Why these students transferred out of SU
Students transferring out of Syracuse University went around the world, from DePaul University to the University of Manchester. Students said they weren’t satisfied with their experiences at SU. Read more »
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Will SU ever transition out of the ‘Red’ level of mask-wearing?
Syracuse University changed the COVID-19 masking level from BLUE to RED on August 28, in which the university has stayed ever since. Read more »
Mayor Walsh, Councilor Bey clash over $4.5 million Syracuse sidewalk policy
Sidewalk repairs began this past July at the corner of Tioga Street and Marcellus Street, but there are plans to construct and repair up to 20 miles of new or currently-existing sidewalks. Read more »
GSO confirms new space in Lyman Hall for graduate students
The GSO Senate also elected university and at-large senators, discussed funding and invited guest speakers that included Neal Powless, university ombuds, and Christopher Burke, director of student legal services. Read more »
Advocates supporting refugees, gun laws and reproductive rights
In this episode of The Daily Orange podcast, Asst. News Editor Richard Perrins sits down with ROTC student Madi Messare to discuss what inspired her to push SU to help these refugees. Read more »
Mayor Walsh announces members of new LGBTQ+ Advisory Board
Walsh announced the formation of the board with a press release in June. He put out an open call for interested community members, which the 19 appointees responded to. Read more »
Gretchen Ritter hopes to learn from students as SU's new vice chancellor
Gretchen Ritter, Syracuse University’s new vice chancellor, provost and chief academic officer, said SU needs a diverse faculty and a welcoming environment to support its students. Read more »
Alumnus' $2.7 million gift will go towards 2 endowment funds in College of VPA
The gift will go towards two endowment funds in the College of Visual and Performing Arts. Read more »
Common Council approves new acai bowl restaurant in Westcott neighborhood
An acai bowl and smoothie restaurant will be coming to Westcott, as Syracuse Common Council approved its permit at its Tuesday meeting. Read more »
SU welcomes Provost Gretchen Ritter at ceremony Tuesday
Several SU leaders and community members, including Ritter, spoke at the event. Read more »
About 200 people advocate for removal of Columbus statue in Syracuse
At the end of the event, organizers announced a minute of silence where attendees raised gloved hands and signs in front of the Columbus statue, illuminated in red light, to indicate he had blood on his hands. Read more »
SA acknowledges Indigenous Peoples' Day for 1st time
During their meeting on Monday, Syracuse University's Student Association passed 4 bills, one acknowledging Indigenous Peoples' Day and others relating to funding. Read more »
Members of Syracuse’s Italian community hold wreath laying honoring Columbus
On Indigenous Peoples Day, Columbus Circle was filled for a Columbus Day wreath laying ceremony. Read more »
SU adopts test-optional admission policy for 2022-23 application cycle
Test-optional policies are designed to make college admissions more fair, as some students are unable to complete exams as a result of the pandemic. Read more »
SU Libraries extends digital stewardship program to make learning more accessible
The new department is designed to create a system of information with digital content that makes learning more accessible for students and faculty. Read more »
SUNY-ESF offers 1-year online certificate for graduate students, seniors
Starting this semester, the one-year certificate is open to graduate students at SUNY-ESF, as well as seniors looking to supplement their bachelor’s degrees. Read more »
SU will provide financial support for surrounding neighborhoods
The university will also maintain non-monetary services and support community organizations around the area. Read more »
Republican-led panel to draw new legislative districts for Onondaga County
Republicans pushed through a party-line vote which will give a Republican-led team control over redistricting the legislature for the 2023 election. Read more »
Syracuse mayoral candidates outline environmental, economic commitments at forum
Khalid Bey, Ben Walsh and Janet Burman gave their policy ideas for an audience of dozens in person and over a hundred people online. Read more »
Students reflect on SU’s placement in 2021 national college rankings
The Daily Orange asked students for their reactions to Syracuse University's placements on Forbes, Wall Street Journal and U.S. News & World Report's college rankings. Read more »
Everything to know about 2021 Family Weekend guidelines, activities
SU is currently at COVID-19 alert level of “RED” for mask-wearing, meaning that students and guests are required to wear masks at all times indoors and outdoors in the presence of others. Read more »
For Syracuse activists, Gillibrand’s new gun trafficking legislation is overdue
Activists in Syracuse said that Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand's new gun trafficking legislation, Hadiya Pendleton and Nyasia Pryear-Yard Gun Trafficking & Crime Prevention Act, was a step in the right direction but long overdue. Read more »
SUNY-ESF sees number of applications increase by 13%
Freshmen applications increased by 13% for the 2021-22 school year at SUNY-ESF, while applications across the SUNY system declined in number. Read more »
SU will restore late night Warehouse shuttle service
Syracuse University's Parking and Transportation Services will resume late-night service to the Nancy Cantor Warehouse starting on Monday. Read more »
