THE General Body's immaturity undermines sit-in accomplishments
THE General Body believes it will be victorious in the end. However, due to their recent actions, it is almost a reality that they will… Read more »
Letters to the Editor
Administration attempts to undermine cause, intimidate students
I write this letter from the uncomfortable brick floor of Crouse-Hinds Hall, as the classrooms that we normally have access to have been locked to… Read more »
Professor addresses criticisms directed toward THE General Body
I want to begin by expressing my strong support for the goals of THE General Body. I believe they are advocating for programs and policies… Read more »
THE General Body’s demands, actions do not represent all students
THE General Body activists currently occupying Crouse-Hinds Hall do not represent Syracuse University students. The activists delivered a lengthy list of demands devoid of diverse… Read more »
Student supports ‘Elect Her,’ urges attendance of male classmates
I think it is time that men started acting like men by supporting women. I have a mom who decided to sacrifice a career and… Read more »
Student reflects on being part of THE General Body sit-in
Last night I spent the night on the floor of Crouse-Hinds Hall, along with dozens of other students. If I am being honest, I usually… Read more »
Student disagrees with behavior of protesters at rally, on social media
The first amendment allows us to gather and protest against people, institutions or anything. Protests have seen changes occur in our country. The rally that… Read more »
THE General Body responds to Tuesday's editorial board
As members of THE General Body, a coalition of students and student organizations at Syracuse University, we’ve found that The Daily Orange’s editorial regarding Monday’s… Read more »
Reader responds to Salaita's lecture
Steven Salaita’s speech on Wednesday was challenging. He explored issues surrounding limited academic freedom, deficiencies in universities’ administrative structures and the inequities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Despite… Read more »
THE General Body urges students to attend rally protesting changes
We are THE General Body; a group of students representing numerous backgrounds, cultures, voices and perspectives. Our birth on this campus has been due largely… Read more »
College students should vote in midterm elections on Tuesday
Mid-term Election Day is quickly approaching, and we are in the midst of what NBC reporters Chuck Todd, Mark Murray, and Carrie Dann are calling… Read more »
Chaplains of Hendricks Chapel respond to Salaita lecture
In response to the Steven Salaita Lecture on 10/29/14: The Chaplains of Hendricks Chapel respect and recognize the importance of academic freedom for professors at… Read more »
Attending protest could urge SU to listen to concerns about changes
What would a caring, engaged, honest university administration whose top priority was the needs of students, faculty, staff and the larger world look like? What… Read more »
Alumna encourages students to study abroad in Beijing, China
Two years ago, I stepped off a plane in Beijing, China with a big smile. I was on a great adventure in an increasingly influential… Read more »
Student Association clarifies heat lamp concerns raised by editorial
Oct. 22, 2014 — Beginning next semester, Student Association’s Student Life Committee will be piloting a program for the installation of heat lamps in on-campus… Read more »
Maxwell professor criticizes tight security in effect at Dineen Hall
Syracuse University students cannot be trusted. This is what I was told Tuesday afternoon when I brought the students in my physical design class to… Read more »
Sexual assault services have improved, but gaps remain
The Campaign for an Advocacy Center’s primary goal is the best possible support for survivors of sexual and relationship violence. We seek to avoid confusing… Read more »
Bolton will offer interesting view on global events
The American public’s attention is, rather unusually, currently captured by events outside the United States. Whether it be the spread of Ebola in western Africa… Read more »
Editorial Board’s lack of unanimous decision reflects poorly on DO
The fact that The Daily Orange Editorial Board couldn’t come to a unanimous consensus on whether or not the Newhouse School should’ve disinvited Michel du… Read more »
Syracuse citizen reminds students to obey traffic law
I write this as a native Syracusan and SU alum (class of ‘57) who often drives through the university area. The city of Syracuse has… Read more »
Article included wrong information on accessibility
Emma Baty’s article “Asking for updates” in the Oct. 14 issue of The Daily Orange contains an assertion that Blackboard — the course management software… Read more »
Advocacy Center closure did not remove sexual assault services
We’re writing as concerned volunteer peer educators that were with the Advocacy Center, and are now part of the Office of Health Promotion. We’re thrilled to… Read more »
Torture porn genre does not cause insensitivity to violence
Defending torture porn is not easy. The films that are listed under this sub-genre are, to put it lightly, uncomfortable to watch. To put it… Read more »
Adjunct feels 'exploited,' 'underrepresented' by university
The Syracuse University community needs to be aware of the growing demographics of precarious populations on campus. These include adjunct faculty, part-time temporary staff members and students.… Read more »
