CNY musicians miss live music, unsure when it will go back to normal
During COVID-19, central New York musicians miss live performances and are unsure when their next gigs will be. Read more »
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Art galleries, museums prepare to reopen
Local art galleries such as ArtRage and the Syracuse University Art Museum are preparing to host in-person exhibits for the first time since closing in March. Read more »
SU student launches second collection of sustainable brand Treeasun
The clothing and bags in Yianni Biniaris’ collection are made from upcycled fabrics and scraps. Read more »
University Union, SA to screen “Selma”
UU and SA will screen the movie “Selma” both in person and virtually on Sunday 5 p.m. Read more »
Here are 4 Black student-run businesses at SU to check out
Black-owned businesses on campus include clothing and cosmetics brands such as Beauty X Paige, Sincerely,Fab, Loyalty Over Love and Basketball Royalty, LLC. Read more »
Black-owned Winnie’s Soul Delicious to open on Marshall Street
Winnie’s will be the first Black-owned restaurant to operate on Marshall St. when it opens next month. Read more »
SU alumna to open sustainable fashion boutique
SU alumna Caeresa Richardson opens the showroom for Gypsy Freedom, a socially-conscious fashion boutique, on August 31. Read more »
People’s Place opens for 50th year, with COVID-19 restrictions
An enhanced sanitation policy and mandatory masks are a few of the pandemic restrictions People’s Place will follow as it reopens for the fall semester. Read more »
Tiny Desk concerts showcase student talent
Black Box Players allows students to perform a variety of musical talents during Instagram Live Tiny Desk concerts. Read more »
Local theater companies adapt programming to pandemic guidelines
Actors and production staff at local theater companies are unsure of when they can take the stage due to COVID-19. Read more »
SU students, alumni perform songs at virtual welcome event
Two SU juniors and a recent grad performed songs they have written in the past. The artists plan to release more music this fall. Read more »
Light Work supports CNY photographers through annual grant
The three CNY photographers are pursuing projects about marginalized communities in Syracuse, as well as the physicality and impermanence of photography. Read more »
Rapper Smino performs virtual concert for SU’s Welcome Week
St. Louis rapper Smino performed eight of his songs in front of a virtual audience for SU’s Welcome Week. Read more »
SU Marching Band moves meetings online, member tests positive for COVID-19
Marching band practices will continue virtually as the university completes the contact tracing process. Read more »
SU Fashion and Design Society hosts F*4 Zoom Series
FADS e-board members Aanya Singh and Raff Guglielmino created a talk series to forge connections between SU students and fashion industry professionals. Read more »
SU Greek life during COVID-19: No parties, social events at chapter houses
Social distancing guidelines will put large parties and some Greek life events on hold this semester. Read more »
University Union, Syracuse music venues implement alternate concert formats
Under phase four of NY state reopening, venues such as The Westcott Theater can welcome patrons back for concerts at reduced capacity. Read more »
Campus clubs will use virtual fair to connect with new students
SU clubs and organizations like First Year Players will participate in the Orange Blast! Involvement Fair, a virtual event for freshmen and transfer students during Welcome Week. Read more »
No new exposures from 3 COVID-19 cases among SU students in CNY
SU students who’ve tested positive for COVID-19 haven’t come in contact with other students, a university official said. Read more »
Dorm Guide: A breakdown of Syracuse University’s freshman residence halls
Here’s what to know about the residence halls that house freshmen at Syracuse University. Read more »
Central New York Regional Market vendors adapt to COVID-19 pandemic
Vendors at the CNY Regional Market have continued to sell products such as coffee and honey even as the physical setup of the market has changed due to social distancing guidelines. Read more »
Redhouse Arts Center entertains through Zoom plays, virtual programming
Cast members of the virtual production “Waiting for the Host” both rehearsed and performed via Zoom. Redhouse also offers virtual workshops and interviews with directors and choreographers. Read more »
Students may face suspension or expulsion for hosting parties, gatherings
Students who violate health guidelines can be referred to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities for a code of conduct violation. Read more »
Singer-songwriter Riz La Vie talks inspiration behind latest EP “Feed.”
Riz La Vie began booking and performing shows when he was a teenager. He has recently performed on Instagram Live due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more »
