Spring Break
The Daily OrangeNews
Bio Bucks: Stem cell research funding in California inspires Gov. Spitzer to initiate N.Y. research efforts
By Eric Meyers
The University of California at San Diego is using stem cells to develop new therapies for Alzheimer's disease. Stanford University is researching both a cure for deafness and a cardiovascular tissue graft. The University of California at San Francisco is busy constructing a fate map of the human embryo.
Comptroller to retire: After 27 years, an internally experienced accountant to take post
By Matt Reilly
After serving as Syracuse University's comptroller for more than 27 years, Bill Patrick made the decision to retire, effective June 30. Rebecca L. Foote, currently the director of financial analysis, will assume the position of comptroller the next day. "I couldn't be happier because it's something he wants to do," said Lou Marcoccia, SU's chief financial officer and executive vice president.
Cantor signs pledge committing SU to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
By Nikki Wargo
Syracuse University joined more than 70 other schools in a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions when Chancellor Nancy Cantor signed the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment during Spring Break. As global warming and greenhouse gases continue to be the subject of national debate, Cantor pledged to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at SU and take a leadership role in the surrounding Syracuse area with the signing.
Steinem examines feminine history, criticizes modern media ownership
By Erin Curran
Gloria Steinem, who for more than three decades has remained one of America's most recognized and revered feminists, addressed the current loosely defined state of feminism, the struggles within news media and the importance of looking to the past as society embarks on the future in her speech Tuesday at Hendricks Chapel.
