Alpha Phi sorority endorses Rosales, Goldslager for SA
The Alpha Chapter of Alpha Phi would like to fully endorse the Student Association Presidential Candidate Ivan Rosales and Vice Presidential Candidate Simone Goldslager. Ivan… Read more »
Opinion
SU Entrepreneurship Club endorses Gresely, Lopez for SA
Entrepreneurs are visionaries and individuals who push the boundaries and limits of society, bettering it in the process. I am writing today to announce the… Read more »
Financial Management Association of Whitman School of Management endorses Gresely, Lopez for SA
The Financial Management Association (FMA) of the Whitman School of Management proudly endorses Boris Gresely and Daniela Lopez as Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates of… Read more »
With rise of social media in college classrooms, professors should ensure appropriate use
Though the importance of social media in today’s social and professional environments cannot be questioned, few educators have yet to find a way to use… Read more »
Cohen: Despite growing support among youths for same-sex marriage, improvement remains for acceptance
People often say, “Children are the future." Today, college students are finally reaching that point where they can influence society. These years are a pivotal… Read more »
Saffren: ‘Same Love’ serves as political statement, ‘brilliant career move’ for Macklemore
I have zero doubt that Macklemore truly believes same-sex couples should be allowed to legally marry. But in a culture where image is everything for… Read more »
Swenton: Hillary Clinton proves refreshing, competitive candidate for 2016 election
Almost immediately after the 2012 presidential race was decided, political pundits and the news media began to speculate whether or not Hillary Rodham Clinton would… Read more »
Miner should be re-elected as Syracuse mayor
The Daily Orange Editorial Board endorses Democrat Stephanie Miner for mayor of Syracuse. Miner was elected to become the first female mayor of Syracuse in… Read more »
Rodgers: Brown University student protests prove millennial ‘slacktivist’ label incorrect
Recent student protests at Brown University have proven that millennials are anything but “slacktivists.” New York City Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly was scheduled to speak… Read more »
Omega Psi Phi endorses Ford, Boles for SA elections
It is our pleasure to inform you that the Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. will be fully endorsing Duane Ford and Nia… Read more »
Demers: Government should cut entitlements, refocus investments on research efforts
Non-defense research and development spending has become a classic case of rhetoric versus reality in Washington, D.C. Politicians pay lip service to the importance of… Read more »
Callaghan: Jargon limits public understanding of environmental issues
In the popular television comedy show “The Big Bang Theory,” a language barrier exists between the blonde aspiring actress and her nerdy neighbors, creating a… Read more »
Impact Week accomplishes goals, strengthens student connection to city
Impact Week was a success and remains the only campus-wide initiative coordinating student volunteerism with the local community. The arguments raised by The Daily Orange… Read more »
Impact Week needs alternate time, more student engagement for success
To excite students about getting involved with Impact Week, the Syracuse University Student Association should adjust the event’s timing and better target the week’s initiatives… Read more »
Walker: College students should not view returning home after college as mistake
For many people, attending and graduating college represents the ultimate coming-of-age experience that marks independence. The typical pathway begins with high school or the earning… Read more »
College students should be encouraged to take gap year between junior, senior year
I’ve been out of college for two years now. The first year, I had a job within my major. Since then, I’ve been waitressing, “living”… Read more »
SU should host 2 Family Weekend events in fall semester to benefit students
This Friday, hordes of families will descend upon the Hill for the 2013 Family Weekend. To disperse large crowds and allow students to better enjoy… Read more »
UBE serve as advocate for students, provides platform to review SU advising
Are you having problems with your advising process this year? We are announcing the Undergraduates for a Better Education Advisor Review. UBE has begun a… Read more »
Hacker: Legislatures respond too slowly to public acceptance of same-sex marriage
Recently, the Supreme Court of New Jersey said it would allow same-sex marriages to stand despite any attempt at appeal. In response, on Oct. 21,… Read more »
Berkowitz: iTunes becomes obsolete as YouTube announces paid subscription music plan
As if the industry was not packed already, YouTube announced this past month its plan to release yet another paid subscription music service. Like Mp3… Read more »
NY should legalize marijuana following significant increase in U.S. support
As American approval of marijuana use reaches an all-time high, New York state officials should no longer resist decriminalizing and legalizing the drug. A Gallup… Read more »
Cohen: Halloween costumes do not define women's worth, reflect larger social issues
“In girl world, Halloween is the one night a year when a girl can dress like a total slut and no other girls can say… Read more »
Saffren: ‘Gravity’ proves itself Oscar-worthy, reflects shift in cinematic experience
It’s Oscar season at the movies. The period between late August and Thanksgiving when studios release plot-driven movies that will become prime Oscar competitors come… Read more »
Swenton: Offensive comments from Democratic senator regarding Tea Party reflect greater issue of racism in America
Last week, Rep. Alan Grayson (D-Fla.) found himself in hot water about remarks he made about the far right. While he’s rightfully been criticized for… Read more »
