History of SU Special Collections Research Center

The University Archives holds materials that document the history of Syracuse University. Some historical information can be found here as well as in SCRC's online exhibitions. For additional inquiries about University history, please contact the University Archives.

Awards and Honors

Illustration of Syracuse University Chancellor’s Medal with Hall of Languages depicted in the center, from a 2006 program, awarded to The Syracuse Eight as Student Athletes of Courage

Board of Trustees Chairs

Orange Syracuse University circular seal with laurels, founded 1870, and latin phrase on royal blue background

Chancellors

head and shoulders William Tolley portrait in black and white

Commencement Speakers

Dorothy Thompson speaking behind podium at the 1937 Syracuse University commencement

Founding of SU

Sepia toned photo of the Hall of Languages, dated circa 1880, with bare trees and empty grass surrounding walkways

Honorary Degree Recipients

Oren Lyons in cap and gown behind podium at the 1993 Syracuse University commencement