Forever Forward
Our historic achievements through the Forever Orange Campaign show what happens when ambition meets ability. We succeeded because we believed in each other and a greater purpose: that a thriving Syracuse University creates limitless potential for everyone. And we’re just getting started.
We’ll continue investing in groundbreaking research, modern facilities and interdisciplinary programs that provide an unparalleled student experience and respond to society’s challenges. We’ll maintain a welcoming, inclusive learning environment that embraces diverse perspectives. We’ll nurture and empower the next generation of creators, innovators and entrepreneurs. We’ll expand our commitment to attracting the best and brightest students regardless of financial need. And we’ll ensure the proud traditions of Syracuse University Athletics carry on, with student athletes competing at the highest levels.
Orange fans join the football team in celebration after Syracuse defeats No. 6 Miami on Nov. 30, 2024.
Orange fans join the football team in celebration after Syracuse defeats No. 6 Miami on Nov. 30, 2024
Creating Champions
Syracuse University Athletics represents more than just competitive sports—it provides transformative experiences that shape lives, build enduring communities and create exhilarating memories that resonate far beyond the game. We’re driven to win games and national championships, while developing exceptional student-athletes who become leaders, significant contributors to society and passionate ambassadors for our Orange community. In the rapidly changing landscape of collegiate sports, we’re committed to elevating the national profile of Syracuse Athletics, attracting the best student-athletes and coaches, boosting the student-athlete experience and consistently competing for championships. Supporting Syracuse Athletics shows more than a love for sports; it’s an investment in the holistic development of our more than 550 student-athletes.
More than 6,700 graduating students embrace their next chapter as Syracuse University alumni during Commencement 2024.
Attracting the Best and Brightest
Scholarships change lives and help students harness their full potential. With 82 percent of students receiving some form of financial aid, Syracuse University is committed to providing more resources and opportunities to alleviate financial burdens so students can focus on their academic pursuits. As we move beyond the campaign, we’ll remain focused on growing the endowment through more scholarships, research funds and other forms of financial support.
More than 6,700 graduating students embrace their next chapter as Syracuse University alumni during Commencement 2024.
Rendering of the Syracuse University Center for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing.
STEM Investment and Expansion
Through a combined $20 million investment by Syracuse University and Onondaga County, plans are underway to launch the Syracuse University Center for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing, which will bring together expertise in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, manufacturing processes, optimization and robotics to advance the science of semiconductor manufacturing. The center is part of a more than $100 million investment to strategically transform STEM and expand Syracuse’s College of Engineering and Computer Science over the next five years.
The new center will position the University and Central New York as a global leader in research and education on the intelligent manufacturing of semiconductors. The announcement came as Micron Technology continues its $100 billion investment in CNY, which is expected to create 50,000 new jobs in the region, including 9,000 high-paying jobs directly with Micron.
Read about the expansionRendering of Micron plant.
Fueling Career Pathways for Veterans
In December 2024 the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University announced it received a transformative $3 million investment from Micron Technology. Funding will support the development of a specialized Semiconductor Hub within the institute’s Onward to Opportunity career training program, designed to connect transitioning service members, veterans and their families with careers in the rapidly expanding semiconductor industry.
Read about the Semiconductor HubRendering of Micron plant.
Empowering Tomorrow's Innovators
Kwang G. Tan G’73 became fascinated with computers as a college student and went on to a highly successful career in the technology sector, working for such notable companies as IBM, HP and Sun Microsystems. His passion for innovative technology is as strong as ever today. Tan recently established the K.G. Tan Professorship, a faculty position in the College of Engineering and Computer Science that will focus on artificial intelligence research. It’s the latest of several transformational gifts to Syracuse University and the Forever Orange Campaign, including support for student scholarships, the Barnes Center at The Arch and the National Veterans Resource Center at the Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Building.
Read about Tan’s gift
2024 ’CUSE50 Alumni Entrepreneur Award winners. (Photo by Chuck Wainwright)
Excellence in Entrepreneurship
In November 2024, Syracuse University honored Orange ingenuity with two days of celebration, networking and a friendly pitch competition as part of the second ’CUSE50 Alumni Entrepreneur Awards.
The ceremony recognized honorees and culminated with a live reveal of the top 10 fastest-growing Orange businesses. The next day, honorees headlined the ’CUSE50 Summit, which allowed students to meet and network with them. The summit also included a “Six for Six” student pitch competition, where the top six campus innovation teams participated in a spirited “Shark Tank”-style format for a “winner take all” $6,000 grand prize selected by ’CUSE50 honorees.
2024 ’CUSE50 Alumni Entrepreneur Award winners. (Photo by Chuck Wainwright)