Sound Beat: Access Audio creates audiobook with InclusiveU students
InclusiveU students work with Sound Beat: Access Audio, whose latest project is an audio adaptation of a book about the Ashokan Reservoir. Read more »
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Student musician Heit Haus to release new single, performs sunrise set
Lucas Dell’Abate, who recently adopted the stage name Heit Haus, performed techno music at 6 a.m. last month and will now stream the set online. Read more »
Leaders of Pride Union strive to create safe space for LGBTQ students
This semester, the current Pride Union president is working to make the organization an inclusive space for LGBTQ students through engaging virtual events. Read more »
CNY Playhouse plans for future after moving out of ShoppingTown Mall
As it looks for a new home, the volunteer-based community theater has received support from the community in the form of donations and storage space. Read more »
'A Gatherin’ Place' tells Black women’s stories through theater
The production, which features the stories of Black women in central New York, is available to stream on Syracuse Stage’s website until Nov. 1. Read more »
SU professor creates rugs to document mother’s illness, womanhood
Ann Clarke is displaying her exhibit “Lessons of Empathy in Wonderland” at the Schweinfurth Art Center through January. Read more »
Members of Syracuse band CAMM are activists in the community
The four women of CAMM, which performs music from a variety of genres, are each activists in the Syracuse community. Read more »
SU staff offers virtual cooking classes for students
Meg Lowe and Syeisha Byrd, two SU staff members, are bringing their cooking expertise into the classroom for “Virtual Pantry Cookin’”classes. Read more »
SU students release music about self-reflection, social justice
Anish Ghosh and Afamefuna Onyebadi have released music inspired by COVID-19 and the Black Lives Matter movement. Read more »
Photo exhibit displays effects of trade embargo in Cuba
Joe Guerriero’s exhibit “Waiting for Normal” explores the impact of the United States’ trade embargo on people and society in Cuba. Read more »
SU alumnus lands million dollar deal on Shark Tank
Josh Aviv pitched his electric car charging business, receiving investment from sharks Lori Greiner and Mark Cuban. Read more »
Timothée Chalamet launches the next step of his career in 'Dune'
Screen Time columnist Ftsum Michael believes Timothée Chalamet will excel in his lead role in the blockbuster film “Dune.” Read more »
SU senior discusses fashion industry, new sustainable collection
The sustainable collection features prints and vibrant colors that Adelle Wade hopes will uplift people after the pandemic. Read more »
Nonprofit '100 Black Men of Syracuse' will work with city leaders on change
The initiative, which features eight video interviews aims to hold community leaders accountable for addressing systemic racism. Read more »
SU students don't need to take all belongings home for winter break
Syracuse University is asking students living on campus to pack and label all their belongings before leaving for winter break. Read more »
Clothing brand 'Anthropologie' to open location at Destiny USA summer 2021
The lifestyler retailer sells products such as women’s apparel, accessories and home decor. Read more »
SA proposes 4-way stop at Waverly and Comstock
An Assembly member proposed the idea following the death of a student last week after colliding with an SU trolley at the intersection. Read more »
Community activist Aggie Lane helps low-income residents find jobs
Aggie Lane, 75, lives on the Southside of Syracuse and is the treasurer and co-founder of the Urban Jobs Task Force. Read more »
Syracuse Gay & Lesbian Chorus continues to build a community
The group canceled its spring winter seasons due to COVID-19 but has maintained its sense of community through game nights and ice cream hangouts. Read more »
SU students grow TikTok followings, use app for activism
Three SU freshmen use the app to share original content and support social justice causes. Read more »
Romantic and comedic moments in ‘Emily in Paris’ fall flat
Screen Time columnist Lucy Messineo-Witt says the Netflix original show has a fabulous setting, but everything else about it is lacking. Read more »
Syracuse University senior showcases film at Chelsea Film Festival
Jordan Cody Brandon directed and produced “1 Block,” which appeared in the festival and focuses on racism in New York City. Read more »
SU students help resurrect LGBTQ publication
In its next editions, The OutCrowd Magazine aims to tell stories about cultural trends as well as social and political issues. Read more »
Bike share company offers free Election Day rides
Gotcha will offer free bike rides in Syracuse on Election Day as part of an initiative to make voting more accessible. Read more »
