VPA students’ films screened at national shorts festivals
Several film students from the College of Visual and Performing Arts had their class projects featured at film festivals across the country this fall. Read more »
Slice of Life
HBO political talk show host Bill Maher to perform at Oncenter
Comedian and political satirist Bill Maher will perform at The Oncenter in Syracuse on Sunday. Maher currently hosts the program “Real Time with Bill Maher” on HBO. Read more »
Netflix co-founder Marc Randolph: ‘Anyone can innovate and dream big’
The former Netflix CEO urged an audience of several hundred on Tuesday afternoon in Syracuse to think of big ideas. Read more »
Student-led initiatives continue to combat sexual assaults on campus
One year after the #MeToo movement first went viral, student-led activism is redefining the landscape of how sexual assaults are handled on college campuses — and empowering victims that their voices and experiences are valid. Read more »
Orange After Dark hosts series of late night activities on weekend nights
SU’s Orange After Dark fall events featuring events such as a midterms pancake breakfast, free weekend movie screenings and an end-of-semester formal. Read more »
Owner of Alto Cinco says much has changed for women in the restaurant industry
Though gender bias is still apparent in the restaurant industry today, Johanna Yorke of Syracuse-based Alto Cinco had made a name for herself. Read more »
Vera House promotes new initiatives, says prevention is a ‘community job’
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the Vera House is unveiling two new initiatives to help combat sexual assault and domestic violence in the central New York community. Read more »
Co-founder of Netflix featured at Upstate Venture Connect conference
Marc Randolph, the co-founder and former CEO of Netflix, will speak at a business convention in Syracuse on Tuesday. Read more »
OUTNUMBERED: One year after #MeToo, women engineering students say they still feel left out in the classroom
SU women engineering students are significantly outnumbered by men in nearly every classroom. More than a year after the #MeToo movement swept social media, women engineers still grapple with the effects of working in a men-dominated industry. Read more »
Original Grain gets hip with a Hip Hop Brunch
Original Grain, a restaurant located in Downtown Syracuse, serves up live DJ performances alongside its weekend brunch. Read more »
46th annual LaFayette Apple Festival to bring community together at Tully Farms
The 46th annual LaFayette Apple Festival will feature nearly 400 vendors, including artisans and crafters as well as local nonprofit organizations. Read more »
From college duo to group of 9, Turkuaz to play at Westcott Theater
Funk and R&B group Turkuaz will kick off the fall leg of their 2018 tour with a performance at the Westcott Theater this Thursday. Read more »
Your ultimate guide for specialty coffee blends, origins in Syracuse
Here’s a breakdown of all the local blends and origins to kick International Coffee Day into full gear. Read more »
Indie coffee shops, corporate chains are making coffee fair trade and sustainable
In celebration of International Coffee Day on Sept. 29, large and small Syracuse businesses alike are committing to incorporating fairly-traded, sustainably-sourced coffee into their roasts. Read more »
More than just a campus cafe, People’s Place seeks to provide comfort for all
Located at the heart of campus in Hendricks Chapel, People’s Place aims to cultivate an environment where community members can share a cup of coffee and find a sense of home. Read more »
Mello Velo, a bike shop and cafe in 1
Mello Velo started out as a bike shop in 2009 and has since expanded its business, incorporating biking-inspired decor and menu at their Canal Street cafe. Read more »
16th annual SU Human Rights Film Festival brings stories around the world to campus
The 16th annual SU Human Rights Film Festival is this weekend and it features five films that urge students to engage and ‘take action’ in the community. Read more »
Light Work announces 2019 lineup of Artists-In-Residence
Since 1976, more than 400 artists spanning every U.S. state and fifteen different countries have participated in the program. Read more »
Meet the man behind the concerts, UU President Andrew Idarraga
University Union’s current president, Andrew Idarraga, is prioritizing inclusivity and representation when it comes to campus events. Read more »
InclusiveU will bring students to DC for a screening of ‘Intelligent Lives’
Dan Habib’s documentary, “Intelligent Lives,” features three individuals with disabilities and how they interact with the world around them. Read more »
Onondaga Art Guild provides creative space for all mediums and talents
The Onondaga Art Guild offers local artists the opportunity to display their work and connect with other artists in the Syracuse community. Read more »
VPA student starts upcycled bow tie business
Jacob deHahn is carving out a niche in the fashion world with his personal twist on bow ties. Each tie has a story as original as the person who wears it. Read more »
UU to host advanced screening of Cooper, Gaga film ‘A Star Is Born’
“A Star is Born,” starring Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga, tells the love story of two musicians who meet at a bar. An advanced screening will take place on Monday night at 8 p.m. Read more »
Westcott Street Cultural Fair stays true to its cause 27 years later
The 27th annual Westcott Street Cultural Fair took place on Sunday and featured more than 70 local artisans, performers and community organizations. Read more »
