All Americans owe special gratitude to organized labor groups for holiday
The reason we celebrate Labor Day is largely because of the contributions made by unions to the betterment of America's workers. The idea of a… Read more »
Opinion
Senior conservative columnist offers tips for political conversations at college
My first mistake was thinking that politics was a good conversation starter. My second mistake was explaining my position on social security reform to a… Read more »
Syracuse University offers many opportunities for getting involved with politics
When Secretary of State and former first lady Hillary Clinton visited campus last year, she left us with one particular gem about politics and how… Read more »
Conservative column fails to truly assess relationship between Republicans, women
Dear Daily Orange readers and editors: In response to Wednesday's column written by Michael Stikkel, women and women's health are actually not a part of… Read more »
University, entrepreneurs must learn from Syracutie situation
After almost two years of university officials dodging her, Alyson Shontell celebrated a success this year: She launched her line of “Syracutie” T-shirts in the… Read more »
After 3 years of Scholarship in Action, student does not want repeat of Hillary Clinton event
Last spring I was one of the first individuals in the doors of Hendricks Chapel when Secretary of State Hillary Clinton visited campus. As a… Read more »
Syracuse campus much more dynamic than typical college movies portray campuses to be
Cheap beer cans are crumpled on the floor while a vaguely familiar Top-40 song pulsates in the background. Attractive 20-somethings bop to the beat while… Read more »
Meet your Student Association key players; learn plans, goals for semester
Every politician is a politician because he or she believes, or at least says, that it’s possible to make your world a better place. Politicians… Read more »
Organization key factor when finalizing peace forum details
The Syracuse University campus was abuzz Monday and Tuesday as news of the Dalai Lama’s visit spread throughout campus. As the planning of the event… Read more »
To be a true rebel on the Syracuse University campus, vote Republican
At Syracuse University, one can become the center of debates simply by saying, “I’m voting for Mitt Romney,” and for anyone who’s brave enough to… Read more »
Green, sustainable clubs on campus provide opportunities for both SU and ESF students
Syracuse University is an institution known for a great deal of things: renowned academia, Big East sports and myriads of clubs and activities. There is… Read more »
Students should have more input for Kimmel alternatives
Although Food Services used customer feedback and surveys when deciding to replace Taco Bell and Burger King in the Kimmel Food Court, Syracuse University students… Read more »
Cheap apps can save students time, help organize assignments
After the car is unpacked, dorm room organization commences. With surgical precision you align folders, sort pencils and fold clothes. Upon your parents’ departure, it… Read more »
A modest proposal: Let's start parties earlier on weekends
It’s the calm before the storm. It’s Friday night, and you have your plans all lined up. Your friend’s cousin’s neighbor is having this great… Read more »
As year begins, students must remember simple safety precautions
As freshmen adjust to being on a college campus for the first time and as upperclassmen return, campus safety becomes an issue. Within a 24-hour… Read more »
SU along with other colleges considered to be liberal, but colleges offer opportunities for all views
It’s an age-old talking point of conservatives: Colleges are liberal. Professors and fellow students are all the same — they all have a supposedly similar… Read more »
From one SU female to another, tips on everything from stereotypes to campus culture
It’s hard to believe I started my career at Syracuse University four years ago this month and am about to embark on my last semester… Read more »
Campus media, police departments should be more vigilant about campus safety
In a span of 24 hours I received two Department of Public Safety notices. Both involved incidents late at night in Thornden Park. Apparently DPS feels… Read more »
Todd Akin's comment about legitimate rape should motivate young voters
I usually avoid discussing politics beyond my friends and family, but when Rep. Todd Akin (R-Mo.) declared there was a difference between rape and legitimate… Read more »
Students must make use of Syracuse University resources
In Chancellor Nancy Cantor’s opening note to students in the Syracuse Welcome 2012 booklet, she writes, “We are delighted to have you join us, and… Read more »
