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s at Syracuse University Class of 2020 Commencement events to be held Sept. 17-19 Syracuse University will host a Commencement ceremony—delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic—and other celebratory events for the Class of 2020 during the weekend of Sept. 17–19. Commencement will be held Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. at the Stadium. This University-wide ceremony, where Syracuse University Chancellor and President Kent Syverud will formally confer degrees, is for all undergraduate, graduate and doctoral candidates. Doors open at 8 a.m. Following Commencement, all 2020 Newhouse graduates and their families are invited to join Dean Mark J. Lodato and the faculty and staff for a celebratory reception. The event will include a dean’s welcome, recognition of participating graduates and an opportunity to reconnect with faculty. A precise time and location will be announced soon; stay tuned for details. For more information about Commencement activities for the Class of 2020, see the event listing . Photo Gallery: 2024 Newhouse Convocation Ceremony The Newhouse School celebrated the Class of 2024 at the Convocation Ceremony on Saturday at the JMA Wireless Dome. Take a look back at the special afternoon. Congratulations to our graduates! Weijia Jiang G’06, senior White House correspondent for CBS News, delivers the keynote address at the 2024 Newhouse Convocation Ceremony. (Syracuse University photo/Angela Ryan) Left: Newhouse students descend stairs to get to the JMA Wireless Dome floor. Right: The stage party, followed by faculty and staff, begin the procession to start the ceremony. (Photos by Genaro C. Armas) Samantha Parrish (light blue stole) and fellow seniors Corey Chun and María Nido sing the national anthem as the stage party watches. (Syracuse University photo/Angela Ryan) Left: Gloria Rivera gives the graduate student address. (Syracuse University photo/Angela Ryan)/Right: Newhouse Class Marshals (from left) Annie Levin, Sophia Darsch and Nicole Aponte. (Photo by Genaro C. Armas) Left: Adam Peruta, director of the advanced media management master’s program and associate professor of magazine, news and digital journalism, is shown speaking on the video board after receiving the Class of 2024 Faculty Award from seniors Annie Levin and Murphy McFarlane. Right: Jared Dowling is shown on the video board delivering the undergraduate student address. (Photos by Genaro C. Armas) Jiang returned to Syracuse to deliver the featured address at convocation after graduating in 2006 with a master’s in broadcast journalism. (Syracuse University photo/Angela Ryan) Dean Mark J. Lodato greets Class of 2024 graduates on stage before they pick up their diplomas. (Syracuse University photo/Angela Ryan) A Newhouse student smiles as she holds up her diploma. (Syracuse University photo/Angela Ryan) Reflecting on My Year at Newhouse Thinking back, I can vividly remember how I tried to prepare for what my year at Newhouse would look like…especially boot camp! I asked my program director and a current MND student so many questions as I really wanted to know what I was walking into. I’ll admit, I like having a plan for everything, but one thing graduate school has taught me is that not everything will go according to plan. I’ve come to learn that it’s okay because I’ve had the opportunity to have so many amazing experiences that I could have never planned for! Sarah Merke For starters, the friends I’ve met at Newhouse have been unbelievable. In such a short amount of time, I have created long-lasting friendships. The community of your friends and your cohort is so crucial in a fast-paced program that includes so many late nights. I still remember my cohort helping one another out during man-on-the-street interviews in the summer or the night we all got together in the library to complete our Data Journalism final (what a class!) Through my friends, I’ve learned the importance of self-care and creating a work-life balance in grad school. It’s not always easy but a simple trip to the movies or a walk in the park can make all the difference. Together, my friends and I have explored so many of Syracuse’s shops, bakeries and restaurants (I recommend Secret Garden for sushi, and Cake Bar for lattes, desserts and a great atmosphere to hang out or do homework). Last October, we took a trip to Philadelphia to see one of our favorite artists in concert which was a great way for us to bond outside of school. I also had the opportunity to go to Puerto Rico during winter break with my friend who is from the island. I could have never planned this experience, but I am so grateful she invited me, and that I was able to travel to such a beautiful place and make memories that I will never forget. Emmanuel Offei via Unsplash During my time at Newhouse, I also appeared on a trivia game show on Orange Television Network . This was a fun and new experience to be on set and compete” against a friend of mine. I’ve also had the chance to write music reviews for magazines on campus and intern as a life and culture reporter for the local newspaper syracuse.com. In both my internship and classes at Newhouse, I have had the opportunity to go out in the Syracuse community to not only tell stories but also create relationships with so many inspiring community members who are committed to making a difference. During the fall semester, I wrote enterprise news articles centered around Black health in Syracuse under the guidance of Professor Greg Munno who has been one of the best professors I have been so fortunate to work with and learn from. This summer, I will head to Charleston, South Carolina, where I will be covering the Spoleto Festival USA. I look forward to building more memories with members of my cohort as well as classmates from the Goldring arts journalism and communications cohort. With my year at Newhouse slowly coming to an end, I can look back and treasure the memories I have made, the people I have met and the skills I have gained along the way. Sarah Merke is a graduate student in the magazine, news and digital journalism program at the Newhouse School. 3 Lessons Learned as an International Student at Newhouse Jiaqi Jin As an international student studying abroad for the first time, attending Newhouse is a wonderful opportunity to broaden my horizons and acquire new knowledge. However, cultural differences also present special challenges. For prospective international students at Newhouse, I would like to share three lessons I learned over the past few months, hoping to smooth your transition into academic life here. 1. Carefully read the instructions and policies For pre-arrival preparations, ensure you read all instructions and key documents thoroughly, especially regarding visa, I-20, health records and other necessary documents. These are crucial for your entry into the United States, official enrollment and daily activities. For instance, when traveling abroad during breaks, you need to carry an I-20 with a travel signature to avoid issues at customs. Notifications from the University or orientation sessions for international students often cover these topics. Therefore, from the beginning of enrollment, read notices carefully, make preparations early and stay informed to ease your start at Newhouse. It is also a clever idea to familiarize yourselves with the syllabus for your academic career. Read the syllabus for every course you select at Newhouse carefully. Professors outline their expected learning objectives, assignment requirements and grading policies here. Careful reading of these will help you grasp the course content, achieve academic success and boost personal growth efficiently throughout the semester. 2. Embracing cultural differences Cultural differences manifest in various situations, from classroom discussions to everyday interactions on campus. For example, in communication courses at Newhouse, classmates may react differently to the same events due to diverse backgrounds....