Central New York still behind on legal cannabis despite approved licenses across state
The lawsuit was filed by a Michigan-based cannabis dispensary group that is seeking a CAURD license in the central New York and Finger Lakes region. Read more »
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SU hires John Papazoglou as new chief operations officer
On Feb. 1, John A. Papazoglou will transition into SU's COO position and begin his work by collaborating with fellow colleagues, students and staff to better understand the university's culture and needs. Read more »
SA releases sustainability report to amend University’s Climate Action Plan
The Student Association released its sustainability report, which outlines an update to Syracuse University’s 2009 Climate Action Plan and proposes SU to adjust its goal of reaching carbon-neutrality from 2040 to 2030. Read more »
New York approves first CAURD licenses for sale of recreational cannabis
Housing Works became the first organization to legally sell cannabis in New York state. New York's Cannabis Control Board approved 36 CAURD licenses in November 2022, eight for nonprofit organizations and 28 for business owners who themselves have or whose relatives have a past cannabis-related conviction in NYS. Read more »
Onondaga Community College receives $2 million for new healthcare training center
SU students on the pre-medical track said they see the funding as an opportunity to expand healthcare education and opportunities. Read more »
Closing Cazenovia College announces “Teach Out” transfer destinations for students
Syracuse University has not announced special transfer protocols for Cazenovia College students, despite 11 other surrounding colleges and universities announcing "Teach Out" partnerships for accepting transfers. Read more »
What the inauguration of 118th Congress means for Onondaga County, New York state
Following central New York’s close midterm elections and electorate-shifting statewide redistricting, here’s what the Jan. 7 inauguration of the 188th Congress means for Onondaga County and New York state’s newly-elected representatives. Read more »
Graduate student workers at SU announce campaign to unionize
After years of struggles over improving working conditions, SGEU is publicly launching its campaign to win a graduate worker union. Read more »
Supreme Court's 2 cases on Biden student loan forgiveness plan will begin in February
Biden's plan as of now allows borrowers to get $10,000 to $20,000 in student debt relief depending on their income and Pell Grant recipient status, but has been challenged by states and individuals. Read more »
ESF professors, administrators involved in 'most ambitious climate law in the nation'
After three years of dedication to the scoping plan, SUNY ESF professors' work on the scoping plan of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection has been approved by the Climate Action Council. Read more »
SU announces stipend and funding increases for graduate and PhD students
Syracuse University will increase stipends for masters and PhD students by approximately 18% and 30% respectively beginning in 2023-24. Read more »
Kathy Hochul emphasizes legislative, economic wins at State of the State address
Hochul announced programs that will prioritize housing development, transportation, clean energy and public safety. Read more »
J-D School District works to address academic setbacks for Black students
With the development of its 2020-2025 Strategic Plan, the Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District hopes to close the opportunity gap between Black and white students. Read more »
SU holds memorial service on 34th anniversary of Pan Am Flight 103 bombing
Syracuse University held a memorial service on the 34th anniversary of the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing which killed 270 people, including 35 SU students. Read more »
Syverud visits Micron headquarters, sets sights on joint academic programs
Chancellor Kent Syverud attended Wednesday’s USen meeting via Zoom from Boise, Idaho, where he met with Micron officials at the company's headquarters. Read more »
Supreme Court to hear second case against Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a second case against President Joe Biden’s student debt forgiveness plan. Read more »
Food Recovery Network struggles to save, deliver dinners to local community
Following SU dining halls' cutbacks on food waste, the Food Recovery Network is struggling to provide meals to the nine community organizations it donates to Read more »
Syracuse Snow and Ice Dept. ramps up operations amid worker shortage
The snow plow fleet has expanded since 2018, when Jeremy Robinson joined DPW as the Commissioner of Public Works. Read more »
Suspect charged, in custody for alleged role in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103
A suspect was charged Sunday in the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, which killed 270 people including 35 SU Abroad students. Read more »
Overworked, sleep-deprived architecture students are prioritizing mental health
The program requires small, time-intensive studio classes that students said drive competition and overworking. Read more »
SU issues requests to maintain relationship with Vera House
SU is requesting that Vera House place a member of university administration, most likely a person trained in victim support, on its governing board. Read more »
Cazenovia College to close before 200th anniversary amid financial issues
Cazenovia College announced it will permanently close its doors after the spring 2023 semester, citing financial issues as the main factor in the school's decision. Read more »
What does Brandon Williams' new house seat mean for CNY?
Brandon Williams is joining the 221 Republicans in the House of Representatives in January 2023. Here's what that means for the local area. Read more »
GSO keys in on SU's student health insurance at last meeting of the semester
The Graduate Student Organization held their last meeting of the semester on Wednesday. They discussed the Student Health Insurance Plan. Read more »
