Dunay: Public can hold authority accountable without disrepect
On Dec. 27, a sea of blue and black flooded the streets of Queens, New York to honor slain NYPD officer Rafael Ramos. As the… Read more »
Opinion
DPS should focus on preventative efforts
In the past year, the Syracuse University Department of Public Safety installed more security cameras and increased patrol on weekend nights. The university also established… Read more »
Salazar: Music artists, consumers must be mindful of rap, hip-hop history
Forbes magazine recently published its annual “30 under 30” issue. In the music category two hip-hop/rap artists were Iggy Azalea and Azealia Banks. The two… Read more »
Razzi: Protesters must separate themselves from violence against police
Since the events surrounding Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, there has been a notable increase in brutality against police. Multiple officers nationwide have been shot,… Read more »
Smith: Athletic fans should show female, male athletes equal support
A simple Google search of “Syracuse basketball” only shows the men’s schedule. And the same result occurs for many universities, most notably at University of Connecticut… Read more »
Gresely must use third semester wisely
This marks the third and final semester for Boris Gresely, Student Association president. Given their extra time in office, Gresely and his cabinet should use… Read more »
SU in Florence faculty supports student engagement
Dear Chancellor Syverud, We write to add our voices to the majority of the Syracuse University Senate voting in favor of THE General Body's efforts.… Read more »
Ombudsman could benefit university
The Graduate Student Organization’s proposal to introduce an ombudsman, an employee or office that will allow students and faculty to air grievances in a productive… Read more »
Knighton: Retailers should adopt new technology to keep up with times
Holiday shopping amongst a busy crowd can be a pain, but new smart store technology could revolutionize the way we shop. EBay has partnered with… Read more »
Krawczyk: Obama deserves recognition for improving American economy
As President Barack Obama began his first term in 2009, he was stuck with some of the worst circumstances any new president has seen. America… Read more »
Shields: Feminists can address issues of all sizes
A Rosetta scientist apologized on Nov. 14 for wearing a shirt covered in half-naked women to Rosetta’s probe landing — a historical event featuring the… Read more »
Rasamny: Millennial label needs to be divided into more accurate subgroups
It’s difficult to imagine any generational similarities between a college student who’s learning how to become independent and a person who is married with kids.… Read more »
Pulliam: Avoiding government shutdown would boost GOP image
Conservatives are buzzing with how they should respond to President Barack Obama’s executive order on immigration, which would keep five million undocumented immigrants from being… Read more »
Student Association should work to make efforts known on campus
Student Association has helped improved the day-to-day life of Syracuse University’s students, but should work to bolster its presence on campus. Similar to past administrations,… Read more »
Students should be considered in concert ticket prices
While it’s exciting that Billy Joel will perform at the Carrier Dome this spring, tickets prices for future big-name acts should be made more accommodating… Read more »
Potter: Law enforcement must be reformed
On Friday the United Nations Committee Against Torture released a scathing report of the United States regarding police brutality, counter-terrorism methods and immigration policies, amongst… Read more »
Smith: Banning greek life will not end sexual assault
When Rolling Stone published a chilling story about gang rape, “A Rape on Campus,” on Nov. 19 that detailed events which allegedly occurred at the… Read more »
Students should buy, eat local foods
Wegmans and Tops. These are the locations Syracuse University students typically get their produce. But how much can you really know about where this produce… Read more »
Rodgers: College students should become nation's leaders
With the recent court decision to not indict Officer Darren Wilson for the killing of 18-year-old Michael Brown, protests and rallies have taken place throughout… Read more »
Jackson: Executive order sets dangerous precedent in regard to presidential power
Last week, President Barack Obama issued an executive orders relating to our nation’s immigration policy. The president’s move only hurts any chance of bipartisanship in… Read more »
Kramer: College students should maintain personal budgets during holidays
The department stores are promising savings this year as they have every other. Come one, come all, sales all day. Buy two, save 50 percent.… Read more »
Division of Student Affairs should randomly select board members
The Division of Student Affairs’ recent decision to implement a Student Advisory Board will fast track communication between administration and students. But in order to… Read more »
Kelly: Diversity must be brought to late night TV
Craig Ferguson will depart from “The Late Late Show” on Dec. 19 and British comedian James Corden will take the reigns on March 9. In… Read more »
Syverud must meet with protesters sitting in Crouse-Hinds Hall
THE General Body’s sit-in needs to end before Thanksgiving break, and Chancellor Kent Syverud needs to be the one to end it. The sit-in began… Read more »
