iSchool Launches New Hub For Public Libraries Research
At a time when public libraries face mounting operational and community-support challenges, ideas on how to innovate new offerings are most welcome, says Prof. Jill Hurst-Wahl.
Social Media and the Midterms to be Topic of Final Social Media and Democracy Seminar
The final installment of the Social Media & Democracy seminar series will examine the impact of social media on the 2018 midterm elections.
School of Information Studies Dean Search Committee Appointed
Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Provost Michele G. Wheatly has announced the formation of a search committee for the next dean of the iSchool.
First Smart Cities Working Seminar Planned
The first in a two-year series of working seminars and meetings that will explore the broad space of ‘smart cities’ has been planned for November 7.
Hemsley Explores Virality and Dribbble at CCDS Research in Progress Talk
Prof. Jeff Hemsley’s current research looks at a website and forum popular with graphic designers, “Dribbble,” which uses a sports-metaphor theme and is called a “show and tell for designers.”
44 Projects Showcased at iSchool’s First Research Day
Organized by Ph.D. students Mahboobeh Harandi and Sarah Bratt the half-day function set aside space and time to generate greater awareness of the topics iSchool faculty and students are investigating.
“Boost the ‘Cuse” Day of Giving Brings $42k for iSchool Dean’s Fund
An online, crowd-funding-style program, Boost the ‘Cuse allowed donors to choose from a range of schools, colleges, and initiatives at Syracuse to support.
Wang to Talk Drones, Research at Boston Alumni Event
Yang Wang will be joined by Newhouse School faculty member Dan Pacheco to share information about the use of drones in research and teaching efforts across campus and beyond.
Awards & Recognition Program Honors 5 Alumni
The Alumni Office at the iSchool held its 3rd Annual Alumni Awards & Recognition Luncheon during Syracuse University’s Orange Central alumni weekend festivities on Friday afternoon.
8th Annual It Girls Retreat Brings High-Achieving High Schoolers to Campus
The 8th Annual It Girls Overnight Retreat took place on campus on Sunday, October 14 & Monday, October 15, bringing a group of high-achieving high school junior & senior girls to Syracuse University.