Creative writing program celebrates its 50th anniversary
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Syracuse University’s creative writing program, known for its acceptance of just 12 students. The Syracuse University creative writing… Read more »
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Interactive simulcast panel reflects on 2012 election
Cheers erupted from the Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium on Wednesday night when Angela Robinson, host and executive producer of NPR’s “In Contact,” gave her alma mater… Read more »
Music Beyond Borders festival brings world culture to SU
The harsh, deep sound of the tribal African drum bellowed throughout Schine Underground during the “Music Beyond Borders” festival on Wednesday night. The event showcased… Read more »
You are cordially uninvited: Fordham University College Republicans rescind speaking invitation to Ann Coulter after campus outcry
Last week, the College Republicans at Fordham University announced that a well-known public figure was coming to speak on campus. But within a day the… Read more »
Money talks: Syracuse University community donates to political campaigns with hopes of advancing issues
Buried under a copy of Science Magazine and Monday’s Post-Standard, Thomas Fondy unearthed the reason he donated $4,000 to congressional candidate Dan Maffei. He opened… Read more »
First college-based Chinese television network launches on campus
Chinnel [W] became the first college-based Chinese television network in the country a few days before Halloween after airing its inaugural show, “Halloween Fright Night.”… Read more »
Aikido club helps develop self-defense techniques, serves as outlet for students
Two claps from the sensei are the only sounds heard in the room on the lower level of Archbold Gymnasium. The group calmly stops and… Read more »
Author criticizes food industry, American overeating habits
An overweight Uncle Sam gripped a hamburger, the words “I want YOU to eat more” below his bulging stomach. The audience, an assortment of Syracuse… Read more »
It takes a village: Syracuse named finalist for philanthropic challenge, hopes to create community for local refugees, immigrants
City officials announced last week that Syracuse was selected as a finalist for the Bloomberg Philanthropies' Mayors Challenge. The contest invited cities with 30,000 residents… Read more »
Despite nationwide increase in adjunct professors, numbers remain the same at SU
The number of adjunct professors has increased at colleges nationwide. But at Syracuse University, their numbers have remained relatively stagnant. Non-tenure-track positions now account for… Read more »
DPS cautions students about leaving property unattended on campus
On Oct. 31, Fiona O’Connor walked into the Syracuse University Bookstore and dropped her backpack off in a cubby, just as she always did when… Read more »
Big East announces divisions for football starting in 2013
The Big East will have two divisions for football starting with the 2013 season, the conference announced on Tuesday. The "East" and "West" divisions will… Read more »
Institute for Veterans and Military Families celebrates 1-year anniversary, marks progress
The willingness to help veterans in any way possible is what draws many people to the Institute for Veterans and Military Families. “If we have… Read more »
First-day voting in elections increases from previous year
The Student Association received about 2,046 votes for the SA elections as of 6 p.m. Monday, said Board of Elections and Membership Chair Jenn Bacolores.… Read more »
Hillel to host Hurricane Sandy relief drive
The Winnick Hillel Center for Jewish Life at Syracuse University will host a Hurricane Sandy relief drive, aiding those affected by the superstorm. Hillel will… Read more »
Veterans Day ceremony highlights university's historical support for veterans
Beneath the American and Syracuse University flags both proudly flying against a stiff breeze, Ray Axelson, who served in the United States Coast Guard, described… Read more »
General assembly votes on funding request appeals
More than half of the Syracuse University student activity fee has been awarded to campus organizations after Student Association general assembly members approved budget appeals… Read more »
As states legalize marijuana usage, experts discuss the possibility for New York
On Election Night, Colorado and Washington state legalized recreational use of marijuana, indicating that the drug may be finding more acceptance in the U.S. The… Read more »
DPS continues search for student's stolen artwork
The Department of Public Safety is continuing its search for a piece of student artwork stolen from E.S. Bird Library early in the morning on… Read more »
Professor to lecture on politics behind food marketing
Large food corporations across the country have threatened to sue Marion Nestle countless times for her work as a food activist. Nestle, who has spent… Read more »
Alumni share stories of Superstorm Sandy experiences
With talk of the upcoming hurricane swirling throughout her Long Island, N.Y., town, Jill Buckvar, a 2012 Syracuse University alumna, was playing a waiting game… Read more »
Fun-sized: Apple creates smaller version of the iPad; release produces little hype
The theme of miniature was one that carried throughout Apple’s release of its newest product, the iPad mini. Not only is the iPad mini smaller… Read more »
Presidential candidates discuss how their platforms will achieve results
Rather than an actual dispute, the four Student Association presidential candidates engaged in friendly conversation on Sunday night at the SA presidential debate. Candidate Allie… Read more »
Vice Chancellor and Provost Spina not planning to leave when chancellor steps down in 2014
Although Chancellor Nancy Cantor will leave Syracuse University in 2014, Vice Chancellor and Provost Eric Spina said he doesn’t plan on leaving SU in the… Read more »
