College of Arts and Sciences sees renewed focus under Syverud
The College of Arts and Sciences looks to improve under Chancellor Kent Syverud and a new dean, who will be named in the coming months, after years of neglect. Read more »
On Campus
Organization passes 4 resolutions about THE General Body sit-in
The Graduate Student Organization passed four resolutions on Wednesday relating to the protests that have been going on since Nov. 3 in Crouse-Hinds Hall. Read more »
SU geography students launch website to increase exposure
Syracuse University senior geography students have launched a website that aims to expose a wider range of people to the topic. Potential geography majors, whether they… Read more »
Goldstein Alumni and Faculty Center
Program allows students to have lunch with faculty starting in Spring 2015
Starting in Spring 2015, Syracuse University students can have lunch with SU faculty and staff members for free. With $3,000 approved from the Student Advancement… Read more »
Many part-time faculty say they deserve better salaries, benefits
An overall trend in higher education has shown that hiring part-time faculty has become increasingly popular. But while a majority of the educators on campus are not full-time faculty, many on campus feel adjuncts and part-time faculty aren’t receiving the salaries and benefits they deserve. Read more »
Protesters deliver letter to Chancellor Kent Syverud's house, invite him to continue negotiations
Members of THE General Body delivered a letter to Chancellor Kent Syverud at his house on Tuesday inviting him to continue negotiations on its set of grievances and demands. Read more »
SU community attends forum, discusses concerns with workgroup
Several associate deans, professors and undergraduate students from the Undergraduate Excellence Focus Group joined assembly members of the Student Association on Monday to discuss concerns… Read more »
SU appoints former NASA administrator as 17th University Professor
Former NASA Administrator and United States Secretary of the Navy Sean O’Keefe is set to hold the title of University Professor. Syracuse University Vice Chancellor… Read more »
Gallery: Syracuse University students, faculty rally outside Hall of Languages to support THE General Body
On Monday afternoon, faculty and community members gathered at the Remembrance Wall in front of the Hall of Languages to show their support for THE General Body and the sit-in. Read more »
Syracuse University community members rally outside Hall of Languages to support sit-in
More than 150 members of the SU community, including faculty and staff gathered near the Remembrance Wall Monday to take part in the latest rally held by THE General Body. Read more »
Despite renovation efforts, areas of Syracuse University still need repairs
The condition of buildings across the Syracuse University campus varies widely. Going forward, the Campus Master Plan, which is currently being developed, will play a major role in determining what SU will look like in the years ahead. Read more »
SU students volunteer for summer camp helping children of cancer-diagnosed parents
People of all ages can be affected by cancer, but sometimes the children of adults fighting the battle can fall out of the spotlight and… Read more »
Tobacco-free campus policy to be enforced by members of SU community
After announcing a campus-wide smoking ban last week, it remains unclear how Syracuse University will enforce the policy. Last Tuesday, SU announced a new policy… Read more »
Weekend roundup: Nov. 13-16
Over the course of the weekend, Syracuse University announced changes to Huntington Beard Crouse, Zephyr Teachout spoke to the SU community and the iSchool held the fifth annual MLB.com College Challenge. Read more »
Student protesters denied meeting with legal counsel after receiving copies of student code of conduct from administration
Syracuse University students spending the weekend in Crouse-Hinds Hall as part of the ongoing sit-in were denied a meeting with legal counsel after copies of the student code of conduct were delivered to them Friday evening. Read more »
Syracuse University officials deliver copies of student code of conduct to protesters in Crouse-Hinds
Syracuse University officials delivered copies of the student code of conduct and the non-disruption policy on Friday night to protesters remaining in Crouse-Hinds Hall. Read more »
Student protesters rally outside chancellor's house, hold vigil on importance of mental health
Members of THE General Body took part in a protest, a rally and a vigil on Friday as the group’s sit-in stretches into its second weekend. Read more »
Huntington Beard Crouse renovations to begin in May, improve accessibility
Renovations to Huntington Beard Crouse Hall, slated to start this summer, will make the building more accessible, Syracuse University announced in a release Friday morning.… Read more »
Student protesters say sit-in will continue until demands are met
Student protesters said Thursday afternoon they're prepared to stay in Crouse-Hinds Hall as long as it takes even if that means staying in the building through Thanksgiving break. Read more »
Chancellor Kent Syverud urges Syracuse University community to move forward from sit-in
In an interview Thursday afternoon, Chancellor Kent Syverud said he’s learned a lot during the ongoing sit-in being held by students, but said it’s time to move on. Read more »
THE General Body responds to Chancellor Syverud's email on Wednesday night
In a statement, THE General Body said Syverud’s email was “counterproductive to the negotiation process” and that the administration’s response is vague, not transparent and excludes student voices. Read more »
Focus group listens to student input about sexual assault services on campus
A student focus group was held on Wednesday night to hear student concerns and ideas about sexual violence prevention, education and advocacy at Syracuse University.… Read more »
'Elect Her' workshop to be held Saturday, aims to increase women’s roles in student government and leadership positions
The "Elect Her" workshop, which aims to increase women’s roles in student government and leadership positions, will be held on Saturday in the Sheraton Hotel. Read more »
Syracuse University releases final response to THE General Body list of demands
In the document, the university addresses both the issues raised by the demands document, as well as responses previously submitted by both the administration and THE General Body. Read more »
