Syracuse University

Syracuse University's impact on the world cannot be denied. See how our alumni are generating new ideas, new knowledge, and positive change across the nation and around the globe. 

One-on-One with Sean O'Keefe and Jeff Glor
Thursday, 8 p.m.
Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium, Newhouse 3

National security expert and former NASA administrator Sean O'Keefe G'78 will talk with journalist and CBS News correspondent Jeff Glor '97 about his unique experiences in both the public and private sectors.

O'Keefe is CEO of EADS North America, a global leader in aerospace, defense and related services. He previously served as vice president of Washington operations for General Electric, chancellor of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, and as the 10th administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Glor was named news anchor of CBS News' The Early Show in November 2010.  Previously, he served as the anchor of the Saturday edition of the CBS Evening News and a national correspondent for all CBS News broadcasts since Feb. 2009. Alumni may recall Glor's news days in Syracuse as co-anchor and morning news anchor at WSTM-TV.

Is the Best Defense a Good Offense? The Ethics and Politics of Allowing Judges to Advocate Controversial Views
Saturday, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Mike and Debbie Tirico Room (250), Newhouse 3

Hon. Joanne F. Alper ’72, circuit court judge of the 17th Judicial Circuit in Virginia, and Charles Gardner Geyh, one of the nation’s leading authorities on judicial ethics will have a discussion on this issue. Elected officials, interest groups and the media often pressure judges to reveal information about their personal beliefs and to explain how these beliefs affect judicial decision making. Most judges refuse to respond to such pressure in an effort to maintain judicial independence and the appearance of impartiality. Are judges choosing the right path? Would judges better serve the cause of judicial independence if they openly aired their personal views? This special discussion is free and open to the public.

Pioneering Innovation for Sustainability: Food, Shelter, and Community
A Conversation with Rick Fedrizzi and Oren Lyons
Friday, 8 a.m., doors open, light refreshments and exhibits,  program begins promptly at 9 a.m.
Syracuse Center of Excellence, 727 East Washington Street

Central New York is increasingly becoming a nation-leading community in embracing sustainable development and practices. As international leaders and advocates for sustainability, and Central New York residents, Rick Fedrizzi G'87, president, CEO, and founding chair of the U.S. Green Building Council, and Onondaga Nation Chief Oren Lyons '58, H'93 will field questions from the audience in an open dialogue about environmental stewardship, economic vitality, social equity, and global citizenship, as well as the diverse paths they have taken in their careers as advocates for sustainability. The program will be moderated by Shere Abbott, SU Vice President of Sustainability Initiatives and University Professor of Sustainability Science & Policy.

Dream Big: Let Go of Negative Self-Speak and Live the Life You Desire
Saturday, 10 a.m.
Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium, Newhouse 3

Interested in finding ways to live a healthy, balanced life in today's busy world? Attend this candid discussion featuring former supermodel Emme '85, a two-time People magazine "50 Most Beautiful People" honoree, and Nicole Glor '99, national fitness guru and entrepreneur.  Emme is an author, lecturer, clothing designer and nationally recognized advocate for positive body image and self-esteem. Glor, a regular fitness expert on FOX and Friends and the star of seven fitness DVDs, is an AFAA-certified personal trainer, as well as a sought after fitness and yoga instructor.

Veterans Day Ceremony
Friday, 11 a.m.
Hendricks Chapel

Syracuse University will hold a ceremony on Veterans Day to recognize students, faculty, staff, and alumni who serve(d) in the armed forces. Sean O'Keefe G'78, CEO of EADS North America, former NASA administrator will be the keynote speaker. Stacy Pearsall, an Air Force veteran and award-winning photojournalist will act as mistress of ceremony. Pearsall graduated from the military photojournalist program at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communication.

Grammy and Country Music Award nominee Michael Peterson will perform at the ceremony which will culminate in a wreath-laying ceremony on the Quad and raising a Syracuse University flag that has been relayed and flown at various military posts in Iraq and Afghanistan. For more information, visit veterans.syr.edu.

Remembrance Week
Rose Laying Ceremony and Convocation
Friday, 2 p.m.
Place of Remembrance

The 2011-12 Remembrance Scholars will host the annual Rose-Laying Ceremony on Friday at 2:03 p.m. at the Place of Remembrance, located in front of the Hall of Languages. The ceremony will honor the 270 victims, and particularly the 35 Syracuse University students,who died in the terrorist bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, on Dec. 21, 1988.

Following the ceremony, the 2011-12 Remembrance Scholars will be honored during the annual Remembrance Scholar Convocation at 3:30 p.m. in Hendricks Chapel. All are invited to attend. Visit Remembrance Scholars to learn more about our 35 students, our past and present scholars, the scholarship, and the week's events. 

From Sherlock Holmes to CSI:
Fighting Crime and Terrorism with Science
Friday, 3 p.m.
Breed Hall, 105 Life Sciences Complex

Syracuse University has the nation's first program that comprehensively focuses upon research and teaching in forensic and national security sciences. This is your opportunity to learn how Syracuse University's new Forensic and National Security Sciences Institute (FNSSI) is using education and research to combat terrorism. This panel discussion will feature FNSSI's James T. Spencer, Michael B. Sponsler, and Kevin S. Sweder. Visit FNSSI for more information.

The Legacy of Burton Blatt:
Advancing the Rights of People with Disabilities
Saturday, 11 a.m.
321 Crouse Hinds Hall, Burton Blatt Institute

Hear from guest speakers Peter Blanck, University professor and institute chairman; Matthew Saleh L'11; and Brandon Sawyer G'11 about how the Burton Blatt Institute's partnerships and collaborations have led to measurable and positive impact for people with disabilities. Saleh and Sawyer will share their experiences working as disability researchers. Launched at Syracuse University in 2005, the Burton Blatt Institute builds on the legacy of Burton Blatt, former dean of SU's School of Education and a pioneering disability rights scholar, to better the lives of people with disabilities. For more information on the BBI, visit bbi.syr.edu.

40th Anniversary of the Center on Human Policy
Friday and Saturday
Crowne Plaza

The Center on Human Policy will host a two-day conference to celebrate its 40th anniversary and showcase CHP's groundbreaking research, advocacy, and activism on behalf of people with disabilities. For more information and a complete schedule of events, visit chp40.syr.edu.