Syracuse University’s budget director responds to criticisms claiming lack of transparency
The University Senate's Budget Committee accused Syracuse University's budget office of a lack of transparency at Wednesday's senate meeting. Read more »
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What to watch for this weekend
Check out some newsworthy lectures and celebrations this weekend, including the 18th Annual ASIA Night. Read more »
Oakland University students hold an ‘Ask a Muslim’ panel to combat Islamophobia
Oakland University students created an "Ask a Muslim" panel to help combat Islamophobia and Muslim stereotypes. Read more »
How sexual assault on college campuses is reported differently at Syracuse University versus public institutions
Even after Syracuse University adopted in 2015 sexual assault prevention legislation that required it to make changes to its sexual assault policy, it is still unclear as to how many reports of sexual assault have been made by SU students due to the university's status as a private institution. Read more »
Officials discuss recent partnership between 2U, College of Law to create online program
SU’s College of Law announced last week that it would create a hybrid juris doctor program through a partnership with 2U. Read more »
Faculty voice complaints at academic year's final University Senate meeting
Discussion about transparency and faculty governance had surfaced at points throughout the semester, but it wasn’t until Wednesday’s meeting that it seemed to come to a head. Read more »
Stephanie Miner advises caution during Mayfest
Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner wrote a letter advising Syracuse University students to be mindful of their safety and considerate of residents living around Walnut Park during Mayfest on Friday. Read more »
SU Abroad adds courses in effort to increase number of students studying abroad
SU Abroad has added or will be adding STEM programs in Florence, Madrid and Strasbourg. Read more »
News to know: 10 stories to help you pass a current events quiz (April 20-26)
Check out what you need to know before your next current events quiz. Read more »
Syracuse University faculty members express concerns surrounding Fast Forward initiative
In his inauguration address on April 11, 2014, Syverud declared that he wanted Syracuse University to become an institution that embraces change. Since then, Fast Forward has become the central vehicle for that change. But some SU faculty members have expressed concern over Fast Forward initiatives. Read more »
Trump sweeps five Northeastern primaries, Clinton wins four
Both Trump and Clinton were expected to do well in Tuesday's contests — and with big wins, both are closer to clinching their respective party nominations. Read more »
Syracuse University students can vote on Campus Framework proposals
Syracuse University students can now access an online survey to indicate their preferences on three aspects of the Campus Framework plan. Read more »
Syracuse metropolitan area sees decrease in March unemployment rate
The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for March 2016 is 5.1 percent, which is down from 5.9 percent in March 2015. Read more »
Film critic speaks at Syracuse University about new book and the art of criticism
New York Times film critic A.O. Scott spoke in the Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium on Tuesday about his new book and the art of criticism. Read more »
Syracuse Housing Authority receives $100,000 to help people in justice system find jobs and housing
The Syracuse Housing Authority will receive $100,000 to help individuals in the justice system find jobs and housing. Read more »
SA Briefs: 3 takeaways from Monday’s meeting (April 25)
The short take on Monday's Student Association meeting. Read more »
Student Association officials give updates on key initiatives at semester's final meeting
Student Association President Aysha Seedat and Vice President Jane Hong announced Monday that mobile printing and the bike share program will be implemented in the fall. Read more »
How Syracuse University has improved the student veteran experience under Kent Syverud
SU Chancellor Kent Syverud said he would argue that Syracuse University is the best place for veterans. Read more »
Maxwell partners with 2U to create online Master degree in public administration
The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs is partnering with 2U for an online Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) degree that will begin in 2017. Read more »
Recently appointed law school dean lays out goals in inaugural address
Craig Boise looks to innovate and keep in mind how technology is changing the law and legal education as dean of SU's law school. Read more »
White House officials talk college affordability, post-college job prospects on conference call
The press call was prepared as a preview of Vice President Joe Biden and his wife Jill's visit to the Community College of Philadelphia on Monday. Read more »
Syracuse University professors discuss impact of controversial North Carolina bathroom law
Syracuse University professors discuss North Carolina legislation that bans transgender people from using the bathroom of the gender they identify with. Read more »
Former Chancellor Nancy Cantor made 342 percent more than the median salary of a private college president, study finds
The median salary of a private college or university president was $301,153, the study found. Former Chancellor Nancy Cantor made $1,028,969 in total compensation in 2012. Read more »
Gallery: Syracuse community gathers at annual Earthfest
A number of Syracuse University and SUNY-ESF students gathered in Thornden Park on Sunday to celebrate Earthfest. Read more »
