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 »
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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 »
International students enjoy time at SU, but some say there's a divide with American students
There are 4,004 international students at SU and some say they enjoy their time at the university, but some say there's a divide with American students. 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 »
Microsoft store to open in Destiny USA on Thursday
A new Microsoft store located at Destiny USA will have its grand opening on Thursday morning. Read more »
Number of schools offering test-optional admission continues to grow
The long time relevance of ACT and SAT scores in the college admissions process may be declining, as the trend of test-optional and test-flexible schools… Read more »
New York University students develop app to send leftover food to service organizations
Two juniors at New York University are creating a website and app to tackle hunger with a simple idea: connect corporate events with leftover foods… 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 »
Posse Foundation president commends Syracuse University Posse scholars, urges them to 'get back to classes'
In a message sent Wednesday night to Syracuse University Posse scholars, Deborah Bial, president and founder of The Posse Foundation, acknowledged the ongoing sit-in at Crouse-Hinds Hall, and spoke about the future of the program at SU. Read more »
Department of Public Safety reports larceny on East Raynor Avenue
The Department of Public Safety is investigating a larceny of a cell phone, which took place on Tuesday around 7 p.m. Three young men approached… Read more »
Graduate Student Organization responds to THE General Body list of demands
Many demands voiced by THE General Body, the group holding the sit-in, are “common problems” that align with GSO concerns. But it is GSO’s responsibility to represent all graduate students on campus. Read more »
SU expects enrollment to increase for winter break courses
More than 200 Syracuse University students are predicted to enroll in classes over winter break through the Winterlude program this year, about double the number… Read more »
Syracuse applies for Promise Zone grant for Southside neighborhood
The Syracuse Common Council voted unanimously on Monday to pass legislation in hopes of creating Promise Zones, programs created by President Barack Obama, on the Southside of Syracuse. Read more »
SU community members raise concerns regarding recent changes to Comstock, Waverly
Roadway changes implemented on Waverly and Comstock avenues three weeks ago have led to some concerns and confusion amongst Syracuse University community members. The project… Read more »
SU announces plans to become a tobacco-free campus starting in July 2015
Syracuse University will become a tobacco-free campus on July 1, 2015, according to an email sent to the campus community Tuesday afternoon. The university will begin a phased approach to implement a tobacco-free campus for the 2015–16 academic year, according to the email. Read more »
Innocence Project co-founder speaks on DNA cases
Barry Scheck, an attorney, DNA expert and co-founder of the Innocence Project, delivered the final University Lecture of the semester Tuesday night in Hendricks Chapel. Read more »
SU holds annual Veterans Day ceremony in Hendricks Chapel
Syracuse University held its annual Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. on Tuesday. Members of the SU community gathered to pay tribute to the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Read more »
Assembly creates ad hoc committee to address demands document of THE General Body
The Student Association voted on Monday to create a seven-person ad hoc committee that will read and make recommendations about THE General Body’s grievance and… Read more »
Captain stars for ESF timber team after nearly having to give up playing sports
Mitch Hooker, an ESF timber athlete, nearly had to give up on sports because of a back injury. Read more »
Study shows smallmouth bass’s weight increases with growth of gobies
Smallmouth bass aren’t small anymore, according to a recent SUNY-ESF study. As part of his dissertation at the State University of New York College of… Read more »
