Orlando, Las Vegas and more provide non-traditional extra lifeblood for movies
Hollywood is looking to make money beyond the big screen, and new opportunities are popping up in more places than you might expect. Read more »
Culture
An SU student startup uses virtual reality to read the news
Little Maxima is a free virtual reality news-reading app created by a Syracuse University graduate student. It’s one of the first apps of its kind. Read more »
This sophomore's tattoo is about to be fire
Cameron Hart’s mother is Japanese, through his tattoo sleeve he is able to connect with that side of his family. Read more »
Scotland should remain part of the United Kingdom
Abroad columnist Saniya More argues the downside outweighs any positives that would stem from Scotland’s independence. Read more »
The Black Celestial Choral Ensemble is turning 40 this year
The Black Celestial Choral Ensemble has brought Christian gospel to the SU campus since 1977, and the group is spiritedly planning its 40th anniversary this weekend with a concert and banquet with alumni. Read more »
Kendrick Lamar continues to show the rap world how it’s done
Music columnist Christine Chung urges everyone to listen to Kendrick Lamar's latest album, "DAMN." Read more »
The best spots to relieve yourself on campus
A good bathroom experience can make or break your day. Don’t make the mistake of going to the horrible bathrooms on campus — go to the great ones that are laid out in this comprehensive guide. Read more »
This senior was once denied permission to start an LGBTQ club. So she transferred to SU.
Jestina Ortega, a senior women's and gender studies and psychology dual major, has found a place at Syracuse University to express her different identities. Read more »
These sophomores had a more productive spring break than you did. Now, it's paying off.
Anjani Iman and Rachel Maglio started 44 Threads, an Instagram account that sells customized sweat sets, last month. Read more »
Thrive at SU raises more than $1,500 to help refugees in Syracuse – with dance, music and Otto the Orange
The first – hopefully annual – Thrive Together Fair raised over $1,500 InterFaith Works’ Center for New Americans showcasing international cultures. Read more »
That display in Bird Library took months to make
Sustainacuse, a coalition of graduate architecture and engineering students, installed their sustainability exhibit in Bird Library this week to an opening reception Friday. Read more »
5 things to know about Mayfest headliner Vic Mensa
The rapper will headline Mayfest in Walnut Park on Friday, April 28. Read more »
Bourque: 'Big Fish' was campy, delightful and heartwarming all at the same time
Music columnist Jenny Bourque enjoyed First Year Players' "Big Fish" almost as much as the friends and family of the actors themselves. Read more »
Lebanese photographer raises the voice of men in the Middle East
George Awde, whose work will be displayed in Light Work’s “Scale Without Measure” exhibition, challenges xenophobia — both through his art and in real life. Read more »
Clear those calendars, Pulp has some weekend plans for you
This list is all you need to make this weekend one to remember. Read more »
FYP, please take me even though I’m a senior
Patty Terhune loves FYP, especially when they sell her grilled cheese on a street corner. Read more »
Syracuse local is carrying father’s legacy with a natural grocery store
Wendy Meyerson owns Natur-Tyme, a health food store on Erie Boulevard that’s a result of her father’s 30-year pharmaceutical career. Read more »
They’re tearing the roof off the cathedral downtown — literally
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception will undergo the next phase of its multi-million-dollar restoration Monday. Read more »
Salt City Horror Fest to showcase all-day horror movie marathon
This festival will feature eight horror films like “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” and “Critters,” with special guests, including actor David Naughton of “An American Werewolf in London.” Read more »
Forget Mimosas, elevate brunch with limoncello sangria
This sangria strays from traditional red wine-based versions, but it is a great light, bubbly drink to share with friends as the weather warms up. Read more »
'The Nudes' band has minimalistic vibe, escape from daily life
Members of folk-indie Syracuse band The Nudes make music as an escape from their everyday jobs. Read more »
‘Juice Box’: students work all semester in class promoting this concert
Twenty music industry and Bandier students take on this one-of-a-kind class project to promote a concert at the Westcott Theater. Read more »
This nonprofit brought Price Rite to the southwest side and filled its job vacancies, too
Before the first supermarket in nearly 40 years could open on Syracuse’s southwest side, 125 employees needed to be hired. A local nonprofit took on the task of filling those spots with local community members. Read more »
Freshman spreads a positive message through a wear-and-share bracelet company
Rachel Sadler is spreading positive messages around the SU campus through the Little Words Project. Read more »
