SU students need to pay more attention to climate change
Climate change will bring unbearable snow levels, wind and lower temperatures, disrupting life and traditions in Syracuse. Read more »
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Students will benefit from setting more attainable goals this semester
Large, future-oriented goals for the new year will prevent SU students from living in the present. Short-term, smaller goals will improve students’ mental health and well-being. Read more »
Don’t panic about the omicron variant until there’s more data
The WHO does not have enough information about the Omicron variant to make any conclusions, and the SU community shouldn’t either. Read more »
The New York Local News Act will address the state’s news deserts
In recent years, news outlets across New York have become scarce, making citizens ill-informed of local happenings. The New York Local News Act would change that. Read more »
It’s not unpatriotic to remove the Columbus statue
Mayor Walsh ought to move forward with the removal of the Columbus statue. Read more »
Prioritize your mental and physical health during finals season
Although it may seem better to study for an extra 30 minutes, you will be better off if you set that time aside to sleep, eat or exercise. Read more »
Don’t tear down statues. It’s our duty to preserve American history
Part of progressing as a civilization is having the ability to look back and realize how far we’ve come. Removing statues of historic figures takes this ability away. Read more »
Kyle Rittenhouse verdict shows SU students self-defense laws won’t protect them
Self-defense laws make it possible for people like Kyle Rittenhouse to get away with harming or killing people. Read more »
Syracuse University should make the booster shot mandatory
Mandating the COVID-19 booster shot would protect the SU community from more outbreaks of the virus. Read more »
AAPI+ community has made incremental improvements, but there’s more work to be done
If the AAPI+ community unites its’ voice at SU, positive change will follow. Read more »
The harm of LGBTQ community claiming African American Vernacular English
The LGBTQ community’s appropriation of African American Vernacular English needs to be addressed. Read more »
Course withdrawals should not appear on SU students’ transcripts
Adding course withdrawals to students’ transcripts provides nothing but stress for students at SU. Read more »
HCE program should be expanded to enhance students’ academic success
SU should incorporate more HCE programs into its curriculum to allow more first-year students to take advantage of academic resources on campus. Read more »
Students must remain patient while SU recovers from supply chain shortages
While supply chain shortages have been disappointing for SU students, they must remain hopeful that solutions will be made to the global issue. Read more »
Ben Walsh’s reelection is a win for Syracuse
After a successful first term, Walsh has proved he is the most qualified person to lead the city for the next four years. Read more »
SPD, DPS must be more vigilant around campus
SPD and DPS must be more vigilant while on duty, for their presence currently isn’t doing enough to ensure safety and prevent criminal activity. Read more »
Avoid cultural appropriation this Halloween
SU students should have the decency to thoughtfully determine whether a costume is offensive or stereotypical. Read more »
5 businesses that should be added to Marshall Street
If Marshall Street added these five businesses, students would reap the benefits. Read more »
SUNY-ESF administration has failed to protect its graduate student employees
Two months after the start of classes, ESF administrators continue to sit on their hands while each day graduate employees risk their health teaching ESF students Read more »
Marshall Street incident exposed flaws of Syracuse Police Department
The Syracuse Police Department must do better. Their actions on Oct. 15th were unacceptable and the officers involved need to be held accountable. Read more »
If you feel trapped by injustices, don’t lose hope
For those of us in prison, we hear and see from the media the efforts being taken to expose and correct the injustices that have been occurring. Read more »
The culture of apathy at SU is separating students from one another
SU, whether intentionally or not, teaches and perpetuates a culture of apathy and self-serving attitudes. Read more »
A fall break would benefit SU students’ mental health
SU needs to make an effort to improve students’ mental wellness and academic success by implementing a fall break. Read more »
SU students need to prioritize sleep
Students should focus on creating healthy sleep habits by understanding and accepting that sleep may interfere with their social time. Read more »
