Official looks for snow removal ideas during Mayor Ben Walsh’s ‘Snow Safety Summit’
The summit was held Thursday night at the Dr. Edwin E. Weeks Elementary School. Read more »
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SUNY-ESF President Quentin Wheeler responds to student government resolution
After SUNY-ESF’s Undergraduate Student Association passed a resolution calling for increased communication from the administration, President Quentin Wheeler responded by saying he will send out regular executive updates, keep progress reports on major academic plans and increase his presence on campus. Read more »
Syracuse University announces appointment of permanent Title IX officer
Sheila Johnson-Willis, the appointee, had served as interim chief equal opportunity and Title IX officer since 2015. Read more »
President Quentin Wheeler stresses need to increase revenue in ‘state of the college’ address
SUNY-ESF faces an ongoing budget deficit and reduction in state aid. Read more »
SUNY-ESF Board of Trustees to increase scrutiny over administrative consultation
Matthew Marko, chairman of the SUNY-ESF Board of Trustees, asked the administration to provide monthly updates on an advisory council’s efforts to improve communication between faculty and administrators. Read more »
Department chair removals caused ‘unnecessary damage’ to SUNY-ESF’s reputation, faculty union president says
Frederick Kowal, president of United University Professions, voiced concern about the January department chair removals in a Wednesday email to union members. Read more »
Graduate Student Organization members express frustration over private meeting
GSO President Jack Wilson said he was notified of a plan to potentially replace Student Legal Services after a meeting with university leaders had already occurred. Read more »
Dozens of fire alarms set off by e-cigarettes, popcorn disturb the sleep of students living in Lawrinson Hall
Many freshmen dread the 20-story walk down and ensuing 20-story walk back up during alarms at the hall. Read more »
College of Law designated as New York science and technology center
The College of Law was the first law school to start a law commercialization program, a university official said. Read more »
University Hill developers say extensive ReZone Syracuse project could benefit property owners
The ReZone Syracuse project was first launched in 2015 by former Mayor Stephanie Miner. Read more »
Biotechnology research isn’t slowing down anytime soon at Syracuse University
While research in biotechnology and forensics have been steady or increasing slowly, central New York is looking to become a center for the field. Read more »
Syracuse churches offer public sanctuary for undocumented immigrants as form of resistance
The churches will provide sanctuary to undocumented immigrants facing deportation and legal battles. Read more »
Dean addresses College of Engineering and Computer Science’s Transformation Plan
The Transformation Plan is a multi-million dollar set of initiatives to advance goals of the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Read more »
SUNY-ESF officials encourage students to promote inclusivity and diversity
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity committee builds connections with the community and encourages students to create a welcoming campus atmosphere. Read more »
Syracuse University researchers publish book on malicious computer anomalies
The book is for beginners interested in the field of cybersecurity and anyone interested in understanding the algorithms used to combat malware. Read more »
Public colleges reporting student suicide statistics is complicated, experts say
The Associated Press recently found that less than half of 100 of the largest public colleges in the United States currently track student suicides. Read more »
Syracuse University opens Ombuds Office for confidential conflict resolution
An ombudsperson confidentially and impartially hears complaints from students, faculty and staff regarding policies and incidents. Read more »
Some SU athletes said they were forced into majors ‘they did not want,’ following national trend
The university’s Faculty Oversight Committee released a report detailing those concerns last semester. Read more »
6 assembly members elected Monday night
Syracuse University’s Student Association on Monday confirmed six new appointments to the organization’s assembly. Read more »
International student enrollment is decreasing nationwide, but not at SU
Syracuse University is unaffected by a trend of international student enrollment decline. Read more »
Mayor Ben Walsh promises to improve ‘quality of life’ in Syracuse
Walsh has announced snow removal plans and the expected establishment of a Quality of Life Committee, among other things. Read more »
$20,000 grant program to support accessibility ideas
Syracuse University announced the launch of the grants program on Monday. Read more »
Don’t own a bike in Syracuse? You could be able to rent one by the end of the year.
Mayor Ben Walsh initially proposed the idea during his “state of the city” speech late last month. Read more »
Textbook bundles hurt college affordability for students, study finds
A recent study found that bundled textbooks can negatively impact college affordability. Read more »
