��ϲ�� Views Summer 2025

Monday, June 23, 2025, By News Staff

Group of people at the Central New York Pride Parade, holding an orange '��ϲ��' banner, with rainbow-colored signs including one that says 'GAY' and another that says 'HERE TO STAY."

Members of the University community walked in the Central New York Pride Parade in celebration of Pride month. (Photo courtesy of )

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��ϲ�� mascot Otto the Orange holds a colorful pride flag above their head, with people and other flags in the background, at a Pride month event.

Otto marched alongside a contingent of the University community in the Central New York Pride Parade on June 21. (Photo courtesy of )

Group of people in a parade, including ��ϲ�� mascot Otto the Orange, holding rainbow flags and signs. One sign reads 'GAY' and another person carries an orange '��ϲ��' banner. Participants wear bright clothing and accessories

Rainbows and joy were abundant at the Central New York Pride Parade. (Photo by CoCo Boardman)

Person holding a blue New York Yankees cap with an orange Block S on the side, in a baseball stadium filled with spectators. The person is wearing colorful bracelets.

It was a beautiful day at the ballpark when Orange students, faculty, alumni and friends met up to watch the New York Yankees take on the Baltimore Orioles during SU Day at Yankee Stadium. (Photo courtesy of )

A view of the Hall of Languages at ��ϲ��, featuring its central clock tower and arched windows. The building is framed by green trees on both sides, with orange flowers in the foreground against a partly cloudy blue sky.

Orange flowers are in bloom in front of the Hall of Languages on a summer day. (Photo courtesy of the )

A historic brick building with tall white columns and detailed classical architecture, surrounded by trees and flowering plants in a lush, green setting.

Officially in a summer state of mind. (Photo courtesy of )

A group photo showing eight adults, four seated in the front row and four standing behind them. The background includes a bookshelf with various items and a white wall with partial text visible.

Faculty and staff winners from this year’s “On My Own Time” art exhibition. Pictured clockwise from top left: Ronald Thiele, Scott Samson, Richard Breyer, Joseph Stoll, Kathleen Pascarella, Erin Beiter, Meghan Graham and Marie Luther. Their works were selected by an independent panel of artist judges to be displayed in the finale exhibition at the Everson Museum of Art from Oct. 4-Nov. 9.

A collage of images featuring a group photo, a woven shawl, ceramic art pieces, and an abstract painting. The group photo shows 20 people standing and sitting in two rows. The woven shawl is displayed on a mannequin with a red and black checkered pattern. The ceramic art pieces are white with blue interiors, shaped like abstract bowls or shells, displayed on a shelf. The abstract painting features swirling lines and colorful patterns with hints of floral elements.

A reception was held for the 27 employees who participated in this year’s art exhibition. Clockwise from top left: faculty and staff artists who attended the reception; “Sunrise or Sunset Shawl” (fiber art) by Megan Graham; “Orchid Wail” (mixed media) by Jaime Banks; and “The Middle Way” (porcelain and glass) by Marie Luther.

A group of people standing in a circle outdoors in a grassy courtyard, participating in a group activity. Trees and buildings are visible in the background. The individuals are casually dressed and appear to be engaged in a recreational or team-building exercise.

Employees participate in a “Get Outdoors” event on the Quad, sponsored by the Wellness Initiative for faculty and staff in partnership with Outdoor Recreation. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Three people sitting on a blanket on a grassy area of campus, having a picnic or casual gathering. A large tree trunk is in the foreground, partially obscuring the view. A building with large windows and concrete columns is visible in the background.

Friends and iced coffee on the Quad make for a pretty good summer day. (Photo by Amy Manley)

A group of athletes in orange and blue uniforms with the letter 'S' pose outdoors in front of a wooded area, holding a yellow sign that reads 'NCAA Championships SYRACUSE.

The women’s rowing team placed 12th during the 2025 NCAA Women’s Rowing Championship, the program’s fifth consecutive NCAA Championship appearance. (Photo courtesy of the )

Otto the Orange stands outdoors near a barrier with partially visible text reading 'SYRACUSE WORKFORCE RUN'. Trees and grass are in the background.

Otto the Orange cheers on faculty and staff at the finish line of the ��ϲ�� WorkForce Run on June 10. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Employees are all smiles at the ��ϲ�� WorkForce Run June 10. (Photo by Amy Manley)

A person using a soldering iron on a green circuit board in a classroom or lab environment, with another individual standing nearby observing. The room has fluorescent lighting, green and white walls, and various pieces of equipment on tables in the background.

Student inventors with Invent@SU work on their prototypes during a recent open house. (Photo courtesy of the )

Three individuals in a storage room or pantry filled with shelves stocked with canned goods, cereal boxes, and other non-perishable food items. One person pushes a cart loaded with 'Kleenex' boxes, another stands beside a stack of similar boxes, and a third person observes the activity.

Libraries staff delivered donated food and hygiene items gathered during the “Food for Fines” collection program to the Coach Mac Food Pantry at Hendricks Chapel. (Photo courtesy of the )

Two people standing behind a large Connect Four game board on a table, with alternating blue and teal discs. The scene is set at an outdoor event featuring white chairs and tables draped with orange and white tablecloths. Vases with flowers, a water bottle, and food items are visible on the tables. In the background, more people are gathered under a tent on a grassy area.

Staff members in the College of Arts and Sciences enjoy a friendly game of Connect 4 during a staff barbeque on the Quad. (Photo courtesy of the College of Arts and Sciences’ Facebook page)

Seven men dressed in business attire, including suits, dress shirts, and ties, standing outdoors in front of a building with columns and a large arched window. The background includes a clear blue sky with scattered clouds, street lamps, and a nearby building with glass windows.

Students in the School of Information Studies presented their research to the SEC Crypto Task Force in Washington, D.C.—demonstrating how emerging technology intersects with real-world policy. (Photo courtesy of the School of Information Studies)

Two people crouch in a garden bed, tending to small plants. The person on the left wears a black t-shirt, orange shorts, and sandals, while the person on the right wears a beige tank top, black pants, and white sneakers. Drip irrigation hoses run through the soil, and several young plants are visible. A grassy area, buildings, and parked cars can be seen in the background beyond a fence.

Garden Managers Erica Howard G’26 (left) and Alyssa Quinn G’26 work on the irrigation system for the newly planted vegetables at Pete’s Giving Garden. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Four people seated around a round table under a white tent on a grassy area, with one person in formal attire standing nearby. The table is covered with a white tablecloth and features a small flower arrangement in the center, along with plates of food and drinks. In the background, an open grassy field with trees and buildings is visible.

The College of Arts and Sciences Dean Behzad Mortazavi (far right) mingles with staff members during a staff barbeque on the Quad. (Photo courtesy of the College of Arts and Sciences’ Facebook page)

An art display featuring three framed artworks on a table. From left to right: a painting of a waterfall, a drawing of an octopus on a blue background, and a detailed pencil sketch of a dog's face signed by 'Mason Griffin.' Small placards are placed in front of each piece. The background reveals additional artworks and displays in an exhibition or gallery setting.

The 52nd annual “On My Own Time” celebration highlights the often-unsung faculty and staff artists who create art on their own time. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Students playing soccer on the Kenneth A. Shaw Quad

Students kick around a soccer ball on the Kenneth A. Shaw Quad. (Photo by Amy Manley)

A campus tour stops in front of Carnegie Library on a spring day. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Books, photos of veterans and poppies were part of the Memorial Day exhibition in Bird Library

��ϲ�� Libraries marked Memorial Day with an “In Remembrance on Memorial Day 2025” exhibition in Bird Library. (Photo by Amy Manley)

A memorial plaque with names inscribed on it is mounted on a stone structure. In front of the plaque is a wreath made of red, white, and blue flowers with green foliage and matching ribbons. Trees and part of a building are visible in the background.

In commemoration of Memorial Day, a wreath-laying ceremony was held outside Hendricks Chapel. (Photo by Amy Manley)

A large group of lacrosse players in orange uniforms and white helmets pose together on a field, holding lacrosse sticks. At the center, several players display a banner that reads NCAA lacrosse championships Boston bound. The background features a clear blue sky, trees, and stadium lights.

The men’s lacrosse team poses after clinching a spot in Championship Weekend with a thrilling 19-18 win over Princeton in the NCAA quarterfinals. The Orange secured the program’s 27th appearance in the Final Four, third most in Division I history. (Photo courtesy of ��ϲ�� Athletics)

A group of people in orange jerseys celebrate while holding a large novelty ticket that reads 'Boston Bound.'

Members of the men’s lacrosse team celebrate after holding off the Princeton Tigers to secure a spot in the Final Four of the NCAA Division I Championship. (Photo courtesy of ��ϲ�� Athletics)

Four individuals dressed in 19th-century period costumes perform a dance or theatrical scene on a wooden stage. The backdrop features bookshelves and a fireplace. The performers wear long dresses in light blue, purple, plaid with beige, and mustard yellow.

The cast of “Little Women” perform at ��ϲ�� Stage in the Department of Drama’s final performance of the 2024-25 season. (Photo courtesy of the )

During its Awards and Appreciation celebration in New York City, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management honored its alumni, faculty, staff, recruiters and students who go above and beyond. Pictured are (from left to right) Interim Whitman Dean Alex McKelvie; Matty Simon (Whitman Impact Award); Blake Brossman ’98 (Dean’s Citation for Exceptional Service); Warren Johnson ’20 (Orange Ovation Award); Gisele Marcus-Thomas ’89 (Dean’s Citation for Exceptional Service); Douglas Present ’86 (Jonathan J. Holtz Award); and Tyler Newman ’20 (Orange Ovation Award).

Students gather in front of Buckingham Palace in London, with the grand facade of the palace featuring numerous windows and ornate architectural details under a partly cloudy sky.

During Maymester, students in the Falk College’s Department of Sport Management are participating in an Olympic Odyssey study abroad trip, traveling through four European countries to explore the history, culture and global influence of the Olympic Movement. Pictured here, students pose outside of Buckingham Palace. Follow their journey at . (Photo courtesy of the )

A large historic red-brick building with a tall, pointed tower and several smaller spires, situated on a grassy hill surrounded by trees. A person is walking on a path near the base of the hill under a partly cloudy sky with patches of blue.

Crouse College is always picture-perfect. (Photo by Amy Manley)

A large historic building featuring a tall clock tower and dome, surrounded by trees and a manicured lawn with pathways. Several people are sitting on the grass in the foreground.

A moment of peace and togetherness outside Lyman Hall. (Photo by Amy Manley)

A bird with brown and gray feathers, a reddish-orange breast, and dark wings standing on a lush green grassy field.

Even the birds are happy it’s summer. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Close-up of blooming pink flowers on tree branches, with a historic brick building featuring a tall, pointed tower in the background under a clear blue sky.

We love the color orange, but pink isn’t bad either. (Photo by Lonnie Timmons)

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