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services, said the small turnout resulted from Superstorm Sandy, whose clouds and damp weather still loomed over Syracuse. “Last year we had about 30 or so students,” he said. “This year just about 15 signed up. The characters last year were hilarious. We had a fully dressed bride, even a group that dressed up as dominos.”
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two-way cycle tracks,” as they are technically called — were also a talking point, Hartsock said. “We had many engineers tell us that they didn’t know of any other infrastructure like that between New York and Montreal,” she said. But while those associated with the Connective Corridor are proud of the award, the project, which is divided into three phases, has just begun. Hartsock said she expects the first phase of the Connective Corridor, which includes East Genesee Street from Forman Park to University Avenue, and University Avenue between East Genesee Street and Waverly Avenue, to be finished by Nov. 9. The second phase of construction, which will stretch from Thornden Park to The Warehouse, will not start for some time, Hartsock said. The Federal Highway Administration, which supplies the funding, is currently reviewing the plans, and this usually takes at least a year, she said. But for now, Hartsock said she hopes the Connective Corridor can be an example for institu-
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Lore said students throughout the course of the day, however, embraced the newly added activities. “Students have been bouncing on that blow up since it was put up,” he said, pointing at the obstacle course in front of Hendricks Chapel. He said the pumpkin painting station was also popular. “We’ve had a lot of positive feedback and students have had a really nice break from classes for some good, classic Halloween fun,” Lore said.
“We are pleased it was recognized and hope it can be used as a model for others.” Linda Dickerson Hartsock
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tions that may want to pursue similar projects, even on a smaller scale. Said Hartsock: “We are pleased it was recognized and hope it can be used as a model for others.” jliannet@syr.edu @JessicaIannetta
“The characters last year were hilarious. We had a fully dressed bride, even a group that dressed up as dominos.” Joseph Lore
DIRECTOR OF SU RECREATION SERVICES
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“These cameras will help in investigating incidents that happen on campus,” he said. For example, if a burglary occurs, the perpetrator may be seen fleeing the scene on multiple different cameras, allowing for more information in identifying him or her, he said. “I think cameras will give a sense of security,” said Jon Lee, a junior information management and technology and policy studies dual major. Walking around campus safely has never been a major concern, he said. “But it is important to note that cameras would mostly be useful in identifying victims or attackers,” Lee said. “Not in prevent-
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He also said he hopes to change the time of the event next year to attract students who would have run but could not due to conflicting class schedules. Next year might include a nighttime run, possibly lit by carved pumpkins to give the run a classic Halloween feel, Lore said. Said Lore: “The event is a lot of fun and, with more advertising next year, I can see the Halloween Fun Run/Walk becoming a hugely popular activity.” erkelly@syr.edu
ing attacks from happening.” As a second-year architecture student, Lisa Chan said she walks home late many weeknights. “I think security cameras are largely ineffective because they don’t seem to deter bad guys,” Chan said. “However, positioning a few more DPS officers around campus would really be comforting.” Adding more security is never a bad decision, said Marissa Dutka, a sophomore nutrition major. “It’s always better to be safe than sorry,” she said. Dutka said she believes the installation of more cameras on campus will be effective regarding campus safety and crime. “I think it would make the campus safer, because just the idea that a crime would be caught on camera would prevent it from happening,” she said. The demand for more cameras on campus will allow SU to continue installing them to add security to areas that need coverage, Kearns said. Said Kearns: “Cameras have been a valuable tool for us solving crimes, and I don’t see that going away.” jbundy@syr.edu