Clint Smith discusses book 'How the Word is Passed', transition into journalism
Poet and journalist Clint Smith spoke to Syracuse University community members about his latest book, “How the Word is Passed." Read more »
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Biden administration extends student loan moratorium to Aug. 31
This is the seventh time the student loan moratorium has been extended since the onset of the pandemic. Read more »
New York State Hemlock Initiative aims to control Eastern Hemlock infestation
Hemlock woolly adelgid pose a mounting threat to Eastern hemlocks, trees that play a significant role in filtering water in the Skaneateles Lake watershed. Read more »
4 SU students selected as Public Policy and International Affairs Fellows
The program helps prepare undergraduate students for graduate programs in public policy, public administration, international affairs or a related field. Read more »
Mayor Ben Walsh announces ARPA dashboard to track proposed investments
After the American Rescue Plan Act was signed into law in March 2021, Walsh unveiled a strategy plan for the city’s allocation of funds. The new dashboard provides information on the progress of that plan. Read more »
Onondaga County legislators table measure to extend legislator terms, create limits
Onondaga County Legislators voted 9-8 on Tuesday to table a proposed law that could extend legislators’ terms from two years to four. Read more »
David Bruen reflects on achievements, goals ahead of SA election
Bruen said his work during his current term, such as the expansion of free menstrual products across campus, in his conversation with The D.O. Read more »
Michael Steele speaks on time as Maryland Lt. Gov., political landscape
Steele spoke about the connection between faith and public service during the annual Borgognoni Lecture. Read more »
SA sends resolution urging revocation of Rudy Giuliani’s honorary degree
SA has sent a resolution to the Syracuse University Senate supporting the revocation of Rudy Giuliani’s honorary degree. Read more »
SU has distributed 68% of mandated student aid funds from ARPA grant
Syracuse University has allocated $10.4 million, or 68%, of its student federal funding from the American Rescue Plan Act to a total of 2,797 students as of March 31. Read more »
New York state budget delayed amid debates over several major budgetary items
The halting of payments does not affect most aspects of the State University of New York, City University of New York or the State Insurance Fund, per the memo. Read more »
SA president David Bruen, VP candidate Adia Santos discuss main aspects of campaign
Santos said she also sees herself as an involved candidate. Her extensive experiences during her time as an SU student adequately prepares her to be a successful vice president, she said. Read more »
New Lender Fellowship project to focus on women’s health and wellness
The Lender Center for Social Justice, housed in Syracuse University’s School of Education, works to support equity and inclusion in the greater Syracuse community. Read more »
DPS investigating anti-LGBTQ language outside Brewster Hall
Since the filing of the report, DPS has reviewed security footage and conducted interviews with the individual who reported the incident as well as others who were in the area at the time. Read more »
SA candidates discuss food access, efficiency, transparency at debate
The 2022 Student Association campaign debate took place at the K.G. Tan Auditorium of Syracuse University’s National Veterans Resource Center on Thursday. Read more »
DPS investigating anti-Buddhist comments on Discord
DPS said it has already conducted multiple interviews in addition to contacting the reporting party for further details. Read more »
Students, allies join together advocating against sexual, relationship violence
Six different speakers discussed practices to prevent domestic violence during Take Back the Night, a global protest held on college campuses during the month of March. Read more »
Gallery: Take Back the Night brings students, allies together against sexual violence
Hendricks Chapel hosts Take Back the Night rally Thursday night. The event brings attention survivors of sexual and relationship violence as students and allies come together to speak and march throughout the Syracuse University campus. Read more »
City of Syracuse expands ShotSpotter system amid ethical concerns
As the Syracuse Police Department expands its ShotSpotter system, concerns about the technology’s privacy have resurfaced. Read more »
Syracuse hires planning firm to study I-81 community grid effects on neighborhoods
Syracuse Common Council approved $550,000 to create a plan for what the city needs to do to better integrate the Interstate 81 community grid plan into Syracuse’s neighborhoods. Read more »
Syracuse expands Veo scooter and bikes fleet, improves parking in city
Syracuse and Veo, a vehicle-sharing company, announced that the city’s fleet of scooters and bikes will be returning and expanding following the winter season. Read more »
Goldwater Foundation Scholarship awards 3 SU juniors
Three Syracuse University juniors were named 2022 Goldwater Scholars on Wednesday. Read more »
Our Time Has Come program celebrates underrepresented students' achievements
The program seeks out students that have a strong interest in leadership training, volunteering and joining a supportive community of scholars, according to the OTHC website. Read more »
Maxwell, Whitman Schools earn top rankings in 2023 U.S. News rankings
The Maxwell School shares the top spot in the rankings with Indiana University’s Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Read more »
