'This is a major historic achievement': SA played key role in SU's new sustainability goals
SA President David Bruen said SU’s new sustainability date is a historic and rare accomplishment for a private university. Read more »
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State legislators introduce bills to combat 'swatting' amid NYS uptick in cases
Several state lawmakers introduced legislation to increase penalties for a person who commits a swatting following a rise in cases across New York state. Read more »
Former College of Arts and Sciences interim dean to serve as new provost for academic affairs
In her new role, Lois Agnew will assist Syracuse University Vice Chancellor, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Gretchen Ritter in supporting key academic initiatives. Read more »
DPS reports attempted sexual assault in Thornden Park
DPS said it received a report of an attempted sexual assault in Thornden Park at approximately 5 p.m. on Friday, according to a campus-wide email. Read more »
DPS receives false report of shooting at Maxwell School, 2nd this week
The false report of a shooting at the Maxwell School, which was announced by DPS on Friday, comes amid a rise in 'swatting' cases across New York state. Read more »
SU moves up net-zero emissions target by 8 years
SU announced it will pursue net-zero carbon emissions by 2032 along with other sustainability goals agreed upon by the Student Association. Read more »
Diving into Mayor Walsh's past proposed budgets, and what's new in his 2024 one
Walsh's past budgets have focused on economic and housing development and public safety. Read more »
DOE's new proposed Title IX regulations would address gender identity in athletics
If approved, Syracuse University will need to operate under new regulations from the Department of Education for Title IX’s application to athletics. Read more »
SU included in wave of schools targeted in 'swattings' across NYS
In the aftermath of a falsified report of a shooting, Syracuse University joins other state and national institutions dealing with a surge in swatting. Read more »
Transportation, on-campus housing at the forefront during SA's latest town hall
Syracuse University’s Student Association held its second Town Hall of the spring 2023 semester on Wednesday to discuss on-campus issues. Read more »
Beginning this summer, SUNY will end COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all 64 campuses
The SUNY system announced the end of its emergency COVID-19 vaccine mandate for its 64 campuses on Tuesday. Read more »
For the 1st time since 1967, Syracuse is rezoning following regional demographic shifts
Common councilors said the rezoning initiative's goals are expanding affordable housing and updating codes to reflect the city's diversity. Read more »
Former presidential candidate, businessman Tom Steyer speaks at SU
Steyer centered his talk on sustainability efforts and actions that could combat climate change during his Tuesday visit to Syracuse University. Read more »
Syracuse University to join Northeast University Semiconductor Network
Syracuse University will join the Northeast University Semiconductor Network, fostered by Micron and the National Science Foundation. Read more »
Syracuse University names 2023 SU Scholars, the highest undergraduate award
Syracuse University’s 12 University Scholars will be honored on Friday, April 21 at SU’s One University Awards ceremony. Read more »
Delta Tau Delta fraternity to return in fall 2023 following multi-year suspension
The vice president of membership for the national fraternity will visit Syracuse University on Wednesday as Delta Tau Delta's return looms. Read more »
Common Council approves use of ARPA funds to build affordable housing in Southside
The Syracuse City Common Council approved plans for the Department of Neighborhood and Business Development on Monday. Read more »
SA launches professional clothing drive, Spring Into Action service initiative
Starting on Wednesday, members of SU's Student Association and other students can volunteer as part of its annual Spring Into Action event. Read more »
Mayor Ben Walsh proposes $310 million city budget for fiscal year 2024
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh announced a $310 million budget for the 2024 fiscal year at Monday’s Common Council meeting. Read more »
Here's a timeline of DPS' response to Sunday's false on-campus shooting report
Following a false report of a shooting at Syracuse University Sunday night, here is how Syracuse Police and the Department of Public Safety responded. Read more »
SU joins Schumer, Micron's new chip workforce training network of over 20 institutions
Over 20 higher education institutions and stakeholders in the northeastern U.S. will join to facilitate workforce training for the semiconductor industry. Read more »
Campus active shooter report false, DPS confirms
DPS confirmed that a Sunday night report of an on-campus shooting was false. Read more »
Revisiting last year's city budget ahead of Mayor Ben Walsh’s FY24 proposal
The new budget proposal, which is expected to be announced Monday afternoon, will be finalized by the Syracuse Common Council in May. Read more »
Community involvement initiative 'SA on Tour' to launch this week
Members on SA will engage with students and registered student organizations through “SA on Tour,” which will begin this week. Read more »
