Messages for Chancellor Syverud

I am so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I wanted to reach out to let you know you are truly in my family's thoughts and prayers.

My mom went through stage 4 multiple myeloma, and while it was an incredibly difficult journey, being surrounded by love, support, and hope made all the difference in her recovery. I hope you’re able to lean on those around you and feel that same sense of strength and comfort.

Please know that so many people are rooting for you and holding you close in their hearts. Wishing you strength, peace, and healing in the days ahead.

Rachael & Joan DiLieto

As a proud alumna of Syracuse University, I wanted to reach out to share my heartfelt support following the news of your diagnosis.

Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many across the Orange community. Syracuse is more than a university—it is a family—and in moments like this, that bond feels especially strong. We are all standing with you, lifting you up with hope, strength, and deep admiration.

Your leadership and commitment to this university have made a lasting impact on countless lives. I am wishing you courage for each day, peace in the difficult moments, and the comfort of knowing how widely you are cared for.

May you feel surrounded by strength, faith, and the unwavering support of the entire Syracuse community.

You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Denise Mironti ‘84, G’95

College of Nursing

Sending positive vibes and prayers your way. 🍊 🧡

Sending heartfelt best wishes to you and your family, Chancellor Syverud.

As a third generation SU alum, and retired SU employee, I want to express my gratitude for all the great things you've done for our university. Your leadership placed on Syracuse University on a sound footing.

I had the pleasure of meeting you and shaking your hand at a food donation drop on the Quad, prior to an SU Football game. You were most warm and gracious. I also want to send warm greetings to Dr. Ruth Chen, who, on more than one occasion, said "good morning" to me outside of Bowne Hall, the building where I worked. It was so nice being greeted like that. Small, kind gestures really do make a difference.

Again, Chancellor, I send positive vibes your way, and to your family.

Get well soon!

All my best,

Bill Bowen

Chancellor. Praying for your healing, strength and comfort. May God Bless You.🙏🏽

Dear Chancellor Syverud,

You may not remember me, I am Joanna from Panama, and we once shared a brief conversation in Spanish. That moment stayed with me as a small picture of who you are: someone who sees people.

When I read your letter, what struck me most was your courage and grateful heart. You are not facing this alone, and the Orange community is holding you and your family close.

As someone of faith, I want to offer you these words as prayers:

"I can do all things [which He has called me to do] through Him who strengthens and empowers me — I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Him who infuses me with inner strength and confident peace" — Philippians 4:13

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." — Jeremiah 29:11

Que el Señor te sostenga con Su mano poderosa en cada paso de este camino, y que Su paz que sobrepasa todo entendimiento guarde tu corazón y tu mente (1 Peter 5:6, Isaiah 41:10, Philippians 4:7).

Con gratitud y esperanza,

Joanna Lumbsden-Pinto, Ph.D.

Graduate Christian Fellowship SU/ESF

Dear Chancellor Syverud,

Thank you for your years of dedication, and love, for our University and the entire Syracuse community. I wish you strength, peace, and the support of the entire Orange family as you meet this challenge.

Sincerely,

Sharon Akkoul (G'13)

Adjunct Faculty, School of Information Studies

Best wishes for an uneventful treatment course and rapid recovery. It was a pleasure meeting you at your Rochester swearing with my daughter who was also sworn in. Class of 75 parent of class of 10,15 and law 14

“But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed.” Isaiah 53:5. As we just finished celebrating the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the free gift of salvation through the acceptance of Jesus, I am sending this message. I am standing on God’s promise of healing and believing that God will heal you as He has said He will in Isaiah 53:5. I am also believing that you will fulfill your life’s purpose that God has created for you to do in Jesus Name. You are in my prayers and so is your family. Wishing you continued success, Chancellor!

I am so sorry to hear you are sick and I am praying for a full and swift recovery. That you feel the love and good wishes of Orange Nation and that they give you strength and comfort during treatment.

My daughter is finishing her Freshman year at Syracuse and while I am so happy she is coming home for the summer, I am grateful for all the care and thought you and the Syracuse staff and faculty put into the student experience. Your speech at Convocation made me feel like she was in good hands at Syracuse. Thank you for all you have done for the Syracuse community. Hope to see you soon, feeling well and with your health restored.

Thank you for all you have done for Syracuse University. I have such nice memories of celebrating my 50 Reunion and visiting your residence. I also fondly remember the evening that Judy Zelisko arranged where you and Dr. Chen spent with our Reunion group. I’m glad you have been part of our Catholic Community and thank you for your support of the beautiful new Chapel. Fr Gerry remembered you at mass this evening. Be assured of our prayers and best wishes for a full recovery 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

Thank you Chancellor for your work and dedication to Syracuse over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you make this journey. Stay strong!

Kent, know that I am with you in spirit and in prayer. You are strong and determined, gifts that have and will continue to serve you well. You are not alone, and i hope you know that.

Dear Chancellor,

Best of everything in this trying time - as a wise man once said ‘if you are going through hell, keep going ‘. Best wishes and hope we can meet up for a cup of tea soon? Amanda

Thank you for all you have done for Syracuse. You have been a great leader for the Orange.

Our prayers that God gives you peace, strength and joy in the everyday life.

Dear Chancellor Syverud,

I want to express my sincere support and well wishes to you during this difficult time. Your leadership, dedication, and commitment to the Syracuse University community have made a lasting impact on so many of us.

Please know that you are not facing this challenge alone. You have the strength, care, and support of an entire community standing behind you.

Wishing you and Dr. Chen strength, comfort, and the very best in the days ahead.

With respect and support,

Farzad Amiri

President of Muslim Student Association

Syracuse University

Chancellor Syverud,

We are so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Please know that the entire Orange community is thinking of you and standing with you during this time. We are wishing you strength, comfort and healing in the days ahead.

Your dedication to Syracuse University has left a lasting and meaningful impact, and we are deeply grateful for your leadership. In particular, thank you for your unwavering support of our veterans, service members and military families, and for helping make Syracuse the “Best Place for Veterans.” And now that you are officially in Michigan, we will miss seeing you run the 5K with us on those early (and often freezing) Veterans Day mornings.

Your love for this university will never be forgotten, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have been part of the Syracuse community during your leadership. We are keeping you in our thoughts and sending our very best wishes for your recovery.

Dr. Chen and family,

We are thinking of you and sending our love and strength. Your resilience and courage are deeply inspiring, and we have no doubt you are facing this moment with strength and grace. Thank you for all you have given to the Syracuse community. We are grateful you are surrounded by a strong support system in Michigan.

With love,

Vanessa Marquette G'19 and Ryan Marquette L’22

President Syverud, I know you will overcome easily this stage in your life, you are so resilient and strong, my best wishes for a speedy recovery and that you will flourish in your new position as you did here in syracuse, Miryam Bar

I am so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Please know you're in my thoughts, and I'm wishing you strength as you focus on your health. Thank you for your dedicated leadership at Syracuse University.

Chancellor Syverud, it was difficult to take in your health news this week, and you have remained very much in my thoughts. The same strength and sense of purpose that came through in your leadership at Syracuse was on full display in your remarkable letter to us. Wishing you successful treatment, favorable recovery, and a rewarding professional and personal journey ahead.

Warmly, Marc

Cheering you on and sending you and your family so much love! I have every ounce of faith good health awaits you!

Why don’t you guys have a category of “Sports Fan”?

Anyway. I got to meet Chancellor Kent at a women’s basketball game where he was kind enough to let me grab a selfie with him. With his kindness, I had to shoot my shot for one more favor, not for me, but for my mom. I asked if his office could write a letter recognizing my mom’s 23 years of service at SU for her upcoming retirement. She had been an assistant at SU since 2000. He graciously said he would, and asked if I knew his email. “Uh, no Kent.” I gave him my business card, and Monday morning, there was the follow up email. What a class act. His office helped me put the letter together and Mom was more than surprised during her retirement party in April of 2023. Can’t thank him enough.

I wish him, Dr. C, and their family all the best during this challenging time.

Thank you for all of your help over the years. Getting to help build out the esports program was truly the highlight of experience, and it wouldn’t have been possible without your humility, leadership, and curiosity. You’ve made Syracuse a place I can be proud to represent as I go off into the world.

I’m so sorry to hear about what you’re going through. Please know you have my full support, and I’m keeping you in my thoughts. Wishing you strength and the very best in the days ahead. Thank you again for everything!

Chancellor Syverud, it has been an absolute honor to get to know you and witness the impact you have had on this campus. I will forever be grateful to you for the love and support into the veteran community, a group that needed you so much. So many people are better for knowing you and I wish you a quick and speedy recovery. I hope the hardest days of your journey are still surrounded by love and support, as well as knowing the last impact you made on this community. Wishing you and your family all the best. You will always be forever Orange 🍊🍊

Dear Chancellor, Dr. Chen and family,

Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Thank you for your inspiration, dedication and love to all things SU/Orange.

You are in my prayers.

With gratitude,

Colleen Gaetano

Vice Chair, Board of Trustees, Syracuse Stage

SU alumi, VPA Music Theatre, 1990

Thank you for your pioneering vision and unwavering support of Inclusive U! My daughter is a proud graduate. We are forever grateful to you for your leadership and integrity. 🍊

Dear Chancellor Syverud,

Thank you for sharing with us the news of your diagnosis. I can't begin to imagine how difficult everything is for you and your family right now. Please know that we're holding you in our hearts and lifting you up in prayer. You're not making this journey alone.

All of us also appreciate the kind, intentional communication from your office regarding this matter. Honeycomb for the soul, as it were.

"Tayata Om Bekandze Bekandze Maha Bekandze Radza Samudgate Soha."

Thinking of you! You did an incredible job leading Syracuse! Go orange!

Well wishes!!

Sending love to you and your family ❤️