Enjoy summer break, but make sure to spend it sustainably
This summer, whether in the city or at the beach, take these tips to ensure a more sustainable relationship with nature. Read more »
Columns
Students and the city of Syracuse should make an effort to eliminate litter
In a neighborhood whose primary residents are permanent, not students, it is no surprise the neighborhood is kept clean and residents take pride in the places they live year round. Read more »
Remember to destress during your finals
oo much stress can affect students’ behavior, thoughts, feelings and body. Read more »
The new Veo scooters pose potential risks
Beyond any accident involving a larger vehicle, someone who has consumed alcohol on an electric scooter could be prone to minor accidents that still run the risk of injury. Read more »
Students need to recognize the importance of DPS
The recent rise in crime on and near Syracuse University’s campus has negatively impacted students and the surrounding community, illustrating the need for a mutually positive relationship between the Department of Public Safety, students and the larger community. Read more »
SU should keep in mind that the pandemic is far from over
Perhaps we are reaching a point in the pandemic where many of us are beginning to realize the virus is simply going to become a part of our everyday life, such as the flu or the common cold. This mindset is not an excuse to let our guard down just yet. Read more »
There is still more to be done to strengthen gun control in Syracuse
To some, gun violence may feel like a hopeless issue, however, it’s more important than ever that solution-based mindsets are taken to the discussion of gun control. Read more »
Students should be vigilant, utilize SU’s resources to stay safe
Students can control their own actions to avoid dangerous situations, and they should be vigilant and aware to protect themselves. Read more »
SU’s tours should be streamlined and more personalized
Decreasing the tour group size is a win-win situation, benefiting both the prospective and current students at an equally stressful point in their school careers. Read more »
There needs to be more appreciation for the lost beauty of Archbold Stadium
The field where Ernie Davis and Jim Brown became well-known figures was once an integral part of SU campus, standing where the Carrier Dome currently is today. Read more »
Summer can be productive, no matter how you spend it
Students can use the summer to access other mental health resources as well. It becomes challenging to allot time for assistance during the hectic academic year. Read more »
There are more advantages to living on South Campus than students think
Syracuse University freshmen are required to live on campus and are randomly placed in residence halls. There are over 15 residence halls on SU’s Main… Read more »
Don't stress if you didn't get an internship this summer
The two most common feelings I’ve encountered throughout this process are imposter syndrome and embarrassment. As I continue to see my peers getting jobs, I find myself questioning my worth and my career. Read more »
Take advantage of environmentally-focused resources at Syracuse University
Environmental issues at SU will continue if student support for sustainability is not increased. Read more »
New York state still needs to repair the damage done by marijuana drug charges
While New York being the 16th state to legalize recreational marijuana created an opportunity to learn from other states' processes, there are still many ways legalization has fallen short. Read more »
People shouldn't feel guilty about smoking marijuana
Regardless of its history, cannabis is here to stay in Syracuse. SU students and the surrounding community shouldn’t feel shameful for using the substance. Read more »
Protecting the environment starts with avoiding over-consumerism
Students should be more cognizant of the difference between necessity versus shopping on impulse, a step toward reducing overconsumption and increasing societal sustainability. Read more »
SU should do away with the Whitman curve
The Whitman grading policy is unnecessary and complicated, encouraging students to focus on grades and competition more than learning the material and comprehending the concepts taught in the classes. Read more »
SU needs to switch from communal to gender-inclusive individual bathrooms
Editor’s note: This column was a collaboration between Karla Perez and Grace “Gray” Reed. Perez explains the reasons SU’s campus needs gender-inclusive individual bathrooms, and… Read more »
Students, stop gatekeeping environmentalism
Environmentalism is not hard to partake in. It does not mean an entire life switch. It is not reserved for the institutions that pollute. Read more »
WhatsApp offers a more effective way to communicate than GroupMe
I noticed the conflict between messaging platforms when in my public communications class during group work. While trying to complete projects together not everybody had an iPhone, therefore we couldn’t use iMessage. Read more »
Gen Z’s obsessive cell phone usage is criticized too harshly
Social media, which is often criticized as the root of most of the problems involving Gen Z, is not all bad Read more »
The liberal arts core makes SU students multifaceted. It should be expanded.
The administration should reform the current liberal arts curriculum by expanding it in breadth and depth, and ultimately making it more challenging and interesting to students. Read more »
It is time for SU to end randomized mandatory COVID-19 testing for students
The world has moved on from pandemic-era restrictions and policies, and it’s time that SU continues to do the same. Read more »
