SU alumnus raises money to send 400 kids to Texas Bowl
A Syracuse University alumnus is getting into the spirit of giving by attempting to raise more than $12,000 to send 400 underprivileged children to the… Read more »
Culture
University Union brings film festival back to campus with new format
After a year-long hiatus, Syracuse University’s annual film festival will return to campus this April as a springboard for aspiring filmmakers. The event, which is… Read more »
Spirited traditions: Jolly cast makes up for lack of fluidity in rendition of holiday classic
Traditions exist to be comforting, and winter performances of “A Christmas Carol” are no exception. Playing now through Dec. 29 at Syracuse Stage is a… Read more »
Hudson Mohawke spins energetic, eclectic mix
Two DJs took Syracuse University students on an electronic dance music journey, spanning classical music to modern hip-hop as samples for their sets. On Wednesday,… Read more »
All of the lights: Annual festival illuminates Onondaga Lake Park for the holidays
With all the anxiety that comes with finals, many students might forget to soak up the joy of the holiday season. Fortunately, the Lights on… Read more »
Beer Bites: Great Lakes Brewing Co. Christmas Ale
With the semester winding down and the holidays fast approaching, there are really only two things we should be doing: trying not to weep soft,… Read more »
End of semester prompts questions about change in leadership, lifestyle
Coming back from Thanksgiving is always weird. It’s like Syracuse dangled the tantalizing prospect of finally being able to sleep and then yanked it back,… Read more »
Gifting season: Homemade holiday recipe jars make for easy, delicious do-it-yourself presents
It’s easy to get wrapped up in the spirit of giving during the month of December, no matter what holiday you might celebrate. Spend a… Read more »
Girl on fire: New characters, director bring more intensity to latest 'Hunger Games' film
With a jaw-dropping surprise twist at the end, the long-awaited “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” premiere doesn’t disappoint long-time fans of the novels. “Catching Fire”… Read more »
From the box office: Nov. 29-Dec. 1
Very few movies came out this past weekend, and those that did are sitting in the shadow of the big-name hits from two weeks ago.… Read more »
Thaw: Blind date experience leads to reflection about past year in relationships
Post-Thanksgiving and pre-finals made for a crazy Monday, and it wasn’t until I heard from my editor — “He’ll meet you tonight at 7:45 in… Read more »
Cool colors: Make drab winter wardrobe a little less frightful, include vibrant tones that are oh so delightful
This time of year, it can be hard to look your best. Between Syracuse’s frigid temperatures and endless finals stress, the temptation to throw on… Read more »
Back to life: M.I.A. returns after three-year hiatus, releases versatile Hindu-inspired album
M.I.A. is at it again. The British-Sri Lankan rapper’s fourth studio album "Matangi" came out last month. The title is a hybrid of the artist's… Read more »
Tattoo Tuesday: Liza Posner
Though she never really considered getting inked, Liza Posner, a junior advertising major, had a vision for a tattoo that she had to make a… Read more »
Student concludes semester-long quest to compare Italy, America
At the beginning of the semester, I asked myself: Which is better, America or Italy? The answer came to me a while ago, and even… Read more »
Little Italy: Grotto dishes out Americanized Italian cuisine
When you walk through the front door of Grotto in North Syracuse, you are suddenly transported to a sophisticated, simpler time. As Michael Bublé and… Read more »
Clinton Square opens ice rink for holidays
Decorated with a 60-foot Norway spruce Christmas tree and its very own outdoor ice-skating rink, Clinton Square is the Syracuse equivalent to Rockefeller Center’s iconic… Read more »
Belmonte: Pajamas offer comfortable alternative for holiday attire
The most wonderful time of the year is almost here: Winter Break. In just a few short weeks, we will all get a much-needed reprieve… Read more »
Lessons learned: Syracuse native returns to college, starts business to prevent young girls from dropping out of school
After dropping out of college, Nasha Barnes wanted to make sure no one else would do the same. “I remember this statement that was said… Read more »
APPreciation: Gift Wizard, Santa's Bag, RedLaser, Jifti
For those of us not inclined to brave the Black Friday crowds, holiday shopping can be daunting. But procrastination isn't exactly the best option —… Read more »
Student recounts experience handling balloon in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Editor's note: For this story, one writer shares her first-hand account of what it's like to be a balloon holder in the 87th Annual Macy's… Read more »
Afternoon delight: Eighth annual Wine and Chocolate Festival sells desserts, drinks from local wineries, raises money for cancer research
For those not headed home for Thanksgiving, fear not. You can spend your time sampling an abundance of wine and chocolate. The 8th Annual Central… Read more »
Make it mesh: Students promote literacy through biannual magazine, workshops
Syracuse University students are bridging the gap between the community and the university, one stanza at a time. On Tuesday, Merging Expression and Scholarship through… Read more »
Volunteers bake pies for Syracuse-area residents
The kitchen hummed with the buzz of chopping, peeling and mixing as six students bustled around the house of Gail Riina, the Lutheran chaplain at… Read more »
