Syracuse students to receive free tickets to Colgate football game
All SU students will receive free tickets to Syracuse's season opener on Friday night. They must bring their SUID and enter the Carrier Dome through Gate E. Read more »
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Syracuse University prepares to embrace new change in overtime pay labor regulation
Ahead of changes in federal overtime pay rule, Syracuse University human resources has been preparing to make sure staff members receive benefits associated with the changes. Read more »
Syracuse resident provides back-to-school supplies to community through grassroots efforts
Mary Nelson has been providing school supplies and meals to students in the city of Syracuse every year since 2002 in light of the death of her nephew which was due to gun violence. Read more »
SU professor will stay active in politics despite loss in congressional primary
Syracuse University professor, Eric Kingson, reflects on experience in running for office as New York State’s representative for the 24th congressional district. Kingson said it was a rewarding experience, but he does not plan to run for a political office again. Read more »
Syracuse University to launch new initiatives in response to diversity report
Last week it was announced that Syracuse University will be launching various of the short term initiatives outlined in the report from SU Chancellor Kent Syverud’s Workgroup on Diversity and Inclusion. Read more »
'COACH K': Kenneth Kavajecz's climb from a small town to dean of a top-ranked business school
Three and a half years after Kavajecz was named dean of Whitman, the school has jumped from No. 72 to No. 23 in Bloomberg's undergraduate business school rankings. It's an ascent for the business school and Kavajecz, who was a first-generation college student. Read more »
Syracuse University under federal investigation for its handling of sexual assault
Following a Title IX complaint submitted by a former student, SU is being investigated by the Department of Education. The complaint in relation to the university's handling of a sexual assault case. Read more »
VPA film students bring concerns with senior film project to faculty
The senior project is often a milestone students look toward during their four years. But for VPA film students, it’s often a different reality. Read about how students are pushing for a new option for their final projects. Read more »
Eric Evangelista and Joyce LaLonde sworn in along with Student Association cabinet
Student Association president and vice president brought forward their 10 appointed cabinet members in front of SA voting members to inaugurate its 60th Session. Read more »
News Briefs: SA cabinet elected; 'Making a Murderer' lawyer to speak
Student Assocation's 60th cabinet was sworn in on Monday, including President Eric Evangelista and Vice President Joyce LaLonde. The lawyer from the Netflix original series, "Making a Murderer," will speak on campus in September. The Princeton Review ranked Syracuse University as the No.8 party school. Read more »
Syracuse University student health care will not be impacted by provider backing out of Obamacare exchanges
Syracuse University student health insurance plan will go into effect for all students starting this academic year. But there have been some concerns raised over the insurance requirement. Read more »
New dean prepares to take Maxwell School into the next chapter
Newly appointed Maxwell School dean David Van Slyke prepares to shape the future of the school with his experience, expertise and open communication. Read more »
Maxwell professor leads study on housing projects in Rio de Janeiro
John Burdick and other researchers will study different models of housing projects through observation as well as extensive interviews with families who reside in them. Read more »
Syracuse University professors receive $2.3 million grant to study relationship between chronic pain and alcohol consumption
Two Syracuse University psychology professors have received a substantial federal grant to study a correlation between chronic pain and alcohol consumption. Read more »
Ask the Experts: Should Americans worry about Zika?
The Daily Orange spoke with David Larsen, an assistant professor of public health at Syracuse University who specializes in the epidemiology of infectious diseases, about the Zika virus and its effect on American lives. Read more »
SA president and vice president plan to prioritize mental health and safety on campus
Ahead of Student Association's 60th session, President Eric Evangelista shares his plans and expresses enthusiasm in working as president. Read more »
Recently appointed VPA dean sets the stage for much-needed building renovations
Michael Tick was appointed as dean of Syracuse University's College of Visual and Performing Arts over the summer. As dean, he plans on making building improvements and increasing the school's international footprint. Read more »
SUNY-ESF students to no longer receive health care from SU Health Services
For the 2016-17 academic year, SUNY-ESF students will now be receiving health care from Crouse Medical Practice, located at 739 Irving Ave. across from the SU Health Services building located on Waverly Avenue. Read more »
Is college tuition insurance worth it? Experts differ in view
Tuition insurance is a paid option available to students to protect investment in case they have to withdraw from college due to illness or injury. Read more »
Parking lot near Marshall Street closes in preparation for building demolition and NVRC construction
A parking lot at the corner of Marshall Street and South Crouse Avenue will become unavailable starting Monday as part of the National Veterans Resource Complex construction work. Read more »
Lillian Slutzker remembered for her generosity, caring nature toward international students
Over the course of 18 years, Slutzker donated money periodically to the Slutzker Center for special projects and was also a major participant in the center. Read more »
James Franco to speak at Syracuse University during Homecoming Weekend
Award-winning actor James Franco will be coming to Syracuse University to speak at an event during this year’s Homecoming Weekend. Read more »
Crime this week: SUNY-ESF student arrested for possession of a controlled substance; 4 people arrested for shoplifting at Destiny USA
Here's a roundup of some crimes that occurred in the Syracuse-area this week, according to the police bulletin. Read more »
Syracuse City School District students show improved test scores, but still lag behind statewide scores
Students in third through eighth grades in the Syracuse City School District have improved their standardized test scores in both math and English, but the scores still lag behind statewide scores. Read more »
