CDC study shows 1 in 6 American adults binge drink
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Writer archives: Katelyn Faubel
College of Arts and Sciences awards $1.5 million to establish professorship in Jewish studies
The Phyllis Backer Foundation awarded $1.5 million to Syracuse University’s College of Arts and Sciences to create a named professorship in honor of Phyllis Backer. Read more »
Officials: Ride-hailing services have had a minimal effect on Syracuse traffic
Ride-hailing services were legalized statewide in late June. Companies such as Uber and Lyft started expanding into Syracuse this summer. Read more »
Incoming principals to lead 3 Syracuse City School District high schools this year
New principals Brian Kavanagh, Maggie McRobbie-Taru and Tara Jennings previously served in other SCSD positions. Read more »
Official: Euclid Avenue improvement project will move forward this academic year
The project includes the construction of bicycle lanes, an action that has sparked conversation within the community, said Pete O’Connor, commissioner of the Syracuse Department of Public Works. Read more »
A reflection on my abroad experiences
Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel reflects on her time studying abroad in Jordan and how the experience has changed her perspective on life. Read more »
Abroad columnist reflects on international Thanksgiving
Being abroad during one of the biggest U.S. family-oriented holidays poses a challenge for abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel to find ways to celebrate the holiday in Jordan. Read more »
Home comforts particularly missed during holiday season
I officially have a less than a month left here in Jordan. As I begin to countdown the days until I go home to sunny… Read more »
Thinking about the election from outsider perspective is important
Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel asked local Jordanians about their reaction to the results of the 2016 general election and Trump's win. Read more »
Living in Syracuse doesn't have same community feel as Jordan abroad program
Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel sees the pros and cons of being involved in study abroad and other foreign communities in Jordan that don’t have a lot of Jordanian involvement. Read more »
Catcalling becomes part of everyday life in Jordan
Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel discusses the presence of sexual harassment in the patriarchal society of Jordan. Read more »
Traveling to the Southern part of Jordan illuminates a different lifestyle
During her fall break, abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel traveled to places in Southern Jordan where she experienced the life of Bedouins. Read more »
Sizable Jordan refugee population impacts study abroad experience
As the influx of refugees to many countries including Jordan continues to rise, abroad students should be aware of how this population affects their host country as well as the United States. Read more »
Abroad students should research how gender norms affect life in host country
As abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel learns more about how Jordan operates, she realizes the importance of patriarchal rule and gender specific roles in her host country. Read more »
Sudden events can shape any abroad experience
A significant death occurs near abroad columnist Katelyn Fauber's home, and she looks into how those events differ or are similar to those back in the US. Read more »
Weddings represent traditional Jordanian values, difference in cultures
While attending a traditional Jordanian wedding, abroad Katelyn Faubel takes a look at different aspects of the country's marriage culture. Read more »
Visiting less Westernized parts of Amman, Jordan proves valuable
Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel discusses the remainder of her week off for Eid al-Adha and discusses the importance of full immersion when studying abroad. Read more »
Holiday celebrations offer a window into the culture of host countries
Abroad columnist finds that after an extended time off for the celebration of an Islamic holiday, family time together is highly valued in the culture of Jordan. Read more »
Travel restrictions for abroad students in the Middle East
As I am starting to settle into my schedule in Amman, I am beginning to make travel plans for my fall break less than two… Read more »
Learning and understanding a language in a foreign country
Learning a language in the classroom is one thing, but applying the knowledge learned at college when studying abroad can be difficult, abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel learns while studying in Jordan. Read more »
Maxwell partners with 2U to create online Master degree in public administration
The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs is partnering with 2U for an online Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) degree that will begin in 2017. Read more »
Syracuse University among colleges feeling effects of teacher shortage
The number of public classroom teachers has decreased by 8 percent statewide over the last decade. Read more »
Steve Featherstone discusses synthetic marijuana, career as a freelance journalist
Steve Featherstone discussed his career as a freelance journalist and his story about synthetic marijuana at Syracuse University’s Society of Professional Journalists’ event on Wednesday night. Read more »
SU hosts largest job and internship fair of the semester
SU Career Services is hosting the biggest job and internship event this week where students have the opportunity to meet directly with employers. Read more »
