New York stockpiles supplies for height of coronavirus outbreak
The state has been storing medical supplies, such as ventilators and protective equipment, at a warehouse in New Jersey for when hospitals experience an influx of patients. Read more »
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SU faculty, students 3D print face shields for health care workers
As the novel coronavirus virus continues to spread across New York state, Syracuse University has joined nationwide efforts to support health care providers amid the outbreak. Read more »
Students from across the US return home, cancel plans due to coronavirus
SU students from across the country told The Daily Orange that the virus has changed their hometowns, and that they’re concerned for the people in their communities as the pandemic continues. Read more »
Coronavirus cases in Onondaga County rise to 194
The county experienced its greatest spike in confirmed cases of the coronavirus Sunday, officials said. It also reported its first recoveries. Read more »
New York state orders workers to stay home through April 15
After April 15, the order will be reviewed every two weeks. Read more »
DPS to enforce social distancing for off-campus residents
DPS will work with city and county officials to enforce Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s order for residents to remain at home unless necessary. Read more »
Coronavirus cases in Onondaga County jump to 146
Of the 146 cases in Onondaga County, 20 are hospitalized and eight are in critical condition. Read more »
New York postpones presidential primary to June 23
The state’s presidential primary was previously scheduled for April 28. It will now be held alongside the state’s congressional and legislative primaries, already taking place June 23. Read more »
Video: How SU students used art to fight back against racist graffiti
After racist graffiti was found in the Comstock Art Facility late last November, students fought back by painting a mural over it. What story will… Read more »
SU student stuck in Peru after border closure
Peruvian President Martín Vizcarra declared a state of emergency March 15, instituting a 15-day quarantine and restricting international travel amid the coronavirus pandemic. Read more »
Professors host online forum to discuss coronavirus with students
Students in the forum discussed their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more »
Walsh urges residents to practice serious social distancing measures
Although the Syracuse Police Department has more important things to do than enforce public health orders, they’re prepared to do so, the mayor said. Read more »
Sadia Ahmed, Yanan Wang announce SA presidential candidacy
Residence Hall Association President Sadia Ahmed and ASIA President Yanan Wang declared their run for Student Association leadership on social media Wednesday. Read more »
New York to open medical centers in colleges, public spaces
Cuomo is also considering using retrofitting dorms at two CUNY colleges—City College and Queens College—to serve as medical sites. Read more »
Carrier Dome renovations likely halted by latest nonessential work order
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo released a revised list on Friday morning determining essential and non-essential businesses. Read more »
SU to hold graduation ceremony based on feedback from Class of 2020
The potential on-campus Commencement ceremonies would be held once public health officials agree large public gatherings are safe and appropriate. Read more »
Onondaga County tests over 2,200 people for coronavirus
Over 600 of the COVID-19 tests were received in the past 24 hours. Read more »
SU’s Manley Field House could serve as surge hospital
In Onondaga County, the coronavirus case total rose to 111 Thursday. Read more »
State seeks solution to ventilator shortage as coronavirus cases surge
The death rate from the virus in New York state is increasing, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said at a briefing Thursday. Read more »
SU to continue paying student employees
SU will pay student employees two weeks of wages and continue paying work-study employees until the end of the semester. Read more »
Syracuse businesses struggle under social distancing measures
As local business owners work to keep their operations afloat amid the COVID-19 outbreak, local, state and federal officials are scrambling to mitigate the economic fallout. Read more »
21 more coronavirus cases confirmed in Onondaga County
The county has confirmed 81 total cases of COVID-19 as of Wednesday afternoon. Read more »
SU student workers return home uncertain of employment
After on-campus courses were suspended for the rest of the semester due to the coronavirus pandemic, several students said they're unsure of the stability of their campus jobs. Read more »
Julio Burgos announces SA comptroller candidacy
As comptroller, Burgos plans build a closer relationship with student leaders to ensure that all SU student organizations have an equal opportunity to receive funding. Read more »
