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Chemistry Professor Presents New Research on Anti-Obesity Drug
An experimental anti-obesity drug could reliably curb appetite and normalize blood glucose levels without causing nausea and vomiting, which are frequent side effects of current weight-loss and diabetes drugs. The new peptide treatment not only reduces food consumption but also…
1st Satellite MindSpa Propels Future of Wellness Forward
As of fall 2022 and thanks to donors Paige and Doug Babcock, the first-ever satellite location of the Barnes Center at The Arch Crowley Family MindSpa launched. Prioritizing student health and wellness without sacrificing time in busy schedules or convenience…
Health and Wellness Survey Opens in Pursuit of Understanding Student Needs
From readily available campus health and wellness resources to looking toward the future through the lens of the Campus Framework’s goal of enriching all aspects of student life, 鶹ƵUniversity is deeply committed to supporting students throughout their evolving wellness…
Prof. Brown Reveals Truth Behind Weight Loss Advice
Harriet Brown, professor of magazine, news and digital journalism in the Newhouse School, was featured on the America Dissected podcast episode “Weight, Weight, Don’t Tell Me.” Prof. Brown appeared on the podcast to talk about the truth behind all of…
Million Milestone: Barnes Center at The Arch Reaches One Millionth Recreation Visitor
Early this fall, the Barnes Center at The Arch welcomed its millionth visitor to the recreation and fitness areas. Ellie Allen, a first-year student in the College of Arts and Sciences, was the proud recipient of the honor and was…
The Power of Holistic Healing and Wellness With Therapist and Entrepreneur Rachel Johnson ’17, G’19 on the ‘’Cuse Conversations’ Podcast
In her work as a therapist, Rachel Johnson ’17, G’19 knew she was making a difference in the lives of her patients. But she also realized her work wasn’t impacting an often overlooked segment of the population when it comes…
Action-Based Programs for Diabetes Prevention, Blood Pressure Management Offered to Faculty and Staff
According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 38% of all U.S. adults live with prediabetes, the precursor to type 2 diabetes, and nearly half (47%) have hypertension, or high blood pressure. While these statistics…
Health, Wellness and Launching Headspace
In the pursuit of enhancing the student experience through supporting student-focused health and wellness, the Barnes Center at The Arch has launched Headspace. As a mobile app wellness leader and through virtual experiences, Headspace helps to create habits supportive of…
Professor Jianshun ‘Jensen’ Zhang Named Executive Director of 鶹ƵCenter of Excellence
鶹ƵUniversity has named a new executive director to lead the 鶹ƵCenter of Excellence (SyracuseCoE) in Environmental and Energy Systems. Jianshun “Jensen” Zhang, a longtime professor in the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS), begins in that role…
Tips for Managing Your Spring (Achoo!) Allergies
Runny nose. Scratchy throat. Watery, itchy, red eyes. Cough, cough. Aaaaaahh-chooooo! What’s up with you? It’s likely you’re suffering from outdoor seasonal allergies. In the Syracuse-Central New York region, a place regularly cited as fairly high on the nation’s list…