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Selected news stories written by Jules Struck
- National Geographic // Wild pigs are turning electric blue in California. Here’s why.
- National Geographic // Our car tires are poisoning salmon — and maybe us, too
- The Christian Science Monitor // After a Canadian orca pod’s decline, now ‘you can see the whales coming back’
- The Washington Post // What a chicken-size bird can tell us about a shrinking prairie
Syracuse.com (2021-2023)
Awarded 2nd place multimedia story by the Syracuse Press Club for “Forced to live here, forced to leave: The twin injustices of I-81 and the demolition of the 15th Ward“
Awarded 2nd place critique by the Syracuse Press Club for “Rocket Man Elton John jets into JMA Wireless Dome to say farewell to Syracuse“
- Think there’s nowhere to park in downtown Syracuse? Think again. (06.21.23)
- The split in UNY’s United Methodist Church just got wider (06.13.23)
- A beloved CNY guitarist almost cut off his hand. 4 agonizing years later, he’s back onstage, doing what he loves most (06.06.23)
- Dr. King Elementary kids grow a strawberry patch on Syracuse’s South Side for science and waffles (06.01.23)
- The NYS Fair Expo Center was supposed to transform Central New York events. Mostly, it hasn’t (06.01.23)
- Doug Muir spent a lifetime capturing America. Finally, his photos have found their way home to Syracuse (06.01.23)
- How to say goodbye to a college: Cazenovia alumni revisit ghosts on final walk through a lost campus (05.10.23)
- A Syracuse engineer’s advice for when things fall apart: Run away to the circus (it worked for him) (04.25.23)
- Local drama: Your neighborhood CNY theater is not doing so great right now (04.17.23)
- Sound at the JMA Dome is notoriously rough; Here’s how Red Hot Chili Peppers are dealing with it (04.13.23)
- CNY middle school inventors head to Houston to debut a (hopefully) winning prototype (04.12.23)
- Ice floes and snow aren’t enough to stop the LOSERS who surf Lake Ontario year-round (03.21.23)
- Tipp Hill ushers in St. Patrick’s Day at midnight with a bucket of green paint and a mop (photos) (03.17.23)
- Anxiety, empathy and baklava: Syracuse’s Turkish, Syrian families cope with impact of earthquake from afar (03.03.23)
- How an old church turned a one-horse town into CNY’s hottest underdog music venue (03.01.23)
- Meet the Syracuse woman scooping up your old couches to help families start over in America (02.16.23)
- Dwayne’s long haul: How a CNY man spent a lifetime seeking his mom, and found her right in his backyard (02.15.23)
- Rent hikes at NYS Fair claim first casualty as 55-year-old event gets canceled (02.03.23)
- ‘Elbow. Chop the leg. Chop the groin’: CNY LGBTQ+ groups try self-defense to grapple with shootings, hate speech (01.31.23)
- ‘The job ahead must be massive and positive’: What MLK’s legacy looks like in 6 Syracuse changemakers (01.24.23)
- Turning Space Shuttle glass into art: Meet the Syracuse stained glass artist with work seen round the world (01.18.23)
7 interesting people we met in Syracuse this year, from a skate legend to an author who beat the odds (12.27.22) - With time and small celebrations, they’re battling Syracuse’s unsung malady: loneliness (12.22.22)
- Technical mishap causes West Genesee High School lockdown, panics some students and parents (12.21.22)
- Tuba Christmas lights up Liverpool auditorium with rumbling bass and red sweaters (12.18.22)
- It’s a Wunderbar life: Syracuse bar owners prop open doors for LGBTQ+ Christmas crowd (12.10.22)
- With seeds saved from extinction, an SU student grows rooftop corn and an indigenous foods network (12.02.22)
- NYS awards more than $600K to CNY arts organizations: See who got funding and how much (11.30.22)
- ‘I want her to experience life’: What CNY refugee women keep and what they lose in America (11.29.22)
- No turkey but plenty of tilapia: One Syracuse food pantry does things a little differently for New Americans (11.24.22)
- How a 97-year-old pipe organ got caught in the middle of a dustup over rent-free space at the NYS Fair (11.16.22)
- Tattoo like a lady: With a fake arm and an ink machine, Syracuse artist explores history of female tattooists (11.13.22)
- A mysterious machine in a Syracuse warehouse keeps old movies alive. It’s the last of its kind in the world (11.10.22)
- Cornell University suspends frat parties after reported sexual assault, druggings (11.07.22)
- With DACA and her fate in limbo, a Syracuse law student fights for the program that kept her here (11.03.22)
- Cedarvale Farm’s maple trees get a second lease on life after retiring earlier this year (11.02.22)
- Did Biden and CHIPS just put OCC on the map? To some students, it sure felt like it (10.27.22)
- Is Syracuse’s bumper crop of murals evidence of a ‘civic pride renaissance’? (10.13.22)
- Rock or bust: A 12-year-old Liverpool guitarist is tearing up the Syracuse music scene (10.05.22)
- Dog bites, burned tents and busted tires: Syracuse bicyclist bags 51 capitols in 1 year (09.28.22)
- If it rolls, they’ll ride: ‘Beastwood’ skate competition takes over Syracuse neighborhood (09.26.22)
- ‘JumpStart’ cartoonist Robb Armstrong on ‘The Syracuse Years’ and meeting his heroes (09.26.22)
- Review: Rocket Man Elton John jets into JMA Wireless Dome to say farewell to Syracuse (09.11.22)
- Tales of Drew: The life and sudden death of Andrew Grabowski, Syracuse skate legend (09.09.22)
- Review: Sting, ‘An Englishman In New York,’ packs St. Joe’s Amp in Syracuse (09.07.22)
- Review: Patti LaBelle gets a rainbow and an adoring crowd at the NYS Fair because she deserves to (08.31.22)
- Who’s that bike guy with the boombox? He’s Syracuse’s ‘Radio Raheem’ and he’s taking requests (07.28.22)
- In Utica, a glimpse of Norman Rockwell’s two Americas (07.20.22)
- Forced to live here, forced to leave: The twin injustices of I-81 and the demolition of the 15th Ward (07.13.22) *Included in Politico Playbook NY ** 2nd place Syracuse Press Club Awards
- Thousands flock to Syracuse Pride parade in rainbow regalia to show support in wake of Roe v. Wade decision (06.25.22)
- Corcoran High School’s all-female top 10 students reflect on exams, friendships and prom on last day of school (06.16.22)
- How one architect used the principles of hip-hop to uncover buried histories of Syracuse’s 15th Ward (06.10.22)
- ‘They saved this town’: Refugees poured into Utica and cleared the rust from a dying industrial city (05.27.22) *Cited in The New Yorker
- Buffalo shootings shake Syracuse’s Black community: ‘How many more of us have to die?’ (05.20.22)
- A star after 60: Syracuse’s Elizabeth ‘Libba’ Cotten taught Jerry Garcia, Pete Seeger the meaning of folk music (05.05.22)
- Part Shakespeare, part Hulk Hogan: Step inside the ring with CNY’s indie wrestlers (05.03.22)
- He overcame 3 brain tumors, a stroke and a 5th grade education to graduate OCC with NY’s top honor (04.06.22)
- How Syracuse police, venue intervened to cancel huge rap concert planned for War Memorial (03.31.22)
- An SU professor fights for answers in decades-old hate crimes in the Deep South (03.29.22)
- Not just superheroes, banned books allowed: Syracuse comic-con questions boundaries for creators (03.26.22)
- Tyler Johnson was told by Tully High School to delete a blurb about being gay. Now, he’s grand marshal for CNY Pride (03.17.22)
- Salina Street gets fresh coat of ‘leprechaun green’ paint for long-awaited Syracuse St. Patrick’s Parade (03.11.22)
- Gay bars, drag and a St. Patrick’s Parade float: Inside the earliest days of Syracuse’s LGBTQ+ movement (03.08.22)
- He grew up with a dog named Dixie. Now, he’s renaming Army bases called after Confederates (03.06.22)
- A tale of 2 McCartneys: What happens when a tribute band and Sir Paul book Syracuse shows for the same night? (03.03.22)
- Syracuse’s Ukrainian American community braced for the impact. Overnight, Russia invaded. (02.24.22)
- Attica’: Why this notorious New York state prison is the source of Oscar buzz (02.15.22)
- SU band NONEWFRIENDS. made a name at Syracuse basement shows. Next up: NYC (02.07.22)
- Climate science says change is coming. How are NY’s maple producers taking the news? (02.02.22)
- One of Syracuse’s best known rockers reflects on lessons learned while touring with Meat Loaf (01.25.22)
- Old art, new queens: Syracuse drag frees up stage space for young, diverse talent (12.21.22)
- After 5 years of planning, Near Westside neighbors rally to build bike park across from Gear Factory (11.09.21)
- Rockin’ the Redhouse returns to Landmark (11.06.21) PDF
Planet Forward (2021)
- Sustainability is the goal. Here’s what young farmers need to get there (09.02.21)
- Town molds community-driven model for new farmers to buy land (09.02.21)
- ‘Word of mouth still means a lot’: How sustainability spreads (09.03.21)
- Dollars and diversity: Why young farmers need investment, representation (09.03.21)
Boston Globe & Boston Globe Magazine (2021)
- What’s it like being back to in-person classes? 10 students and educators weigh in (09.29.21)
- How houseplant propagation kept some Bostonians well-rooted during the pandemic (04.19.21)
- Pottery stores turn to paint-your-own at home (04.14.21)
- ‘There’s so much beautiful work that’s come out of this’: College art students in the COVID era (04.08.21)
- ‘Being forgiving of ourselves is probably the biggest.’ 9 parents on getting through the pandemic (02.24.21)
Christian Science Monitor (2020-22)
- 2022: A space-comic odyssey (12.22.22)
- Glenn Hening strives to keep the ‘selfish’ out of surfing (09.03.21)
- Crisp air and apples: Pandemic-weary folks flock to pick-your-own farms (10.08.20)
- Photo Essay — All paws on deck for a safer sea (09.28.20)
- How video games are teaching the world to speak English (09.18.20)
- Animation and Essay — Picture of comfort: Gardening in times of crisis (09.16.20)
- [Co-authored] Young workers hit hardest in global downturn. What’s the answer? (10.31.20)
- [Co-authored] Post office chief halts cuts – but concerns about election remain (08.18.20)
- Can roadsides offer a beeline for pollinators? (07.31.20)
- Photo Essay — Summer sports get back on track (07.27.20)
- Media Column — Quick picks (07.27.20)
- Migratory birds in the crosswinds of federal, state protections (07.13.20)
Burlington Union, Bedford Minuteman, Watertown TAB (2019)
- Watertown Youth Activist Believes in the Power of Teens (09.13.19)
- Burlington Businesses Prepare for Plastic Bag Ban to Take Effect Next Month (08.26.19)
- Eddie V’s Restaurant Brings Panache to Burlington’s Restaurant Row (08.08.19)
- Burlington’s New Outdoor Gym Offers New Approach to Fitness (07.15.19)
- Reading with Darth Vader: Burlington Library Launches Summer Programs (06.28.19)
- Burlington Cops In Cars Bring Classics to the Common (06.10.19)
Patriot Ledger (2018)
- Hanover Mall redevelopment forum scheduled Thursday night (08.05.18)
- Senate candidate Beth Lindstrom says she’s OK with Trump to a point (07.27.18)
- Marshfield library turns to henna tattoos to draw in teens (07.09.18)
- Saturday Night at the Catbird Cafe (07.03.18)
- Play in Quincy explores letters of John and Abigail Adams (06.29.18)
- Quincy’s Flag Day kickoff anything but a bust (06.14.18)
- ‘Pioneers’ in parenting Down Syndrome kids featured in new book (06.13.18)
- Program provides support for parents of children with drug addiction (06.06.18)
Boston Magazine (2018)
- It Takes Boston Residents 12 Years to Save Up for a Down Payment on a Home (07.13.18)
- The Roslindale Substation Is Transforming Into an Art Space (07.11.18)
- Seabiscuit, America’s Unlikely Hero, Discovered at Suffolk Downs (06.28.18)
- Boston Artist Honors Freddie Gray with New Abstract Piece (06.25.18)
- [Co-authored] Protestors Demand Action on Immigration from State House (06.20.18)
Dickinsonian (2015-19):
- Shake-Up at Asbell and the KOVE Means New Director and Cut to Dining Staff (04.25.19)
- Women Marginalized in Science: Historian Presents Work (04.18.19)
- ‘My Role as a Writer is to Let My Characters be as Honest as I Can…’ An Interview with Edward Ricourt ’95, Poitras Gleim Speaker (04.18.19)
- Novelist Discusses Family’s History during Vietnam War (04.04.19)
- Discussions on Holocaust Appropriation in Art at the Trout Gallery (04.04.19)
- Panel to Discuss Claims of Anti-Semitism of Trout Gallery-Featured Artist (04.03.19)
- Dickinson’s History with Slavery Informs Cooper Hall Name Change (03.28.19)
- Pre-Orientation Programs Facing Changes (03.21.19)
- Junior Class Council Discusses Inclusivity Day (03.07.19)
- Students Organize First Ever Women of Color Summit at Dickinson (03.07.19)
- Planning the Future of the Dining Hall (03.07.19)
- Senate Funds Fitness Classes (02.28.19)
- Residential Learning Community Program Suspended (02.28.19)
- New Bin outside Goodyear as Student Interest in Composting Grows (02.29.19)
- P&B Meeting Outlines Savings Projects (02.21.19)
- Possible Social Space High Priority for Student Life (02.07.19)
- Students React to February Lock-Down Drill (01.31.19)
- P.E. Graduation Requirement Eliminated by Faculty Vote (12.6.18)
- Title IX Presentation at Senate, Few Students Show (11.29.18)
- New Buddhist Temple Opens in Carlisle (11.29.18)
- CGSE Explains Phasing in and out of Study Abroad Options (11.29.18)
- “We Will Not Be Erased” LGBTQ+ Community Demonstrates for Transgender and Non-Binary Rights (11.08.18)
- Parking Fee Proposed for Next School Year (11.08.18)
- Students and Faculty Lobby to Protect Native American Studies on Campus (11.01.18)
- Leaked Federal Gender Memo Concerns Dickinson (11.01.18)
- An Interview with Manzullo and Markey (10.18.18)
- Witnesses Say Gun Fired Outside Quick Stop Deli in Carlisle (10.06.18)
- P.E. Requirement Still Under Review (10.11.18)
- Athletics Moves to Student Life Department (10.04.18)
- New Club Supports Minority Students in Pre-Health (09.27.18)
- New Econ Major Expands Visa Options (09.13.18)
- Controversy at the Cube (04.27.17)
- Educational Studies Cuts Teaching Certification Program (02.24.17)
- Faculty Suggest Schedule Change at Student Senate (04.06.17)
- Weissman Email Prompts Dialogue (03.10.17)
- Trans Salon Addresses Body Image, Acceptance, Resistance (02.24.17)
- Student Liberation Movement Wall Spurs Free Speech Discussion (02.09.17)
- Kurdish Hacker Infiltrates Clarke Forum Website (02.09.17)
- Colleges Consider Free Tampons (11.10.16)
- Dickinson Students Protest Dakota Pipeline (11.03.16)
- Demonstration Highlights Issues of Exclusivity (10.06.16)
- Racial Bias Accusations Surface at Dickinson (09.22.16)
- “We Are All Part of the Solution” (03.10.16)
- DPS Considers Fixed-Route Safety Shuttle (03.03.16)
- CSE to Install Energy Dashboard (02.18.16)
- A Global Perspective on Black History Month (02.18.16)
- Community Mourns World Tragedies (11.19.15)
- Trans Advocacy Committee Preparing Proposals (10.29.15)
- Alumnus Returns to Campus to Gain Support for LGBTQ Bill (09.10.15)
PoliticsPA.com (2016)
- AG Kane’s office had ‘culture of paranoia,’ say former staff (05.24.16)
- Ridge Refuses to Support Trump (05.17.16)
- PA-9: Halvorson To Be Democratic Nominee? (06.02.16)
- PA-16: Cook Shifts Seat from “Solid Republican” to “Likely Republican” (07.25.16)
- PA House Passes Tighter Restrictions on Abortion (06.22.16)
- Philly DA Under Fire for Real Estate Arrangement (06.06.16)
Resume
Education
- Emerson College – Boston, MA, Master of Arts in Journalism. Graduated August 2021.
- Dickinson College – Carlisle, PA, Bachelor of Arts. Graduated May 2019. Major in globalization & sustainability. Minor in French and francophone studies.
Employment
- The Christian Science Monitor – Part-time editor, July 2023-present
- Syracuse.com, Post-Standard – Life & Culture Reporter, November 2021-June 2023
- Planet Forward – Storytelling Fellow, June-August 2021
- Christian Science Monitor – Newsroom Intern, May-December 2020
- The Burlington Union, Watertown TAB – Freelance writer, 2019
- The Dickinsonian – Reporter to News Editor to Co-editor-in-chief, 2015-19
- Patriot Ledger – Journalism Intern, June-August 2018
- Boston Magazine – Web Journalism Intern, June-August 2018
- Voice of America – Communications Intern, May-July 2016
- PoliticsPA – Intern & Contributing Journalist, May-July 2016
JULES STRUCK 