Messages from the Office of the Dean
Spring 2021 Dean’s Welcome
Dear Falk Students, Happy New Year! I hope the semester break afforded some time for you to rest and relax after a long and challenging fall semester. The Falk faculty and staff and I are glad to have you back and are here to support you. With that in mind, here are some important reminders as you begin the Spring 2021 semester. Public Health I want to first remind you that Syracuse University and…
Dean Murphy Welcomes Falk Students
Dear Falk Students, Welcome back to campus, returning Falk students! Please join me in welcoming the Class of 2024, as well as our new transfer and graduate students. We’re so glad you’ve decided to join the Orange family. This summer was much different than what we all expected
Falk College shares Racial Justice research guides, resources from SU Libraries
Falk College and the Falk College Dean’s Committee on Diversity and Inclusion highlights racial justice research guides available through the Syracuse University Library. The research guide includes recommended reading and non-print media, resources for parents and educators, resources for taking action and getting involved such as petitions and protests, as well as local organizations, mental hea…
Falk College offers safe spaces to discuss recent racial injustices
The Falk College community stands united with Syracuse University in educating against the ideas of hate and terror that support and maintain systemic racism and social injustices throughout our society. “Falk College is built on the values of social justice. I look to our Falk family—students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends—to be educated, be brave, and be active. I ask you to engage both yo…
Congratulations Class of 2020
Congratulations and best wishes to the Class of 2020 from the students, faculty, staff, advisory boards, alumni and friends of Falk College! The courage and resiliency you have demonstrated in these challenging times prove you are prepared to respond to society’s greatest needs. Now more than ever, our world needs all you have to offer. We look forward to hearing about your achievements as our new…
From the Dean: COVID-19
Dear Falk College Students, A global pandemic impacted your college experience in ways we’ve never faced here at Syracuse University. When the University first transitioned to remote course delivery, we all had to make big changes quickly. It was not what we wanted or what we planned. It was sad. It was frightening. It was really, really hard. Today, nearly two months into social distancing, we ac…
Dean Murphy welcomes Falk students to campus
Wednesday, January 15, 2020 Dear Falk College Students, Welcome back to campus, returning Falk students. And welcome to new and transfer students joining us this spring. We are so glad to have you join our Falk family. I hope that your winter break was filled with family, friends, and loved ones, and plenty of time for both restful and exciting activities. As the Spring 2020 semester begins, I wou…
Falk College Statement Regarding Hate Crimes and Student Activism at Syracuse University
Falk College and its academic and administrative departments unequivocally condemn the racist incidents targeting Black, Asian, and Jewish communities that have taken place on and near our campus in the past week. The College recognizes that these are the most recent incidents of a pervasive problem and we confirm our commitment to anti-racism and social justice. We therefore extend our support to…