SPD, DPS to increase presence slightly due to new entrance, Boston attacks
This year’s MayFest will have a slightly heightened level of security due to a new entrance into its Walnut Park location and the recent attacks… Read more »
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Guiding their future: As first class to attend college on Say Yes to Education scholarships graduates, program enters time of transition
When they first heard about Say Yes to Education, members of the Syracuse City School District’s class of 2009 didn’t buy it. “It was one… Read more »
DJ duo The Chainsmokers will headline MayFest concert in Walnut Park
DJ duo The Chainsmokers has been added to the list of opening acts at Friday’s Mayfest in Walnut Park. Syracuse University alumnus Drew Taggart and… Read more »
SU expands insurance coverage to cover cost of transition-related services for transgender faculty,staff
Syracuse University has joined a growing list of colleges that cover the cost of transition-related services for transgender faculty and staff members under insurance policies.… Read more »
Ann Coulter's upcoming visit to SU sparks reactions from College Democrats, Republicans
Ann Coulter’s upcoming visit to campus has sparked a variety of reactions from Syracuse University students on both sides of the political aisle. Coulter, a… Read more »
Cash flow: As SU continues to expand, officials call increased debt manageable
In less than 10 years, Syracuse University has spent more than $300 million on campus expansion. During Chancellor Nancy Cantor’s tenure at SU, the university… Read more »
Balloon framing in houses near campus creates safety, fire hazards
A fire that broke out at an Ostrom Avenue home last week may have spread more quickly because the house was built with balloon framing.… Read more »
SU launches second round of facade improvement program
The streets along the Connective Corridor might be a bit brighter in the coming months thanks to renovations. The improvements are part of the Connective… Read more »
Electric slide: Four Syracuse neighborhoods to compete in Central New York Energy Challenge with goal of lowering energy costs
Four neighborhood associations in Syracuse are now competing in the Central New York Energy Challenge, an energy consumption awareness program with the goal of informing… Read more »
Rap group Drop City Yacht Club to open Block Party
West Coast-based hip-hop group Drop City Yacht Club will open for Ke$ha and Trey Songz at Block Party this Friday. Formerly known as The Freshmen,… Read more »
Davis, Lang appeal dismissal of slander suit against Boeheim, SU
Former Syracuse basketball ball boys Bobby Davis and Mike Lang have returned to the court system to appeal the dismissal of their slander suit against… Read more »
SU officials discuss potential use of space in Schine Student Center
Nap space, a three-lane bowling alley and more easily accessible coffee were among the suggestions tossed around to fill the space that will be vacated… Read more »
Disagreement surrounds SU's payment of Big East conference exit fee
When it comes to paying Syracuse University's Big East conference exit fee, faculty and staff just want the process to be fair. "We're a rational… Read more »
Documentary premiere, panel discussion highlight lacrosse culture, history
Since lacrosse started as an important part of Native American culture, it has evolved into a game played by wide variety of people extending beyond… Read more »
Return on investment: During time at Whitman, Dean Melvin Stith worked to build student-centered community
Melvin Stith’s wife, Patricia, could not find the photo she was looking for. She clicked feverishly on every photo icon on her desktop computer in… Read more »
Bilingual library to open in Near Westside Latino cultural center La Casita
La Casita Cultural Center’s bilingual library is more than just books and shelves — it’s a way to connect different generations and cultures. After years… Read more »
SU announces 2013-14 Remembrance Scholars
A plaque in the Student Association offices. Stories of a Delta Tau Delta fraternity brother who died too soon. A video of a 1988 newscast… Read more »
City ordinance could change location of Sound Garden
A revised Syracuse Common Council ordinance has forced an Armory Square music store to change its operation habits — putting its future in question. The… Read more »
Public record: Social media provides opportunity for employers to research job applicants
The job market is the latest avenue social media is invading. Whether through Facebook, Twitter or Vine, employers are scanning social media profiles to gain… Read more »
Beautiful day in the neighborhood: OrangeSeeds group organizes community service event to clean up Syracuse Northside
Beautification of the city of Syracuse is not a small task. It calls for a big event. On Saturday, hundreds of students volunteered on the… Read more »
Composting at Ernie Davis Dining Center promotes sustainability on campus
When students eat at Ernie Davis Dining Center on Monday, they’ll be participating in Earth Day without even realizing it. For the past three years,… Read more »
Accepted students experience SU spirit at 'Own the Dome' event
On Sunday, about 600 admitted students had a sleepover in the Carrier Dome. The event, called “Own the Dome Overnight,” brought together admitted students and… Read more »
Renovations to Sadler bathroom, dining hall to continue through summer
As students prepare to leave campus for the summer, construction is ramping up with more renovations to Sadler Hall to begin within weeks. The renovations… Read more »
Lasting influence: Longtime environmental and force biology professor Charlie Hall to retire at end of semester
CORRECTION: In a previous version of this article, the name of the minor Charlie Hall created was misstated. The minor is biophysical and ecological economics.… Read more »
