Syracuse University alumnus encourages university community to give back
As a part of Syracuse University's Philanthropy Week, SU alumnus Jim Carrick spoke to members of the university community about the importance of giving back. Read more »
On Campus
Report outlines suggestions for improving Syracuse University campus diversity and inclusion
The Chancellor's Workgroup on Diversity and Inclusion released a report on Monday detailing some aspirational goals as how to the university could improve diversity and inclusion on campus. Read more »
7 takeaways from Chancellor’s Workgroup on Diversity and Inclusion report
The report made recommendations about how SU can increase diversity and inclusion on campus Read more »
Project encourages Syracuse University students to get engaged in primary and general elections
Syracuse University is encouraging its students to get involved in the 2016 primary and general elections with its Student Voter Registration Project. Read more »
Campus climate survey deadline extended due to lack of response
The low response rate may have to do with the fact that some students think the climate survey is about weather. Read more »
Here's why seniors are being asked to donate money to Syracuse University before they graduate
Current seniors are being encouraged to donate to the university as part ofPhilanthropy Week, a weeklong campaign that aims to raise awareness about the positive impact giving back as on society and the university. Read more »
Maxwell ranked No. 1 graduate school for public affairs for 8th consecutive time
For the eighth consecutive time, the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University has been ranked the No. 1 graduate school of public affairs by U.S. News & World Report. Read more »
News briefs: What you may have missed over break
Here are some news stories that you may have missed during Spring Break. Read more »
Community honors memory of late Syracuse University student Justin Robinson at memorial service
Friends of the late Justin Robinson, a Syracuse University senior who died on Sunday, gathered in Hendricks Chapel on Thursday evening to honor Robinson's memory. Read more »
How a former Syracuse University student allegedly stole 22 computers from Link Hall
A former Syracuse University student is suspected of stealing 22 computers from Link Hall and has been arrested. Read more »
Madeleine Albright to speak at Syracuse University
Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright will be speaking at the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University on April 5 for the Tanner Lecture on Ethics, Citizenship and Public Responsibility. Read more »
What to watch out for this weekend
Here is a roundup of events to check out before Spring Break. Read more »
Congressional candidate Steve Williams advocates for campaign finance reform
Williams encouraged an audience at Syracuse University to fight to repeal the decision made in the landmark campaign finance court case, Citizens United v. Federal Election Committee. Read more »
Syracuse University students debate hate speech policies at forum
Syracuse University students addressed hate speech concerns at a forum hosted by the Graduate Student Organization on Wednesday night. Read more »
13 of 22 computers stolen from Link Hall have been recovered, former SU student arrested for burglary
Thirteen of the 22 computers that were stolen from Link Hall on Feb. 19 have been recovered. A former Syracuse University student has been arrested for the burglary. Read more »
How the SU Fit Families program helps children with disabilities
SU Fit Families, a research-based physical activity program, is currently accepting applications for its five one-day workshops, which will assess families with children aged 5-10 with autism on a variety of physical skills. Read more »
Professors question effectiveness of voter-candidate matching website
VoterGuru helps users find the political candidates that match with them based on their ideologies and personal beliefs. But Syracuse University professors doubt the effectiveness of the website. Read more »
Syracuse University Libraries receives donation to boost adult education materials
A former SU faculty member donated $50,000 to SU libraries to increase materials used to train and educate adults. Read more »
Dacher Keltner explains the science of compassion in 1st University Lecture of semester
UC Berkeley professor Dacher Keltner wants to make the world a more compassion place and on Tuesday in Hendricks Chapel he explains why that is. Read more »
Officials discuss how to hold Syracuse University accountable for student athletes' academic performances
Officials inside and outside Syracuse University's Athletics Department discuss how to hold the university accountable for the academic performances of its student athletes. Read more »
Family and friends remember late Syracuse University student Justin Robinson
Loved ones of late Syracuse University senior Justin Robinson reflect on the student's positive attitude and many passions. Read more »
Chancellor Kent Syverud reflects on NCAA report 1-year after its release
Just over one year after the NCAA sanctions against Syracuse University dropped, Chancellor Kent Syverud discusses his issues with the length of the roughly 8-year investigation and its consequences. Read more »
Budget cuts affect relationship between Syracuse University, Syracuse City School District and University Lecture Series
Esther Gray’s retirement from running the University Lecture Series shook up how the lecture series is organized, and as this transition in leadership progresses, some are calling for a reestablishment of the once strong partnership between Syracuse University and local school districts. Read more »
Associated Press reporter Kathy Gannon receives free speech award and reflects on challenges of reporting in Afghanistan and Pakistan
Associated Press correspondent Kathy Gannon reflected on the loss of her friend and colleague in an April 2014 attack in Afghanistan when she received the Tully Award for Free Speech on Monday. Read more »
