Pamela Kirwin Heintz ’91, G’08 came to Syracuse University to finish the bachelor’s degree she began decades earlier at Smith College. Little did she know the journey she was about to undertake would foster her engagement with thousands of undergraduate students and become her life’s work.
Shaw Center Stories
2025 Best & Brightest Business Major: Evan Kalish, Syracuse University (Whitman)
Evan Kalish
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management, Syracuse University
“I always have a positive attitude and a smile on my face!” Continue Reading
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Students Collaborate with NASA on Senior Design Capstone
For decades, NASA’s testing chambers have been used to simulate the harsh conditions of space, allowing engineers to test the durability of spacecraft and other equipment in a controlled environment. These testing chambers, which can simulate extreme temperature or pressure environments, have played a crucial role in developing new technology for space travel, dating back to the first Apollo space mission.
Numerous Shaw Center Leadership Interns and staff honored at the One University Awards
The leadership demonstrated by the interns and staff of the Shaw Center has impacted the community for decades, this year being no exception. Five students and one professional staff were recognized at the One University Awards for their excellence as members of the Syracuse University community.
30 Years at the Shaw Center
In April 2025, the Shaw Center celebrated 30 years of accomplishments, friendships and community impact. Recognizing the leaders from the Shaw Center’s past and present, we look forward to many more years of meaningful work.
University Community, Sleep in Heavenly Peace Build 88 Beds for Local Children
Last year, the Syracuse University Volunteer Organization (SUVO) took on its first bed build event on campus. The organization teamed up with the local chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) to build 44 beds for children in the community. This year, led by SUVO President Claire Ceccoli, the student organization truly doubled down. Continue Reading
Public Relations/Anthropology- Taylor Byrne ’25
Taylor Byrne ’25 is forging her own career path. An aspiring public relations practitioner, she majors in public relations in the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. But it’s her minor in anthropology, courtesy of the College of Arts and Sciences and the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, that gives the Virgina native a competitive edge.
Being a Team Player Enhances Growth- Evan Kalish ’25
As a senior at New Trier High School outside of Chicago, Evan Kalish ’25 set his sights on studying business in college. When he saw many of his classmates heading to different universities, he knew he wanted to chart his own path. Continue Reading
Engineering Dreams at NASA
An out-of-this-world internship makes dreams a reality.
Global Exploration Creates Impactful Experiences
Discover how studying abroad led to a journey of language, learning and leadership.
