Donations for research at all-time high, see spike in past four years
In the early ‘80s, professor David Bennett took a handful of students to Europe for a summer semester. The history professor led the group through… Read more »
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SU Abroad to open center in Istanbul in spring 2011
Erika Wilkens-Sozen was studying for her master's degree at Syracuse University when she met a young man from Turkey. The two eventually decided to take… Read more »
ESF: Staking Claim: ESF professors to discuss land rights of Onondaga Nation
Jack Manno became involved with land rights of the Onondaga Nation after an Onondaga midwife assisted in the birth of his son. Manno, a professor of… Read more »
Literacy activist to present on importance of libraries, reading
‘Anything but Reading' lecture by Dr. Stephen Krashen What: Literacy empowerment lecture Where: Katzer Room 347 Hinds Hall When: 4:30 p.m. September 27 and… Read more »
Habitat for Humanity : Shack-A-Thon event on Quad draws record turnout
This year's Shack-A-Thon had the largest student turnout since the annual event began in 2008, attracting more than last year's 200 participants.'For the past three… Read more »
Student dating website to launch Tuesday
Jon Vincent always felt the college dating scene was fun, but a bit difficult. 'It's tough to find the time to meet new people,'… Read more »
Federal work-study funding cut by 20 percent
On the first day of classes, Georgie Martinez went to Archbold Gymnasium to figure out his work schedule. Instead, Martinez found out he had been… Read more »
Cantor pushes SU to help revitalize city
Reviving Syracuse into a prosperous city is the responsibility of Syracuse University students and faculty, Chancellor Nancy Cantor said Saturday in a speech on SU's… Read more »
Officials still planning how to use empty space in Haven, dorm space ruled out
Despite continued overcrowding in housing, plans to convert Haven Hall's former dining space — which is now vacant — into dorm rooms are on hold.… Read more »
Newhouse II may see makeover, internal renovations
Newhouse II may undergo $12 million to $15 million worth of renovations, once funding is secured, to add updated technology to the studios and overhaul… Read more »
Habitat for Humanity : Students build shacks on Quad to bring attention to homelessness
Shack-A-ThonWhere: The QuadWhen: Wednesday to FridayHow much: FreeMaureen Finn caught pneumonia at last year's Shack-A-Thon. But that hasn't curbed her excitement to participate in the… Read more »
Several SU Abroad programs introduced in summer 2010 see success
When Erica Brenner decided to go abroad to Ghana this past summer, she never expected the flashlight on her cell phone would potentially save a… Read more »
Greek life : Bid business: Fraternity recruitment process changes to become more personal, extensive
The Interfraternity Council has overhauled the fraternity recruitment process to make sure prospective recruits have a chance to tour and learn more about every single… Read more »
A life on display: Homeless advocate, artist living in Hendricks Chapel to discuss life on streets
Three weeks after he became fully homeless — after he'd overstayed all welcomes and begun to sleep on park benches — Matthew Works walked into… Read more »
ITS reports better service from Microsoft Outlook, fewer SUmail problems
When Nana Amponsah needs to use e-mail, she doesn't use Syracuse University's e-mail service. 'Nine out of 10, if I have anything sent anywhere, I… Read more »
Officials warn of campus bat activity dangers
It started as a normal business calculus lecture in Heroy Auditorium — until a certain winged, nocturnal creature showed up for class. 'I noticed students… Read more »
Two cars collide on Ostrom
Two cars collided Tuesday near DellPlain Hall after a driver drove down the wrong side of the road. Neither of the drivers suffered injures or… Read more »
IFC sees social policy as chance to prove greek life responsibility to SU administration
Leaders of the Interfraternity Council have made 'cooperation and accountability' their new mantra, in light of Syracuse University placing new regulations on greek social events.… Read more »
Beyond the Hill : On the outs: UC Irvine Muslim group banned after students disrupt speech
The University of California at Irvine has decided to shorten, but not eliminate, a ban placed on the Muslim Student Union following an incident in… Read more »
Comstock accidents prompt DPS to examine speed limit
Christine Carter nearly always has close calls with oncoming traffic as she crosses Comstock Avenue. 'You'll be in the middle, and there'll be a car… Read more »
Carnegie Hall renovations hope to restore original entrance
The original second floor entrance at Carnegie Library that has tricked generations of freshmen might be reopening in the near future. Syracuse University is planning… Read more »
Health : Heavy sleeper: Study finds lack of sleep may lead to weight gain
Skimping on sleep may have negative consequences on a person's waistline, according to a recent study published in the medical journal SLEEP.As part of multiple… Read more »
Students push fundraising effort for Pakistan
The flooding that devastated Pakistan over the summer has prompted the founding of a student group focused on disaster relief. Syracuse Cares, a student response… Read more »
Grants boosts partnership between School of Education, Kenyan university
To help improve higher education in Africa, Syracuse University received an $860,700 grant to fund its ongoing partnership with Kenyatta University. The main goal of… Read more »
