Dalai Lama proves nonviolence can be effective on small scale, too
The Dalai Lama was just here and spoke about peace and nonviolence. What is nonviolence, and is it for cowards or the brave? At the… Read more »
Opinion
Students decide: When does SU celebrate Halloween this year?
This October is offering the students on campus quite the predicament, or maybe it’s just me. I have no idea when to celebrate Halloween. And… Read more »
Cantor can still move university forward during limited time left
Much needs to be done between now and June 2014 to ensure Chancellor Nancy Cantor's departure from Syracuse University occurs with a smooth transition. On… Read more »
Moderators must not be afraid to critically question presidential candidates
One of the most refreshing qualities of the vice presidential debate on Thursday was the crosschecking of facts that the candidates performed on each other.… Read more »
Biden reinvigorates president's message, platform in vice presidential debate
Joe Biden is my hero. Not just because he’s the vice president of the United States. Not just because he’s a Syracuse University alumnus. Not… Read more »
Social media makes debates interesting, but takes away from bigger picture
Social media is an irreplaceable tool for following politics. “It takes Gallup five days to say what Twitter can tell us instantly,” said Zach Green,… Read more »
Students miss message after 2-day peace forum
As Dave Matthews’ lyrics seemed to garner more attention than the Dalai Lama’s words, the overarching message of the two-day “Common Ground for Peace” forum… Read more »
Creating a cohesive education plan would help candidates gain youth vote
President Barack Obama was too passive in his responses, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney lacked specifics in his plans, and minutes into it, the moderator… Read more »
DPS chief’s comments seem to imply students are to blame for recent robberies near campus
After a recent media briefing held by the Department of Public Safety and the Syracuse Police Department on Oct. 7, The Daily Orange quoted DPS Chief… Read more »
'SNL' brings election news — exaggerated, of course — to wider audiences
Leaving the first presidential debate last week, an 8-foot talking bird — and his future employment prospects — seemed to be the biggest issue. The… Read more »
Voting for Student Association president in Schine can reach more students than voting in Bird Library
CORRECTION: In a previous version of this editorial, the number of voting stations on campus was misstated. Voting stations are already located in the Student… Read more »
After Romney backs up positions with facts, polling information evens out between candidates
Not only was Republican candidate Mitt Romney victorious in last week’s debate, Romney’s victory was also historic, according to Gallup polling data released Monday. The… Read more »
Take 3 simple steps to reduce insane amount of food waste
Watermelon rinds, chicken bones, pizza crust and half a plate of spaghetti land in the trash. Now add full bagels, cake, steaks and potatoes. This… Read more »
For some, turning 21 isn't all that fun
I’ve been 21 years old for about six months now, and I can safely say that it’s not all that it’s cracked up to be.… Read more »
Additional panel will round out experience for students
A third panel added to the schedule for the “Common Ground for Peace” event will showcase previously overshadowed voices. This panel, “The Past is Not… Read more »
Klout, others seem to provide misguided measurement for influence qualifications
The prevalence of social media exploded in the past five years. Hashtags have been introduced for almost every television show, commercial and magazine article. It’s… Read more »
City officials must be efficient, quick in replacing outdated parking meters
City officials need to move quickly and efficiently while negotiating a contract with a new company to update the city's parking meters. Last week, the… Read more »
Liberal arts degrees often underpaid, undervalued in today’s society
For those who haven’t been living under a rock, it’s obvious there’s a rough economy awaiting college students once they leave the safety of the… Read more »
