ESF Calendar of Events
TODAY IS:
Wednesday, June 19, 2013

• Academic Calendar

Add Your Event to the Calendar (login required):

• Login

Main Calendar

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

· Yoga with Alexis

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Adirondack Interpretive Center, Newcomb NY | Event Website
Every Wednesday this month. Join Alexis for an hour of yoga suitable for all. $5/class or $25 for all 6 classes. If possible, please bring your own yoga mat.
Contact: Paul Hai

Thursday, June 20, 2013

· Guided Nature Walk

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Adirondack Interpretive Center, Newcomb NY | Event Website
Guided Nature Walks Every Thursday this month. Our naturalists will lead a hike along our trails to discover the wonders of nature! A new aspect of Adirondack natural history will be featured each week. Please contact us through phone or email for the week's ... Read More
Sponsor: AIC | Contact: Paul Hai

· Biotech Connect Seminar

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | 841 East Fayette Street, Syracuse nY | Event Website
Experiences of a Technical Entrepreneur SCOTT ALLEN, Phd Scott Allen will share how — following his post-doc at Cornell — he started Novomer in 2005. His experience includes managing the diverse challenges encountered in converting a lab-scale discovery ... Read More
Sponsor: CNY Biotech Accelerator |

Saturday, June 22, 2013

· Introduction to fly fishing with Rich Kovacs

9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Adirondack Interpretive Center, 5922 State Route 28N Newcomb, NY | Printable flyer (PDF)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join Adirondack guide Rick Kovacs, Adirondack Fishing Guide, in this installment of our fly fishing series. This session is designed for beginners and intermediates. Various topics will be explored including: Insects important to fly fishing ... Read More
Sponsor: AIC | Contact: AIC, 518-582-2000

Sunday, June 23, 2013

· Sunday Scavenger Hunt

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Adirondack Interpretive Center, Newcomb NY | Event Website
Sunday Scavenger Hunts Every Sunday this month. Come and search the trails for everything from a bird's nest to a cocoon! How many points can you earn over a one-hour time period? Participants with the highest scores win a prize!
Sponsor: AIC | Contact: Paul Hai

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

· Chemistry Seminar - Dr. José Luis Mascareñas

11:00 am - 12:00 pm | 148 Baker Lab
Dr. José Luis Mascareñas, Center for Research in Biological and Molecular Materials (CIQUS) and Department of Organic Chemistry - Universidad de Santiago de Compostela (Spain)- Talk title: Synthetic Constructs for DNA and Protein Binding and Sensing
Sponsor: Department of Chemistry Host: Dr. José Giner | Contact: Jill Winterhalt, 315-470-6855

Wednesday, June 26, 2013

· Yoga with Alexis

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Adirondack Interpretive Center, Newcomb NY | Event Website
Every Wednesday this month. Join Alexis for an hour of yoga suitable for all. $5/class or $25 for all 6 classes. If possible, please bring your own yoga mat.
Contact: Paul Hai

Thursday, June 27, 2013

· Guided Nature Walk

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Adirondack Interpretive Center, Newcomb NY | Event Website
Guided Nature Walks Every Thursday this month. Our naturalists will lead a hike along our trails to discover the wonders of nature! A new aspect of Adirondack natural history will be featured each week. Please contact us through phone or email for the week's ... Read More
Sponsor: AIC | Contact: Paul Hai

Sunday, June 30, 2013

· Sunday Scavenger Hunt

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Adirondack Interpretive Center, Newcomb NY | Event Website
Sunday Scavenger Hunts Every Sunday this month. Come and search the trails for everything from a bird's nest to a cocoon! How many points can you earn over a one-hour time period? Participants with the highest scores win a prize!
Sponsor: AIC | Contact: Paul Hai

Friday, July 12, 2013

· College Information Session for High School Students

9:30 am - 11:30 am | Event Website
Sponsor: Undergraduate Admissions | Contact: Undergraduate Admissions, 315-470-6600

Monday, July 15, 2013

· Thesis Defense -- Stephanie Figary

10:00 am - 12:00 pm | 7 Illick
Exploiting a Natural Experiment: The Impact of an Invasive Zooplankton, Cercopagis pengoi
Contact: Douglas Daley, 470-4760

· College Information Session for High School Students

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Event Website
Sponsor: Undergraduate Admissions | Contact: Undergraduate Admissions, 315-470-6600

· CPT Green Production Module Orientation: Webinar (for registered AM-TEC members only)

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Event Website
This program is intended for registered AM-TEC members only. To register please see the URL link provided.
Contact: Howie Hollander, 315-470-6818

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

· Foundational Competency Training (for registered AM-TEC participants only)

8:30 am - 4:00 pm | The Manufacturers Association of New York (MACNY); 5788 Widewaters Parkway, Syracuse, NY 13214 | Event Website
This program is intended for registered AM-TEC participants only. To register, please see the supplied link.
Contact: Howie Hollander, 315-470-6818

Friday, July 19, 2013

· College Information Session for High School Students

9:30 am - 11:30 am | Event Website
Sponsor: Undergraduate Admissions | Contact: Undergraduate Admissions, 315-470-6600

Friday, July 26, 2013

· College Information Session for High School Students

9:30 am - 11:30 am | Event Website
Sponsor: Undergraduate Admissions | Contact: Undergraduate Admissions, 315-470-6600

Friday, August 2, 2013

· College Information Session for High School Students

9:30 am - 11:30 am | Event Website
Sponsor: Undergraduate Admissions | Contact: Undergraduate Admissions, 315-470-6600

Monday, August 5, 2013

· College Information Session for High School Students

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Event Website
Sponsor: Undergraduate Admissions | Contact: Undergraduate Admissions, 315-470-6600

Friday, August 9, 2013

· College Information Session for High School Students

9:30 am - 11:30 am | Event Website
Sponsor: Undergraduate Admissions | Contact: Undergraduate Admissions, 315-470-6600

Wednesday, August 14, 2013

· Summer Workshop on Research Ethics

TBA | ONGOING —continues through Friday, August 16, 2013 | Further information
NSF-funded, three-day workshop on "Ethics, Culture, and Community-based Environmental Research," for graduate students in Environmental Science, Engineering and related fields, who are planning to conduct field-based research for their dissertation or thesis, ... Read More
Sponsor: Dept. of Environmental Studies | Contact: David Sonnenfeld, 315.470.4931

Friday, August 16, 2013

· College Information Session for High School Students

9:30 am - 11:30 am | Event Website
Sponsor: Undergraduate Admissions | Contact: Undergraduate Admissions, 315-470-6600

Sunday, August 18, 2013

· Ranger School - Students Arrive

· Ranger School - Registration/Orientation

ONGOING —continues through Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Monday, August 19, 2013

· Thesis Defense -- Harrison Bloom

11:00 am - 1:00 pm | 439 Baker
A MODIS-Based Approach to Examine Vegetation Phenology Using Volcanoes as Proxies for Climate Change
Contact: Kenneth Tiss, 470-6747

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

· Hospitality Hour On the ESF Quad

2:00 am - 3:00 pm | ESF Quad, Rain Location: Gateway Building | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Take a minute to breathe and enjoy some refreshments before the Opening Session. Take this opportunity to meet new students and families.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Welcome and Introduction to ESF!

3:00 am - 4:30 pm | SU: Hendricks Chapel | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
A special welcome to camps for new students and their families. This session will include general program information and the opportunity to meet key resources people at ESF. Orientation Leaders and College staff will be available to help answer questions.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Ranger School - First Day of Classes

· Collegewide Graduate Assistant Colloquium on Teaching and Learning

8:00 am - 1:00 pm | Moon Library | ONGOING —continues through Thursday, August 22, 2013 | Event Website
The Graduate Assistant Colloquium on Teaching and Learning describes the culture and expectations of ESF; outlines instructional survival skills and specific teaching-related skills necessary to function effectively as a GA; highlights some of the people and ... Read More
Sponsor: SUNY-ESF Outreach | Contact: SUNY-ESF Outreach, 315.470.6817

· Orientation Move-in at Centennial Hall

9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Centennial Hall | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Move in at Centennial Hall with assistance by the Mighty Movers.
Sponsor: Centennial Hall and Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Centennial Hall Floor Meetings

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | Centennial Hall | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Meet your Resident Assistants, floormates, and mentors, find out additional information about living on campus, and learn about the new and exciting features in Centennial Hall.
Sponsor: Centennial Hall and Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: la, 315-470-6658

· ESF Social Program - Hypnotist and Comedian

9:00 pm | Marshall Auditorium | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Hypnotist Kevin Hurley will dazzle you with his hypnotic skills and make you laugh with his comedic wit. Join your new friends and classmates for what promises to be a great show.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

Thursday, August 22, 2013

· Collegiate Life at ESF

9:00 am - 11:00 am | Marshall Auditorium | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Get psyched! Get re-energized with the Orientation Leader Staff. Welcome from the Dean. You have just become a member of a great community. With this membership come rights and responsibilities and ways for you to be a part of a great community. Join Dean of ... Read More
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Small Group Meeting and Lunch

11:00 am - 12:30 pm | See Small Group Assignment for Location | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Meet with your peers and Orientation Leaders for some fun and inside information. Bring money for lunch.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Faculty meetings and Advising

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm | See locations in Registraion packet | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Obtain information specific to your program of study. You must meet with your curriculum coordinator before you can complete academic registration.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Schedule Adjustment/Textbook Ordering Online

2:00 pm - 4:30 pm | Baker Lab Computer CLusters Room 314 | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Computers are available to adjust your schedule. Orientation Leaders will be available to help you.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· There Is More to My Story

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Marshall Auditorium | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Living in an inclusive and diverse community is one of the most exciting and valuable aspects of college. During this powerful session, you will hear first-person accounts from current students of their initial experience in, and feelings about, the ESF community. ... Read More
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· From Home to the Dome

9:45 pm | SU Carrier Dome | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Learn how to "rock the house" at the Carrier Dome! Resident students will enter the Dome following "There is More to My story" at entrance Gate N (Directly facing SU quad).
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

Friday, August 23, 2013

· Commuter Student Breakfast

8:30 am - 9:30 am | Alumni (Nifkin) Lounge | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Come and meet fellow commuter students, introduce yourself to resources on campus, and find out ways to avoid the "drive-in, drive-out" mentality of commuter living.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· SU Chancellor's Convocation/Lunch on the Turf

10:15 am - 12:30 pm | SU: Carrier Dome | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
This ceremony marks the beginning of your ESF academic career and your partnership with Syracuse University. Chancellor Nancy Cantor and President Cornelius Murphy will preside and address the first year class.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Optional Transfer Day of Service

11:00 am - 3:30 pm | Meet in Moon Library | Orientation Schedule for Transfer Students
Participate in this great opportunity to get to know your fellow students and explore the Syracuse community, all the while making a difference in the lives of others and the environment.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Orange After Dark!

8:00 pm | Su; Su Quad, HBC Patio, Archbold Gymanisum. Rain Location: Schine Student Center, Archbold Gym | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Come to the kickoff event for our year-long late night series. Join us on the Quad for fun games and activities and a build-your-own sundae bar and don't forget to head to Archbold Gym for free massages. human foosball, and more. The more things you try the ... Read More
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

Saturday, August 24, 2013

· Transfer Student Breakfast

7:30 am - 8:30 am | Alumni (Nifkin) Lounge | Orientation Schedule for Transfer Students
Join your classmates and Orientation Leaders for breakfast and conversation. Take a moment to relax and meet other transfer students.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Welcome and Introduction to ESF!

9:00 am - 9:30 am | Marshall Auditorium | Orientation Schedule for Transfer Students
A special welcome to campus for new students. This session will include general program information and the opportunity to meet key resource people at ESF. Orientation Leaders and College staff will be available to answer questions.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Collegiate Life at ESF

9:30 am - 10:15 am | Marshall Auditorium | Orientation Schedule for Transfer Students
Welcome from the Deans. You have just become a member of a great community. With this membership come rights and responsibilities and ways for you to be part of a great community. Join Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Anne Lombard, in this discussion. ESF Academic ... Read More
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Registration 101

10:15 am - 11:00 am | Marshall Auditorium | Orientation Schedule for Transfer Students
Obtain the information you need to register for classes for this and future semesters. You will also be introduced to the how-to's of registering online and internet usage on campus. Note: your registration is not compete until you have attended this session, ... Read More
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Introduction to the Syracuse Community

10:15 am - 10:45 am | Gateway Center | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Students will receive a welcome to Syracuse form community representatives, and also hear about the importance of public service in our community. Groups will be assigned prior to session.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Making a Difference! Community Serive Projects

10:45 am - 3:00 pm | Departing from Standart Lot | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Participate in local beautification and cleanup projects and get acquainted with your local parks. All first-year students will attend with their Orientation Leaders. Commuters are to meet at Hendricks Chapel at 10L15 am for the speaker's session. Bring filled ... Read More
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Small Group Meeting and Lunch

11:00 am - 12:30 pm | See Small Group Assignment for Location | Orientation Schedule for Transfer Students
Meet with your peers from your own program of study and get the inside scoop on registration, courses, and student life. Bring money; your Orientation Leader will go to lunch with you.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Faculty Meetings and Advising

12:45 pm - 2:00 pm | TBA | Orientation Schedule for Transfer Students
Obtain information specific to your program of study. You must meet with your curriculum coordinator before you can complete your academic registration.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Registration and Schedule Adjustment

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Baker Lab Computer Clusters Room 314 | Orientation Schedule for Transfer Students
Computers are available in the Baker Lab Computer Cluster to adjust your schedule. Orientation Leaders will be available to help you.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Feel the Pulse of Syracuse

5:00 pm | Downtown Syracuse. Buses depart from the Schine Student Centers | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Join us as we introduce you to the Pulse of Syracuse. The evening will begin with a Taste of Central New York. You will also be able to explore the many shops and restaurants located in Armory Square while experiencing an eclectic showcase of live music, dance, ... Read More
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

Sunday, August 25, 2013

· The ESf First-Year Experience

11:00 am - 11:30 am | Marshall Auditorium | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Meet your first year faculty and be reintroduced to important campus resources in order to start your first day of classes on the right foot. Learn more about the first year experience at ESF.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Courtesy: Pass It On!

11:30 am - 12:45 pm | Gateway Center | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
During this session we will talk about civility in the classroom through the use of real-life scenarios facilitated by Orientation Leaders and first year faculty.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Lunch on the Quad & Mentor Introductions

12:45 pm - 2:00 pm | Quad | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Eat lunch on our beautiful quad!
Sponsor: Centennial Hall and Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Convocation/Closing Ceremonies

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Marshall Auditorium | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Rejoin your classmates, the College President, Provost, Dena of Student Affairs for a special closing session; a great way to begin your fist week at ESF. Transfers also attend.
Sponsor: Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

· Ice Cream Social

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | ESF Quad | Orientation Schedule for First-Years
Sponsor: Alumni Association | Contact: Laura Crandall, 315-470-6658

Monday, August 26, 2013

· Classes Begin

Friday, August 30, 2013

· College Information Session for High School Students

9:30 am - 11:30 am | Event Website
Sponsor: Undergraduate Admissions | Contact: Undergraduate Admissions, 315-470-6600

· USA Welcome Back Ice Cream Social!!

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | ESF Quad. Rain Location: Nifkin Lounge
This FREE ice cream social serves to welcome back the campus body to a new year! This event is sponsored by ESF's student government, the Undergraduate Student Association.
Sponsor: Undergraduate Student Association | Contact: Maureen Bishop, 315-520-0505

Monday, September 2, 2013

· Labor Day (no classes)

· Labor Day (no classes)

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

· Last day to add a class

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

· USA-Morning Munch!!

8:00 am - 11:00 am | Nifkin Lounge
This event is sponsored by ESF's student government, the Undergraduate Student Association, and offers FREE breakfast to the campus community for as long as it lasts!
Sponsor: Undergraduate Student Association | Contact: Maureen Bishop, 315-520-0505

Friday, September 20, 2013

· Last day to drop a class

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

· Candidacy Exam -- Oral -- Cheryl Whritenour

8:00 am - 10:00 am | TBA
Contact: Janine DeBaise, 470-4776

Friday, October 4, 2013

· Alumni & Family Fall BBQ Weekend 2013

ESF Campus | ONGOING —continues through Saturday, October 5, 2013 | Event Website
Join us for this year's Alumni & Family Fall BBQ Weekend. Mark your calendars for a great weekend in October. A tentative schedule of events is available on-line. This will be a very busy weekend in the Syracuse area as Syracuse Univeristy is also hosting ... Read More
Sponsor: ESF Alumni Association and Office of Student Life | Contact: ESF Alumni Association, 315-470-6632

Monday, October 14, 2013

· Columbus Day (No Classes - Wanakena Campus)

Friday, October 25, 2013

· Last day to withdraw from a class with penalty

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

· Registration for Spring 2014

ONGOING —continues through Friday, November 22, 2013

Saturday, November 23, 2013

· Thanksgiving Recess

ONGOING —continues through Sunday, December 1, 2013

Sunday, November 24, 2013

· Thanksgiving Recess

ONGOING —continues through Sunday, December 1, 2013

Friday, December 6, 2013

· Last Day of Classes

Saturday, December 7, 2013

· Reading Days

ONGOING —continues through Sunday, December 8, 2013

Monday, December 9, 2013

· Final Exams

Tuesday, December 10, 2013

· Reading Day (a.m.)

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

· Final Exams (p.m.)

Thursday, December 12, 2013

· Reading Day (a.m.)

· Final Exams (p.m)

Friday, December 13, 2013

· Final Exams

Saturday, December 21, 2013

· Ranger School - Christmas Recess

Friday, January 10, 2014

· New Undergraduate Orientation/Registration

| Event Website
If you have any questions, call the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership at 315-470-6658 or at studentinvolvement@esf.edu.
Sponsor: Office of Student Involvement and Leadership | Contact: Laura Crandall, 470-6658

Monday, January 13, 2014

· Classes Begin

· Classes Begin

Monday, January 20, 2014

· Martin Luther King Day (no classes)

· Martin Luther King Day (no classes)

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

· Last day to add a class

Friday, January 31, 2014

· Registration for Summer 2014 Classes Begins

Friday, February 7, 2014

· Last day to drop a class

Sunday, March 9, 2014

· Spring Break

ONGOING —continues through Sunday, March 16, 2014

Tuesday, March 18, 2014

· Last day to withdraw from a class without penalty

Saturday, March 22, 2014

· Ranger School Spring Break

ONGOING —continues through Sunday, March 30, 2014

Monday, March 31, 2014

· Advising for Fall 2014

ONGOING —continues through Friday, April 4, 2014

Monday, April 7, 2014

· Registration for Fall 2014

ONGOING —continues through Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

· Last day to withdraw from a class with penalty

Friday, April 18, 2014

· Ranger School - No Classes

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

· Last Day of Classes

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

· Reading Day (a.m.)

Saturday, May 3, 2014

· Reading Days

ONGOING —continues through Sunday, May 4, 2014

Monday, May 5, 2014

· Final Exams

ONGOING —continues through Wednesday, May 7, 2014

· Final Exams

ONGOING —continues through Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Saturday, May 10, 2014

· ESF May Convocation

Sunday, May 11, 2014

· Commencement

Saturday, May 17, 2014

· Ranger School - Graduation