in health and physical education, taking all of the information I have learned and putting it into practice. There is no greater feeling to have a group of students that you can call your own. Overall, the School of Education has provided me with an experience to help me be an effective health and physical educator, and I am so grateful for that. Want to inspire the leaders of tomorrow, stop by the School of Education at Huntington Hall to find out more! – Daniel Drashinsky ’17 #Proudtobesoe #SyracuseU

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As an athlete in high school, I loved participating in sports and competing against other people. When I came to #Syracuse, I wanted to find a way where I could compete against others, as well as find that team environment that I so deeply missed in high school. All of this changed when I found the Syracuse Triathlon Club. For those of you who may not know the sport of traithlon, it is a multi-sport competition consisting of swimming, biking, and running all in one race. As a runner in high school, this appealed to me, as I always wanted to give the sport the “old college try.” I joined the team in the spring of my first year and I was hooked. I was at the gym 5-6 days a week either training with the team or on my own. The team is very supportive of each other, always having each other’s back and pushing each other’s limit. Since then, I have competed in five triathlons and looking to do many more over the course of my lifetime. We are truly a team, as I have made friends on this team that will last me a lifetime. If you want to push your limits and get in the best shape of your life, start by giving us a follow on the Gram at SU_TRIATHLON and ask to join our Facebook group. This is where we post all our practice schedules, races, as well as team dinners and such. Looking foward to seeing you in the pool, on the bike, or pounding the pavement. As my last post for today, I will leave you with this advice: do not be afraid to try new things, as new adventures can turn into lasting hobbies or memories for the rest of your life. Double D over and out. – Daniel Drashinsky ’17 #SyracuseU

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Hello all! My name is Cassandra, and I am another member of the Lead Team for U100. I grew up in a tiny town called Waterville N.Y. and have dreamed of coming to Syracuse for my whole life (just like my Mom and two older brothers)! Giving tours of campus is one of my all time favorite things- arguably better than thrift shopping or drinking bubble tea 😊 As a tour guide, I’ve gotten to give tours to Chancellor Syverud and the owner of the Mets! For two summers and two academic years, I have loved showing families our campus, particularly the atrium of the Life Science building. There is so much natural light in the atrium, just as there is in all of the labs (an intentional design choice, and built only 8 years ago). I may be biased as a Biology major to love this building so much, but other students can still make use of the comfy chairs and the smoothies in Freshens- my personal fav is the Mango Me Crazy! – Cassandra Perrin ’18 #SyracuseU

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Hello again! Being a Biology major, I’ve taken all sorts of science classes and labs here at SU. One of my favorite and most difficult courses so far has been Anatomy and Physiology, a pre-requisite for most accelerated nursing programs (my next step)! Pictured above is a 40X microscopic view of Human Bone. Although looking at endless amounts of slides can be tiring, images like the one above are so worth it! Studying Bio has been challenging, but more rewarding than I could have imagined. Every day I am more fascinated by the world around me, and by all that my own body can do. As a second semester Junior, I love that not only am I enrolled in an Evolutionary Genetics seminar with just 12 students, but that I also have room to study Mandarin Chinese and take Women’s and Gender Studies electives. -Cassandra Perrin ’18 #SyracuseU

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Good evening friends! For my last post, I wanted to share my experience working as a Resident Advisor. When I originally applied, I had no idea what I was getting into. I knew that for me to earn free room and board, that the job would be exhausting- and it certainly is. What I didn’t realize though was how much I would enjoy it. I live with 36 freshmen, and serve as a strange combination of a parent, academic advisor, babysitter, cheerleader, and friend. We do lots of things together, whether that be just eating dinner or chatting, or some more interesting things like touring the SU Art Gallery or painting pumpkins this past October. Although sometimes I lack some privacy and freedom, the pros of my job far outweigh the cons. I’ve loved being an RA so much that I’ve applied for another higher position- a Mentor Resident Advisor- for this coming year. Of all the things I’ve done with my residents though, the best was getting to give them a tour of campus during their first week. 😊 Thanks so much for reading- and consider applying to become a tour guide! @syracuseu100 is full of incredible people and I’ve made once in a lifetime memories! -Cassandra Perrin ’18 #syracuseu

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Hello! My name is Lexie Slavin and I’m a senior Public Relations major here at SU! I’m so excited to share some things I love about being a student on this beautiful campus! Getting involved on campus has always been extremely important to me. With only 4 years in this magical place, taking advantage of every opportunity I can has been my motto. One organization that has held a special spot in my orange heart is @ottosarmy! Getting involved freshman year seemed so natural to me since I was attending every game I could already. Now, as the current the Vice President, I’ve learned that the community surrounding our teams is so much more than a group of fans. Current students, alumni and those who #BleedOrange share their passion for SU in the best way that they know how: by cheering as loud as possible. Bus trips to other campuses, flag football tournaments in the Carrier Dome, and pep rallies are just a few of the amazing experiences I’ve had being a part of this organization – Lexie Slavin ’17 #SyracuseU @syracuseu100

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My favorite place on campus has and will always be the Carrier Dome. Not only is it the place where you begin and end your SU career, it’s also where I’ve made some of my most amazing memories. One of the first was during the inaugural “Own the Dome” event for my future class. I went thinking it would be a chance to narrow down my college decision and have some fun, but left knowing exactly where I was going to spend the next four years. I’ve since worked at two more of those events and plan to again this spring with newly accepted students. It’s a place that can bring 35,000 orange-wearing people together while also making a few prospective students smile when they do a Dome Stomp. The Dome will always be a key part of my memories at Syracuse. – Lexie Slavin ’17 #SyracuseU

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This picture may not be in a classroom, the semester when it was taken is definitely the time that I learned the most. Studying abroad in London, England in the fall of 2015 will hands down be one of the most life changing and magical times of my life. Not only did I have the chance to take really interesting classes (including British masculinity all about James Bond and Sherlock Holmes), but I was able to discover new parts of myself in new places. I left a more confident person and eager student, ready to learn what else was out there. My favorite weekend trip of the semester was to Copenhagen, Denmark. My grandmother grew up in Odense, a much smaller city in the same country, and I had always wanted to visit. Although I didn’t make it to her home town, I was able to stay with family members who I’d only ever met a handful of times before. Not only were they the most loving hosts, but the best tour guides. I guess it runs in the family! – Lexie Slavin ’17 #SyracuseU

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Hello! My name is Julia Arsenault, another Lead Team Member of U100. I am a Junior on campus from Westborough, MA. At SU, I study forensic science and biology with a minor in child and family studies.My favorite stop on campus is the Schine Student Center. To many people’s disbelief, there is a real fruiting orange tree growing in the middle of central New York! Can you see any fruit? (I found a few!) Schine is the heart of campus and a one stop shop for all things extracurricular. There truly is something for everyone, from accapella to community service, to political groups. Finding an org that peaks one’s interest can be a huge step to a new student finding their niche on campus and making it feel like a personal community. Being a tour guide, I love to emphasize to prospective students how I found my family on campus. Each student has the opportunity to create a unique experience and being a part of an organization like U100 has shaped my time at Syracuse in the most positive way possible! -Julia Arsenault ’18 #SyracuseU

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Being a part of a small community can make this campus feel so much more personal. Throughout high school, I loved participating in every activity I could possibly fit into my schedule. Coming to SU, I had to choose just a few and I was lucky to find OrangeSeeds. OrangeSeeds is a first-year leadership empowerment program that helps freshman and transfer students find their place on campus and allows them the opportunity to grow into leaders on campus. Throughout the first semester, we participate in weekly community service throughout the City of Syracuse, giving us the opportunity to get off the Hill. Second semester, the first-year class plans the largest day of community service on SU campus, known as the “Big Event.” I was lucky enough to be selected to a seed class of 26 first-year students my freshman year and have served on the Executive Board the past two years. OrangeSeeds has given me a community of like-minded individuals who care about their community in the same way I do. Being surrounded by such motivated individuals allowed me to find a family away from home and create lasting relationships at Syracuse. -Julia Arsenault ’17 #SyracuseU

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Happy Friday, Orange Nation! My name is Isaac Clark and I am senior from Wadsworth, Ohio in the Whitman School of Management where I study Finance and Marketing Management. As a tour guide with @syracuseu100, it is without any hesitation that I can say my favorite stop on the tour is the Carrier Dome. The Dome is where I began my career at SU. It was in the Dome during a spring reception where I decided that I was going to attend Syracuse. It was in the Dome where I bonded with my classmates over countless football and basketball games. It was in the Dome where I attended the Career Fair which led to my job that I will start after graduation. And in May, it is in the Dome where I will graduate. Every time I give a tour, I love stopping at the Dome and sharing my Syracuse experience. U100 has afforded me the opportunity to share my story and that is why I am proud to be a member of this amazing organization. Go Orange! -Isaac Clark ’17 #SyracuseU

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As a student in the @whitmanatsu School of Management, I have been exposed to multiple disciplines of business. While I am pursuing majors in Finance and Marketing Management, not only have I taken finance and marketing courses, I have also taken several classes in accounting, management, supply chain, entrepreneurship, statistics, information systems, economics, and several liberal arts courses. Having such diversified exposure has helped me to think analytically and creatively and has ultimately prepared me for my career after graduation as a management consultant. -Isaac Clark ’17 #SyracuseU

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Hi everyone!!!! My name is Tahirah Newkirk, and I am a senior dual majoring in public relations and international relations from Centreville, VA. Following the pattern of this week’s other take over-ers, I am also a U100 Lead Team Member. So what’s my favorite part of the tour? Well, I had to sit on this question for a couple minutes, and then I realized that I would never sit on my favorite tour stop: the kissing bench. The kissing bench was a gift from the class of 1912, and that little stone bench outside of the Hall of Language supposedly has special powers. The story goes something like this: if you kiss your significant other while sitting on the kissing bench, you two will be together forever, but if you sit on the bench by yourself, you will be alone for the rest of your life. Now every group has different people with different senses of humor. Some people find my tours hilarious, while others…well, let’s just say they didn’t fall out of their seats laughing. But the kissing bench is the only stop that I can consistently count on getting at least a chuckle out of people. Knowing that I added a little bit of humor to someone’s day definitely motivates me to give more tours. -Tahirah Newkirk ’17 #SyracuseU

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Syracuse provides a variety of classes taught by many different professors in many different ways. As an international relations major, I have the privilege of participating in Model United Nations (Model UN) as one of my academic courses. For those of you not familiar with Model UN, each participating group is assigned a country to represent. The participants in each group are responsible for learning everything they can about the country they are representing so that they can accurately portray how a country goes about conducting its diplomatic business with other countries. The first year I took the Model UN class, we represented New Zealand. Every class session, we had to show up prepared to answer questions about New Zealand’s history, it’s political landscape, it’s trading partners, and much more. The class is very interactive, and forces you to do a lot of independent research. We take conference preparation very seriously. In addition to the studying you must do, you also must remember to wear your badge and remember your placard, otherwise, like at the conference, you cannot participate. I’ve studied more for this class than I have for any other class I’ve taken at SU, but I loved every second of it. The work you put into the classroom experience pays dividends when you get to the Model UN conference in New York City. Because we prepare so intensely during class time at Syracuse, we have an opportunity to take charge at the conference when it comes to negotiating with other delegations. There is nothing more satisfying than seeing how your preparation helps you handle stressful situations like a true professional diplomat. -Tahirah Newkirk ’17 #SyracuseU

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I knew I wanted to keep playing volleyball when I got to college, but I wasn’t sure how much I wanted to commit to it. Syracuse offers Division I, club level, and intramural levels of many sports. I was initially hesitant to play club volleyball because I was worried the travel could interfere with my academics. The girls at the volleyball table during the club sports fair were also pretty intimidating. I figured I should still go to tryouts. If anything, I would’ve found an awesome group to play intramural volleyball with. I was nervous about even making the team to begin with. In hindsight, I don’t know why because I was definitely one of the better girls at tryouts that year. Now, I can’t imagine my life at Syracuse without the club volleyball team. The team is nothing like it was when I joined freshman year (there are only two other people on the team now who were on the team when I was a freshman). I have only grown to love the sport and my team more and more though. Even on my worst days, I never wanted to skip practice because being on the court and seeing my teammates kept me from stressing myself out to the point where college was no longer fun. Whether we were winning together or losing together (but mostly winning), I always knew that my volleyball team had my back just as I had theirs. -Tahirah Newkirk ’17 #SyracuseU

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Hi there, everyone!! I am another member of @syracuseu100 here to do a student takeover! My name is Kristen Unangst and I am a junior from Lansdale, PA. I am a Finance and Supply Chain Management major with a minor in Global Political Economy. Syracuse is my favorite place on earth, and I cannot wait to share a bit of it with you today!! -Kristen Unangst ’18 #SyracuseU

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I love giving tours on campus because I am always so proud to show my school off and get prospective students hooked on ‘Cuse!! My favorite tour stop is definitely the Kissing Bench. The tradition that goes along with the bench always cracks a smile on even the most subdued visitors, which makes every tour a little more fun!! Legend has it that this bench, donated to the university by the class of 1912, will ensure that you are your significant other will be together forever as long as you sit on the bench together. Don’t worry – this picture was taken of me STANDING in front of the bench, not sitting!! -Kristen Unangst ’18 #SyracuseU

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My absolute favorite student organization on campus is Traditions Commission. Traditions Commission helps to maintain traditions like Homecoming Week, Winter Carnival, and National Orange Day every year. We ensure that every event has the two things that ‘Cuse students always love: free food and Otto!! This picture is from my favorite Winter Carnival event, the Chili Cook-Off, where Otto is always willing to lend a helping hand! -Kristen Unangst ’18 #SyracuseU Thank you all for an amazing takeover week! @syracuseu100 is looking for more tour guides, applications are due Feb. 10!

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Malcolm-Ali Davis ’18 is from Galloway, New Jersey and is studying Information Management & Technology at the School of Information Studies (iSchool).

On campus, Malcolm-Ali is involved with Conversations at Syracuse University, Student Philanthropy Council, Student Affairs Advisory Board, the University Conduct Board and is a Peer Adviser at the iSchool.

Hi everyone! My name is Malcolm-Ali Davis and I am here to do the student takeover this week! I am a Junior, from Galloway, NJ, studying Information Management & Technology in the iSchool! On campus I am a Chair for the University Conduct Board, a member of the Student Affairs Advisory Board and Student Philanthropy Council, a Peer Advisor for the iSchool, the President of Conversations at SU, and the Tennis Captain for Cuse’ Crew. I am also a Dean’s Scholar and an Our Time Has Come/Whitman Undergraduate Scholar. Syracuse University is truly my second home, and I am super excited to share some of my SU experience with you all! Get ready for a fun week! – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #GoOrange #StudentTakeover #OTHC #iSchool #StudentLeader

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What is your favorite thing about SU?

SU is all about community and opportunity. There are so many opportunities for you to become connected to something here, and whatever that thing is, it will have a lasting impact on you, and become the reason why you still return to campus after 10, 25, or 50 years! SU becomes a home to its students, and no matter how much the exterior changes… the core of SU remains the same.

What is your favorite SU memory?

My entire Freshman year, really! I was finding my place at SU and everything was new to me. My older sister was a senior here at the time so I felt right at home.

If you could tell a new or incoming student just ONE thing about SU, what it would be?

SU provides the opportunities; you just have to bring the action. There is always a lot going on at SU, and you can do it all. Ok, maybe not everything, but a lot of things. It’s all about finding balance, and staying motivated. If there is anything you want to do, you can do it, and you should do it… leave no stone unturned!

Malcolm here! Welcome back to Day 2 of my takeover… Today is #GivingCuseDay and in the spirit of philanthropy I made a donation to the @ischoolsu and the Our Time Has Come Scholarship program! On behalf of Student Philanthropy Council, we are tabling today in Schine Student Center to encourage Seniors to make their class act gift of $20.17, and for other students to make a small gift in support of the program on campus that means the most to them. As a Dean’s Scholar and an Our Time Has Come/Whitman Undergraduate Scholar, I have benefitted from the generosity of alumni and SU families, and I pay it forward whenever I can. I come from a family of givers and was always taught that philanthropy isn’t exclusive to monetary donations. So if you can’t give monetarily, perform a random act of kindness, give your time by volunteering at a local non-profit, or lend your voice to a cause! We all have the power to make a difference, we just have to start! – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #BleedOrange #Philanthropy #GivingBack #GivingTuesday #StudentLeader #University #SUAlumni #OTHC #OurTimeHasCome

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One of the best things about attending SU is the diverse course catalogue. Each semester during the course selection process, I always look for the courses that fall under “Selected Topics” as they are courses that explore a topic of special interest that is not covered in the regular catalog. This semester that course for me is HUM 300: Joni Mitchell, in which we “try to get Joni right” as our passionate professor David Yaffe always says. We explore her legendary career as a recording artist, and the personal experiences that shaped her music. Other selected topics courses that I have taken are: Music and Entrepreneurship, Music and Sports, and Music from the Ground Up. My required core curriculum in the @iSchoolsu has given me the tools to be successful in a technology/communications related career, while courses like these have provided me with an academic outlet to learn new things about my passion area, music, that I otherwise wouldn’t know. – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #SUAlumni #JoniMitchell #Humanities #University #StudentLeader #Joni

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Day 3! Last night I attended the final One University reception of this semester, hosted by Chancellor Kent Syverud and his wife, Dr. Ruth Chen. With over 300 registered student organizations at SU, often we go through our years here without knowing what many of these groups are and what it is that they do. These receptions try to reduce that, by bringing together student leaders from these organizations and providing a space for connection and collaboration to take place. Although each organization is unique in its own way, we all have a common goal: enchancing the Syracuse University community and student experience. If we all support each other, then we all can succeed. – M.A.D Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #SUAlumni #TheHill #RSO #StudentActivities #StudentOrganizations #Students #College #Chancellor #University #StudentLeader

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Day 4 – I started today by giving a #PowerRed donation (two units of red cells) at the Red Cross blood drive hosted by the brothers of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. Like many people I was never a fan of needles as a kid, but the high school I attended really taught us the importance of blood donations (especially for someone with an O blood type like myself), so I had to put my fear aside. Now I donate blood whenever I have the chance, which is pretty frequent since there are always blood drives on campus or nearby through the year. I’m proud to attend a University where the student community recognizes the importance of giving blood, especially with a Children’s hospital right down the street. Every two seconds, someone in the US needs a blood transfusion. Let’s all do our part to ensure that blood is available for those in need! – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #SUAlumni #RSO #StudentActivities #StudentOrganizations #Students #College #University #StudentLeader #RedCross #LambaChiAlpha #AmericanRedCross #Donate #BloodDonor #BloodDonation #SaveALife

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All of my friends know that my favorite thing to do (besides perform) is play tennis! Coming to Cuse I was worried about how I would manage to keep playing during the winter months, until I discovered the Co-Curricular program at Drumlins Tennis Club. Since my Freshman year I’ve been able to spend hours upon hours playing there from the Fall through the Spring without ever having to pay! My friend Yaro (pictured) is one of the great instructors that works at the club. A former college player, he motivates me to work harder to become a better player. – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #SUAlumni #Students #College #University #StudentLeader #WorkHardPlayHard #PlayTennis #Tennis #Drumlins

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Day 5: Starting Friday nice and early with ENC 510: Jazz-Funk Combo, a music ensemble through the College of Visual and Performing Arts, that performs locally. Joining this class last semester was one of the best decisions that I have made at SU! I’ve loved Jazz and Funk music since I was a kid, as my dad used to always play it during car rides to pick my siblings up from prep-school and college. What makes this really special is that none of us are performing-arts majors, there’s a mix of iSchool students, engineering students, music industry students, etc. We just have a passion for jazz and funk, and make the effort to fit this into our schedule each semester. Joining the Jazz-Funk combo has given me an outlet to perform the music that I love, with talented students that feel the same. Currently we are rehearsing for our recital on December 11 at 2pm in Shemin Auditorium, if you are in the area please come watch! – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #SUAlumni #Students #College#University #StudentLeader #JazzFunkCombo #JazzFunkBand #JazzBand #FunkBand #Band #Vocal #MusicIndustry #Setnor #VPA

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One of the roles that I am most proud of is being a member of the Student Affairs Advisory Board. The SAAB is comprised of approximately 25 undergraduate, graduate, and law students from various backgrounds. We assist Senior Vice President and Dean of Student Affairs Rebecca Reed Kantrowitz and the broader Division of Student Affairs with input and insight on the student life experience. Being on the SAAB has given me the opportunity to share my experiences and suggestions with those in the Division of Student Affairs that have the power to improve student life and learning, in addition to making other positive changes at the University. I’m a firm believer that in order for the University to expand and improve, the concerns of the students must be considered before any decisions are made that can potentially affect the student community. I am thankful that the administration recognizes that and is continuing to take steps to increase communication and transparency. Just another reason to love SU! – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #SUAlumni #Students #College#University #StudentLeader #StudentAffairs #SAAB #AdvisoryBoard #Board #StudentAffairsAdvisoryBoard #Administration #Policy #Transparency

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Back to Drumlins Tennis Club, this time for PED 277: Advanced Tennis! A 1-credit PED course is a great way to end the week. PED courses are fun, but don’t get them confused with your average gym class. SU offers physical education courses for: Skiing, Horseback Riding, Kick Boxing, Fencing, Yoga, Basketball, and many other sports/activities! Hands-on technique development and training in something you enjoy – for credit… what could be better?If you have the room in your schedule, I recommend you take one… you won’t regret it! – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #SUAlumni #Students #College #University #StudentLeader #WorkHardPlayHard #PlayTennis #Tennis #Drumlins #Sport #PED #PhysicalEducation

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Day 7: Last night I performed at UNICEF’s annual Snowflake Ball in Goldstein Auditorium. This event raised support and awareness for children’s rights, survival, development and protection across the Globe. In college you live in a bubble, and it can be easy to pay less attention to things that happen outside of the University because there is always so much going on here. It is always great to see student organizations making the extra effort to benefit communities outside of SU, knowing that they may not get to see the fruit of their labor in person. For this reason, I perform at almost any function that I’m asked to, in support of these efforts. As an artist we have a responsibility to use our talents for good, and to spread positive messages in ways that words on paper cannot. – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #SUAlumni #Students #College#University #StudentLeader #Performer #Artist #UNICEF #UNICEFCUSE #Singer #Performance #Art #Christmas #Benefit #Philanthropy

A photo posted by OurSyracuseU (@oursyracuseu) on Dec 4, 2016 at 11:08am PST

For my #SendBackSunday post, here’s a pic of me underneath Broken Chair, in front of the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland. This picture is from August 2015, when I traveled through Europe during the Eurotech program. Eurotech is a global experience program through the @iSchoolsu and @suabroad that last 3 weeks and spans ten cities across seven countries. Each year through the Eurotech program, approximately 30 students travel through Europe for site visits at major organizations in order to learn how technology and information are being used to their advantage. These visits also serve as information/networking sessions for students interested in internship or career opportunities with these organizations. My favorite part of Eurotech was seeing and experiencing the cultural differences from city to city and visiting some of the most famous attractions in the world. I visited cities in England, France, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, and Italy in three weeks… it was life-changing! – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #SUAlumni #Students #College #University #StudentLeader #Eurotech #SUAbroad #iSchool #Europe #Travels #Abroad #BrokenChair #Switzerland #Geneva #Art #UN #UnitedNations

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Pictured here with my orange-bleeding parents and Chancellor Syverud at the Legacy Reception during Family Weekend in October. For my final post I thought it would be fitting to go back to the core of my SU experience… familial connection. SU has been a part of my family since my cousin, the late Horace Morris attended as the first African-American scholarship football player in the mid-1940’s. Both of my parents attended SU in addition to my three older siblings. I was able to spend my Freshman year with my sister Destiny on campus as a Senior, I was familiar with the campus, and had connections to many people at SU, in the Syracuse community, alumni network, and even upperclassmen, via my parents and siblings relationships. These factors enabled me to have an extremely smooth transition from High School/home life to college, and I was able to hit the ground running and start building my own SU legacy. It is safe to say that I didn’t choose SU… SU chose me – and I couldn’t be happier that it did. Well that’s all for now folks! Thank you for sharing this week with me, and I hope you enjoyed following my posts! Continue to strive for greatness and be a light in the life of others in addition to your own. – M.A.D #Syracuse #SyracuseUniversity #SU #Cuse #SyracuseU #OurSyracuse #GoOrange #GoCuse #SUAlumni #Students #MalcolmAli #College #University #StudentLeader #Legacy #FamilyWeekend #Family #SyracuseLegacy #SigningOff #Goodbye #Chancellor #ParentsWeekend #Alumni #Alum #Davis6 #Connection

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Shona Beattie is a first year student and is a Lockerbie Scholar from Lockerbie, Scotland.

Each year two students from Lockerbie, Scotland are selected to study in Syracuse for a year and represent the Lockerbie 11, and SU’s commitment to Remembrance.

On campus for only a few months so far, Shona is already involved with a running club and Freedom by Design. In class, she’s studying scuba diving, figure sculpture, architectural drawing for non-majors, foundations of human behavior, world cultures and Chinese.

Hi guys! My name is Shona Beattie and I’m a freshman student from Scotland, studying here at SU for a year as a Lockerbie Scholar along with Sian, who you got to meet last week. For anyone who didn’t know, every year 35 SU students and 2 students from Lockerbie are selected to represent the Pan Am 103 air disaster, the 270 lives lost and the motto of ‘Look Back Act forward’, due to the fact that 35 of those lives were SU Abroad students and 11 were residents of Lockerbie . I grew up on a dairy farm just outside the town – which Sian and I estimate is no bigger than campus – which goes to show how crazy it is for us to get the opportunity to fly across the pond to a place like Syracuse. I’ve been loving it here, and I can’t wait to share it all with you. So to start off the week, here’s a post from the start of our adventure – our time in London, making the most of the fact that we had to travel there to get our visas. While we were there we had the chance to visit Faraday House, home of the SU London Campus, as well as have lunch with a couple of the professors there. If you ever study there I’d recommend paying a visit to a place called Giraffe! Looking forward to spending the week with you all – SB ☺️

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What is your favorite thing about SU?

My favorite thing about SU would have to be the people. Even in my 6 short weeks here I’ve met so many great friends from so many different places. Everyone makes you feel so at home and becomes like a second family so quickly – which makes the experiences and memories you share even better.

If you could tell a new or incoming student just ONE thing about SU, what it would be?

Don’t be afraid to throw yourself into opportunities and push out of your comfort zone, because what have you got to lose compared to the amazing experiences you could have and the great people you could meet?

What does it mean to you to be a Lockerbie Scholar and to be here in Syracuse?

From the first moment that I knew I was coming to Syracuse, it meant a lot to me to be part of something so meaningful and to represent Lockerbie, its loss and its link with SU. However, it wasn’t until I arrived in Syracuse and began to settle in that I realized quite how life changing an experience I was in for. Now a quarter of the way through the shortest year of my life, I have got to know some truly amazing people – starting with the victims and their stories. The Remembrance Scholars, advisors, friends and relatives of the victims and many many more have welcomed us and provided an example of strength, remembrance and unity which has given me a new understanding of Remembrance Week and of the air disaster, and given it a meaning which I would never have been able to understand from wee Lockerbie. Being a Remembrance or Lockerbie Scholar is something that is with you for life, and I will forever be grateful that I have had the chance to be a part of it and honored that someone believed I was up to the task of embodying the spirit of those lost and doing their dreams justice by acting forward in their memory.

Happy Halloween! 🎃 A good way to get free decorations and have some fun is to participate in residence hall activities organised by the RAs – my roommate and I painted these mini pumpkins in Sadler. Traditionally in Scotland and Ireland it was turnips that were used for lanterns before pumpkins were introduced – even when my parents were young people struggled to get hold of pumpkins – but now we’ve all embraced the American tradition. – SB #SyracuseU

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Starting off November with a beautiful day ☀️ The quad always seems to be a nice place to sit, relax and people watch if you’re not rushing through on your way to class, and to me it’s the heart of campus. The Syracuse fall hasn’t disappointed either, I’m definitely going to miss the colours back in grey Scotland next year! 🍂 – SB #SyracuseU

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This weekend was family weekend, and my family made the most of an excuse for a holiday to New York! After showing them campus we made the 2 and a half hour trip to Niagara Falls, and they got the chance to experience some more of the attractions of Upstate New York and the setting of Syracuse. I forgot to bring my passport so we only got to see the American side, but it was still stunning – SB 🌊👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 #SyracuseU

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This is a picture from Walnut Place on my walk to work. Sian and I are both receptionists at @suabroad, so we get to hear about all the cool places people are heading. There is somewhere for everyone, with 8 Syracuse University centres abroad and over 60 world partner programmes. Feel free to pop in if you want to know more! Hearing about all the exotic places, as well as the picturesque walks make the early mornings worth it. – SB 🌍✈️#SyracuseU

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Introducing the @surunningclub🏃There are tons of clubs to get involved in on campus and its great to be part of something. For me it always helps to run with others, and joining a club is also a great way to meet new people. Come along to practice Monday Wednesday and Thursday at 5.30 or on Tuesday at 7. This picture is of the team at regionals last weekend🥇- SB #SyracuseU

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The Hall of Languages is too pretty for me to have resisted posting 😍 I remember seeing it in pictures from way before I’d even applied to Syracuse, and when I finally got to see it in real life it still took my breath away. The wall of remembrance is also right in front of this building, where the names of the 35 Syracuse students killed on Pan Am Flight 103 are displayed, so it’s a pretty special place – SB #SyracuseU

A photo posted by OurSyracuseU (@oursyracuseu) on Nov 3, 2016 at 6:03am PDT

An assignment for one of my classes is to draw a section of Carnegie Library, which was a great excuse to explore the beautiful building. The surroundings and the peace and quiet also make it a great place to be productive. As Lockerbie scholars the credits we get here aren’t really counted into our degrees at home, which means we get the chance to sample a lot of cool classes SU has to offer. A few that I’m taking this semester are scuba, figure sculpture and Chinese. This assignment was from my architectural drawing for non majors class, which is one of my favourites as I’m hoping to study architecture next year – SB #SyracuseU @syracuseulib 🖊️📐

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I can’t believe it’s already been a week since the Rose Laying Ceremony – one of the traditions of Remembrance Week, where all the scholars lay a rose and pay respects to the victim of Pan Am 103 whom they are representing 🕊️ I don’t think any of us were truly prepared for the emotions involved, but it was a really special day – and for all of us although the hecticness of Remembrance Week is over, it will always be close to our hearts. The week made me even more grateful for being here, the opportunities I’ve had and the amazing people I’ve met along the way. If you didn’t make it this time I’d definitely recommend going along next year, because I can’t do it justice with words – SB #suremembrance2016 #SyracuseU @suremembrance

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Today I’m in NYC thanks to the honors program, who offered up a free day trip and organised buses to the city. This morning we all spent some time at either the Guggenheim or the Met, and the afternoon is free for us to explore. I chose the Guggenheim museum, as you can maybe guess from the picture. This trip is one of the many benefits of being part of the honors community at SU. – SB #SyracuseU 🍎

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Rock the Dome on Friday was so good 😍 The 1975 (pictured) , Oh Wonder and 070 Shake came to Syracuse for the concert organized by @universityunion – one of the largest student organizations on campus. Thanks to them we have events like Juice Jam, Mayfest and also things like film screenings and speakers, so look out for more great events. – SB #SyracuseU

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Signing out with the clocks an hour back and winter creeping up on us☃️ Remembrance Week was such a special experience, and now I’m looking forward to embodying the spirit of ‘Look Back Act Forward’ and making the most of my year! It’s been great sharing with you the start of this through some of the things I love about Syracuse and thanks for spending the week with me. Goodnight! – SB #SyracuseU

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Sian McLaughlin is a first year student and is a Lockerbie Scholar from Lockerbie, Scotland.

Each year two students from Lockerbie, Scotland are selected to study in Syracuse for a year and represent the Lockerbie 11, and SU’s commitment to Remembrance.

On campus for only a few months so far, Sian is already involved with Ottothon, First Year Players, and the Shanti Yoga Club. In class, she’s studying scuba diving, figure sculpture, fiction writing, human sexuality and Latin.

Morning SU! My name is Sian McLaughlin and I’m a Lockerbie Scholar from Scotland. I’m here with a fellow scholar to study for one freshman year, to experience SU and work with the 35 Remembrance Scholars here. I’m here in honor of the victims of the Pan Am 103 flight which was bombed over my hometown, Lockerbie, on the Christmas of 1988. The plane carried 259 passengers, 35 of which were Syracuse students travelling back from a semester abroad. The plane fell upon my town, and we lost 11 of our residents. This scholarship is a meaningful and once in a lifetime opportunity for me, so I’m really excited to share my experience of our Remembrance Week and my other participation on campus. Check out @OurSyracuseU this week to learn more about why I’m here and what I do here! Meanwhile, here’s a picture of myself and Shona Beattie the day we were selected for the scholarships.

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What is your favorite thing/part about SU?

My favorite thing about SU is the spirit – whether I’m meeting new people, spending time with friends, or going to a game, the Syracuse spirit is so evident and uniting for students. I find this heartwarming as an international student, and feel it makes meeting new people all the more easy and exciting.

If you could tell a new or incoming student just ONE thing about SU, what it would be?

Never let there be an awkward silence – fill it, speak to people you don’t know and be outgoing. You never know who you’ll meet or who they’ll become to you. Also, first impressions are almost always wrong.

What is your favorite class to date?

I find it hard to choose, but I particularly love my Fiction Class because it’s a workshop, so it’s about working as a team to help one another build on a personal hobby. I also love Scuba because it’s challenging but rewarding.

What does it mean to you to be a Lockerbie Scholar and to be here in Syracuse?

It is still hard to fully comprehend that I have been selected to study in a place which once lost 35 of its students to the same tragedy that cost my hometown 11 residents – and much more. The communities of Lockerbie and Syracuse united in pain, and from this have become stronger than they were before; to be a part of this is really special to me and an opportunity for me to not only experience this community with which my hometown has bonded with all my life, but to help bring justice to the victims of the disaster and learn of who we lost that night. Working with the Remembrance Scholars to express the passion we share for looking back on the victims’ lives and acting forward in their memory, is really heartwarming. I am so lucky to be welcomed by SU from all the way across the Atlantic, and to witness how much the community here cares for my hometown. Being among now 52 young people from Lockerbie who have become part of both communities really shows, despite the horrendous acts of terrorism, the ability people have to grow stronger when united.

 

Yesterday marked the first day of SU’s Remembrance Week 2016! As part of this, you may have noticed this display of seats on the quad which represent the seats on flight Pan Am 103 which belonged to the 35 Syracuse students. By the end of this week we will be releasing dove balloons in honor of each of the students lost. This semester, Lockerbie and Remembrance Scholars have been meeting weekly to organise and produce Remembrance Week as well as surrounding projects. The events run everyday for this week and can be found at http://remembrance.syr.edu/event/

A photo posted by OurSyracuseU (@oursyracuseu) on Oct 24, 2016 at 4:16pm PDT

SU’s Shanti Yoga Club runs from 3pm-4pm every Sunday in the Ernie Davis fitness studio, for all levels including beginners! This was my first experience of a yoga class, at the first session last Sunday.

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“Best view at SU”: Here’s one of last week’s sunsets across Syracuse from one of my favorite spots on campus – Lawrinson Penthouse. Lawrinson is one of the largest residences on campus with around 600 students. It was the second tallest building in Syracuse when it was built, and the largest reinforced concrete structure in NY state 🌞

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It’s already day 4 of Remembrance Week! Tonight there will be an Interfaith Dialogue: “Islamophobia on Campus” at 6:30 PM in Noble Room Hendricks Chapel. There will be also be Dinner & ASL interpretation available. Today we use #unity to post what it means to us. #SURemembrance2016

A photo posted by OurSyracuseU (@oursyracuseu) on Oct 26, 2016 at 8:08am PDT

A throwback to a few weeks ago when Shona and I decided to try out SU’s Tennity Ice Pavilion at the Bollywood themed night – even though Lockerbie is a very small town, it has an ice rink which both served a big part in our childhoods. SU’s Ice Pavilion did not disappoint in rekindling our love for ice skating ⛸ if you’re looking for a cheap (or often free) night on the ice, check out the events coming up. Their Skate til’ Midnight sessions are free admission and half price skate hire, running every Friday and Saturday night of the semester.

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Being among now 52 young people from Lockerbie who have studied in at SU over the past 26 years is a massive privilege – becoming part of both communities really shows, despite the horrendous acts of terrorism, the ability people have to grow stronger when united. Andrew McClune, a Lockerbie scholar in 2002, had the same privilege and shared the same passion for Remembrance as Shona and I do. Andrew’s life was cut short during his time here, and so in memory of the outgoing and positive person he was, we continue not only to remember the 11 lives lost in Lockerbie, but the fellow Lockerbie scholar who was also dedicated to remembering them and was taken from us too early. Join us at the Rose Laying Ceremony tomorrow at 2.03pm (the time of the disaster, US time), where we will remember each of the victims for who they were, as well as Andrew McClune. #SURemembrance2016

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On Sunday we started Remembrance Week with a Candlelight Vigil. Today we have our Rose Laying Ceremony – stop by here at the Place of Remembrance at 2.03pm to hear about the lives of the students SU lost in the Pan Am 103 flight, and to hear a bit from Shona and I about the impacts in Lockerbie and who we lost. We will be laying roses in memory of the victims🌹#SURemembrance2016

A photo posted by OurSyracuseU (@oursyracuseu) on Oct 28, 2016 at 8:23am PDT

Today was the most meaningful day of our Lockerbie Scholarship so far. Thank you to everyone who attended Rose Laying or the Convocation, may we look back on the lives we lost 28 years ago, act forward in their memory and in the face of terrorism. Well done to this year’s amazing Remembrance scholars 💛 #SURemembrance2016

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A shot from last night’s opening reception of “The Apperceived Mass” art exhibition in Smith Hall. My figure sculpture professor Aysha Hamouda worked in collaboration with Jonathan Aprea and Antone Dolezal for this exhibition, all graduate students at SU – this picture shows how they used string and photography with ultraviolet light 💡

A photo posted by OurSyracuseU (@oursyracuseu) on Oct 29, 2016 at 10:51am PDT

Just as my week on OurSyracuseU has come to an end, Remembrance Week 2016 has finished and left me with this little family of amazing people. To be a Remembrance Scholar is the highest honor an undergraduate student can receive, and to the Lockerbie Scholars like Shona and I they are lifelong friends in the most unique way. I’ve really enjoyed showing a bit about what I do and what Remembrance Week is. I hope you enjoyed my week on here – thank you & I look forward to seeing Shona start her takeover tomorrow 📷 – SM #SyracuseU

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