Syracuse's Summer 2025 Outlook
Summer at Syracuse University: A Time for Growth and Community
Syracuse University is a bustling hub of activity during the summer months, offering a wide range of academic programs, special camps, and social gatherings for students, faculty, staff, and the wider community.
The 52nd annual "On My Own Time" celebration honoured faculty and staff artists who create art on their own time, with a reception held for the participants of the exhibition. (Photo by Amy Manley)
Meanwhile, students in the Newhouse School's summer program in New York City joined ABC's "Good Morning America" team as the program moved to a new studio in Hudson Square. (Photo courtesy of Newhouse NYC on Facebook)
A representative from Syracuse Abroad spoke with high school counselors about study abroad programs during the Upstate New York International Counselor Tour. (Photo by Amy Manley)
The College of Arts and Sciences Dean Behzad Mortazavi mingled with staff members during a staff barbeque on the Quad. (Photo courtesy of the College of Arts and Sciences' Facebook page)
Academic enrichment opportunities abounded, with Kasey Laurent, assistant professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering, giving a lesson to students using a wind tunnel during the annual STEM Trekkers summer program. (Photo by Alex Dunbar)
The women's rowing team placed 12th during the 2025 NCAA Women's Rowing Championship. (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse Women's Rowing Facebook page)
High school guidance counselors visited Syracuse University as part of the Upstate New York International Counselor Tour. (Photo by Amy Manley)
Orange flowers were in bloom in front of the Hall of Languages on a summer day. (Photo courtesy of the College of Arts and Sciences on Facebook)
Participants enjoyed games of Jenga and cornhole during SummerFest, an event for students, staff, and faculty to connect and build community. (Photos by Amy Manley)
Even the birds were enjoying the summer weather. (Photo by Amy Manley)
The Spelman College Glee Club performed at Hendricks Chapel's "Return to Community: A Sunday Gospel Jazz Service," the grand finale of Syracuse International Jazz Fest. (Photo by ana gil)
Students in the School of Information Studies presented their research to the SEC Crypto Task Force in Washington, D.C. (Photo courtesy of the School of Information Studies)
A moment of peace and togetherness was found outside Lyman Hall. (Photo by Amy Manley)
Volunteers from the University's Center for International Services helped maintain the South Campus food pantry. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Sustainability on Facebook)
Eleven Falk College students traveled to Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru, as part of the course "Peru and the Human Adaptive Response to Altitude." (Photo by Isabella "Ellie" Petros)
During Maymester, students in the Falk College's Department of Sport Management are participating in an Olympic Odyssey study abroad trip. (Photo courtesy of the sport management department on Facebook)
Even on an overcast day, campus still shone brightly. (Photo by Alana Brooks)
Men's lacrosse coach Gary Gait '90 threw the first pitch during the annual SU Day at Yankee Stadium. (Photo courtesy of the men's lacrosse Facebook page)
A beautiful photo of the Hall of Languages was taken on a summer day. (Photo by Kaustuv Mukherji)
English Language Institute students recently had an excursion to Niagara Falls. (Photo courtesy of the College of Professional Studies' Facebook page)
Members of the College of Professional Studies participated in the 174th Attack Wing Runway 5k at Syracuse Hancock International Airport. (Photo courtesy of the College of Professional Studies' Facebook page)
English Language Institute students posed in front of Niagara Falls during a summer excursion. (Photo courtesy of the College of Professional Studies' Facebook page)
A student researcher presented their research during the annual SOURCE Summer Research Symposium, featuring various topics. (Photo by Amy Manley)
Crouse College is always picture-perfect. (Photo by Amy Manley)
Members of the University community walked in the Central New York Pride Parade in celebration of Pride month. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on LinkedIn)
Exercise science students traveled to Peru this summer as part of the course Peru and the Human Adaptive Response to Altitude. (Photo courtesy of the Falk College of Sport on Facebook)
Student inventors with Invent@SU worked on their prototypes during a recent open house. (Photo courtesy of the College of Engineering and Science Facebook page)
The color pink was admired on campus. (Photo by Lonnie Timmons)
Members of the men's lacrosse team celebrated after securing a spot in the Final Four of the NCAA Division I Championship. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Athletics)
Syracuse University hosts a variety of activities and events during the summer, including pre-college summer college programs, gaming and e-sports summer camp, social events and community activities, and welcome week activities for new students. These activities provide academic enrichment, social engagement, and community involvement opportunities for a broad range of participants.
[1] Pre-College Summer College Programs: On-campus, online, and commuter options for rising high school sophomores, juniors, seniors, and recent graduates to take college-level courses, live in dorms, and participate in campus events. These programs typically last 3 to 6 weeks and offer both credit and non-credit options.
[2] Social Events and Community Activities: Various campus and local events, including social meet-ups, cooking demos, walking tours, and seasonal celebrations like the Camp Talooli 80th Celebration and giveaways in the Syracuse area.
[3] Gaming and E-Sports Summer Camp: A new camp focused on gaming, esports, and game design for middle and high school students. It includes team challenges, arts and crafts, and lessons on digital citizenship. The camp takes place at the Schine Student Center and is linked to the university’s state-of-the-art Gaming & Esports Center.
[4] Welcome Week Activities for New Students: While these primarily occur in late August, they include convocation, brunches, open houses, peer advising, ice cream socials, and campus fairs which may be of interest to newly arriving students during the summer transition period.
[5] An idyllic summer day was captured on Crouse College, with flowers in bloom. (Photo courtesy of the College of Visual and Performing Arts' Facebook page)
[6] Rainbows and joy were abundant at the Central New York Pride Parade. (Photo by CoCo Boardman)
[7] The Orange Juice jazz combo performed in Clinton Square during the 2025 Syracuse International Jazz Fest. (Photo by John Coggiola)
[8] Otto the Orange cheered on faculty and staff at the finish line of the Syracuse WorkForce Run on June 10. (Photo by Amy Manley)
[9] Football coach Fran Brown spoke to high school students interested in sports management and sports analytics at the Falk College of Sport. (Photo courtesy of the Falk College on Facebook)
[10] Syracuse University Libraries marked Memorial Day with an "In Remembrance on Memorial Day 2025" exhibition in Bird Library. (Photo by Amy Manley)
[11] Garden Managers Erica Howard G'26 and Alyssa Quinn G'26 worked on the irrigation system for the newly planted vegetables at Pete's Giving Garden. (Photo by Amy Manley)
[12] The men's lacrosse team clinched a spot in Championship Weekend with a win over Princeton in the NCAA quarterfinals. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Athletics)
[13] Otto marched alongside a contingent of the University community in the Central New York Pride Parade on June 21. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on LinkedIn)
[14] Children enjoyed lawn games at the "Return to Community: A Sunday Gospel Jazz Service" luncheon on the Quad, part of Syracuse International Jazz Fest. (Photo by ana gil)
[15] The cast of "Little Women" performed at Syracuse Stage in the Department of Drama's final performance of the 2024-25 season. (Photo courtesy of the College of Visual and Performing Arts' Facebook page)
[16] The inaugural class of the Bandier Master's in Music Business program met with program director Bill Werde. (Photo courtesy of the Newhouse School on Instagram)
[17] Students kicked around a soccer ball on the Kenneth A. Shaw Quad. (Photo by Amy Manley)
[18] Gospel and jazz music fused together at "Return to Community: A Sunday Gospel Jazz Service," part of Syracuse International Jazz Fest. (Photo by ana gil)
[19] University community members competed in a game of cornhole during SummerFest. (Photo by Amy Manley)
[20] Beekeepers are harvesting honey from beehives on South Campus, with jars available for purchase in the fall. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Sustainability on Facebook)
[21] A beautiful summer day photo was taken of Holden Observatory, the second-oldest building on campus. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Alumni on Facebook)
[22] Physics instructor Sam Sampere and Daphne took a break from physics for some belly rubs on a beautiful campus day. (Photo by Amy Manley)
[23] Libraries staff delivered donated food and hygiene items to the Coach Mac Food Pantry at Hendricks Chapel. (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse University Libraries Facebook page)
[24] A wreath-laying ceremony was held outside Hendricks Chapel in commemoration of Memorial Day. (Photo by Amy Manley)
[25] Students in the Syracuse University Los Angeles program joined other college students on a group hike to the Hollywood sign. (Photo courtesy of Brian Glennon '28)
[26] Syracuse University Libraries hosted the SummerStart resource fair to help first-year students transition to campus life. (Photo courtesy of the Syracuse University Libraries Facebook page)
[27] Students and staff went on a walking tour of Rome landmarks during the School of Education's fully inclusive study abroad experience in Italy. (Photo courtesy of the School of Education on Facebook)
[28] A stunning campus photo of the JMA Wireless Dome was taken during a clear, sunny day. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Alumni on Facebook)
[29] Veteran entrepreneurs attended the annual Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans, receiving guidance from Willie Reddic. (Photo courtesy of the D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families' Facebook page)
[30] Employees participated in a "Get Outdoors" event on the Quad, sponsored by the Wellness Initiative. (Photo by Amy Manley)
[31] A campus tour stopped in front of Carnegie Library on a spring day. (Photo by Amy Manley)
- Students enrolled in the Syracuse University study abroad program in Italy took a walking tour of Rome's landmarks, immersing themselves in the rich history and culture during their academic journey.
- Meanwhile, during the summer, Syracuse University hosted a gaming and e-sports camp for aspiring athletes, offering team challenges, lessons on digital citizenship, and a chance to practice their skills at the state-of-the-art Gaming & Esports Center.
