The Campos Student Center, a community space designed for engineering and computer science students, was dedicated on April 28th. Made possible by the generosity of the Campos Companies and its employees, this center reflects the commitment of Marco Campos and his family to make STEM education accessible to all students. The student center is located on the second floor of the Center for Science and Technology and offers a variety of weekly programs that foster academic success, community-building and collaboration.
Marco Campos, Deanna Campos-Miller and Engineering and Computer Science Dean J. Cole Smith joined Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud for the ribbon cutting and a reception with students.
“The Campos Center has become such a meaningful space for me where I have felt more connected to fellow students and staff! It is not just a place to study or attend events, it is a space where ECS students can relax, recharge, and truly feel part of a welcoming and supportive community,” said computer science student Daniella Lat ‘27
“I am very grateful that the Campos Center opened during my undergrad at Syracuse University. It has created a welcoming environment that truly feels like home on campus,” said computer science student Brianna Anthony ’26.
“The Campos Student Center has been an empowering space for students in ECS. Earlier in the semester we participated in the #ILookLikeAnEngineer Polaroid campaign. Students of very diverse backgrounds were able to express themselves with pride. In the polaroids, students were able to hold flags and signs that represented who they were as engineering and computer science students. This event reaffirmed students place in ECS despite their heritage, gender, ethnicity, religious background, or sexual orientation. Everybody was welcomed and celebrated. At this event we also hosted a professional photographer to provide students with professional head shots. This event was so beneficial for supporting students as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives,” said civil engineering junior Max Chandler.
“The Campos Student Center is a place for students to simply be, with no pretenses or expectations, and to know that they’ll be met with understanding, acceptance, and encouragement. Marco and Deanna have often used the phrase ‘home-away-from-home,’ and the Campos Student Center has become exactly that for students across our College,” said Director of Inclusive Excellence Abby Fite.