For questions about CLASS tutoring, coaching, and other academic support programs:
CLASS@syr.edu or 315.443.2005
Our Staff
George Athanas | Associate Director
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gathanas@syr.edu
George Athanas is the associate director of CLASS. He has worked at Syracuse University for over 20 years and at CLASS since August 2022. In his role he is responsible for many of the operational aspects of the office and oversees the staff responsible for CLASS academic programming. Originally from New England, he enjoys all that autumn brings — sweatshirt weather, apple picking, cider, and fall foliage to name just a few. In addition, he likes trying new ethnic cuisine, quilting, and attending theater productions.
George Punnoose Puthussery | Functional Business Analyst
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gpputhus@syr.edu
George Puthussery serves as a Functional Business Analyst for the Office of Academic Affairs, where he supports the Center for Fellowship and Scholarship Advising, Center for Learning and Student Success, Institutional Effectiveness, and Syracuse Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement. He holds a B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering from Govt. Model Engineering College and an M.S. in Instructional Design from Syracuse University. Before stepping into his current role, George gained experience as an Instructional Designer at the Office of Institutional Effectiveness. When he’s not wrangling data, he enjoys reading and playing video games.