Lubin House celebrates 50 years as Syracuse University alumni center
In the fall of 1965, Wendy Cohen opened the large black doors of the Joseph I. Lubin House and walked nervously inside. Like thousands of… Read more »
Culture
Meet Monday: Katherine Guerin
When Katherine Guerin was in fifth grade, she started baking for her stuffed animals. Now, her hobby is a part-time job. Near the end of… Read more »
Eva’s European Sweets offers taste of Poland with simple dishes, desserts
Taking a step through the lace curtain into Eva’s European Sweets, I felt like I had walked into an authentic Polish restaurant. This cutesy Polish… Read more »
SU alumnus proposes to girlfriend on kiss cam during basketball game
When the kiss cam landed on Jason Tabor and Emily DeSantis during the men’s basketball game at the Carrier Dome on Saturday, DeSantis leaned over… Read more »
Thirsty Thursday: Crabbie’s Original Alcoholic Ginger Beer
I’ve had plenty of ginger beer before. When I was growing up, I couldn’t get enough of the stuff. At age 10, I would chug… Read more »
Student groups to perform 80s, 90s hits at 5th annual Legends Concert
Two Syracuse University singing groups will provide students with the ultimate soundtrack for throwback Thursday. A cappella groups Redemption and Black Legacy will perform songs… Read more »
Cuneo: Columnist writes alternate monologue for Academy Awards
I’ve got exciting news. Neil Patrick Harris has dropped out of hosting the Academy Awards this Sunday because he’s busy filming “How I Met Your… Read more »
Ukrainian revolutionary documents conflict using iPhone photos, videos
Klementia Dymyd was overlooking Kiev’s Independence Square from a nearby rooftop when three bullets barely missed her, hitting the metal roof she was standing on… Read more »
Restaurants participate in largest ever Downtown Syracuse Dining Weeks
This year, the 11th Annual Downtown Syracuse Dining Weeks will run from Feb. 16 to March 1. Spearheaded by the Downtown Committee of Syracuse and Renzi Foodservice, the event will be hosted around Armory Square. Read more »
SU alumni create app aimed to make snow plowing, lawn mowing easier
Andrew Englander and Wills Mahoney had a vision — instead of going out into the cold to shovel a driveway, customers could deal with the… Read more »
Beckman: Advancements in sex toys enhance sexual experiences
We are entering the golden age of sex. And no, it’s not because of “50 Shades of Grey.” It’s because of the increasing options and… Read more »
Westcott Theater owner creates class to teach live music promotion
The Westcott Theater owner sits with his back to a monitor that shows a live feed of every corner of the venue. The office from… Read more »
Work Wednesday: Tom Tran
On a typical morning at 8, the owner of Sweet Basil Thai House begins shopping for that day’s ingredients. Tom Tran always tries to buy… Read more »
Junior reflects on time spent as New York Fashion Week intern
Behind New York Fashion Week’s amazing shows, stunning models and smug designers is the unappreciated group of people that help make the shows come alive… Read more »
Tattoo Tuesday: Kayla Ford
Kayla Ford and her boyfriend, Josh Hickey, were together for three years before his life was cut short. The tattoo on Ford’s back, a drawing… Read more »
Store-bought items make for easy Mardi Gras treats
Characterized by fancy masks, traditional food and grand balls, Mardi Gras — or Fat Tuesday — is celebrated all over the world. In the United… Read more »
Indie garage rock band Harryhausen to release EP this spring
Despite its namesake, the band Harryhausen has nothing to do with the film industry. The group was founded by five Syracuse University students and is… Read more »
Gipson: Spread of industrialization causes damage to rural Singapore
When I traveled to the northwest region of Singapore, I almost thought I was in another country by the looks of it. Old-fashioned wagons, enclosed… Read more »
SU architecture club provides construction for local groups
Freedom by Design spans the country, but Syracuse’s branch builds bigger. A national organization under the American Institute of Architecture Students, Syracuse University’s Freedom by… Read more »
McDonell: Kanye West's new clothing line lacks luxurious design, misses the mark
Kanye West has a pretty wide, high-profile repertoire. He’s a 21-time Grammy winner, uber-famous rap star, songwriter, record producer, director and entrepreneur. And now you… Read more »
ArtRage Gallery to host local leaders for civil rights panel
Staring through a camera lens on March 21, 1965, Matt Herron walked backwards across the Edmund Pettus Bridge. He was documenting the historic third march… Read more »
Tang Flavor near Armory Square serves authentic Chinese food for reasonable price
I arrived at Tang Flavor, the self-proclaimed authentic Chinese food restaurant located less than a mile away from Armory Square, with very minimal expectations. But… Read more »
Meet Monday: Sahevaan Taneja
Ever since he was a child, Sahevaan Taneja had an affinity for remote-controlled airplanes. Taneja, now a freshman aerospace engineering major, was a regular sight… Read more »
SU alumna Ashley Iaconetti reflects on time spent as contestant on ‘The Bachelor’
With an opulent mansion, elaborate romantic getaways and stunning dresses, the ABC reality show “The Bachelor” makes falling in love look easy. But behind the… Read more »
