Men’s rowing hires Emma Carlisle Reske as assistant coach
Carlisle Reske rowed for Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts before coaching at various programs for the last nine years. Read more »
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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 »
Barnes Center, Ernie Davis fitness centers to reopen with new safety protocols
Ernie Davis Fitness Center will have a maximum capacity of 20 people at a time and staff will be required to disinfect equipment every 90 minutes. Read more »
SU official anticipates no outbreak from Quad gathering
Vice Chancellor Mike Haynie does not believe that a large gathering on the Quad will result in an outbreak of coronavirus infections. Read more »
Fighting against systemic racism starts at home
I’ve been protesting in Syracuse since May. This is the last chance for the country to change. We’re giving it a chance at redemption. 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 »
ROTC cadets balancing athletics develop leadership skills, camaraderie
ROTC cadets balance athletics and training, in turn, gaining valuable leadership skills and lifelong camaraderie. 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 »
Video shows dozens of students packed together outside Flint Hall on Friday
The video shows the students gathering at around 11:40 p.m. with no social distancing. Four DPS cars arrived to break up the crowd. Read more »
Cardio and weights areas at the Barnes Center to reopen Monday
The track, cardio spaces and weight rooms at the Barnes Center will reopen Aug. 24, but basketball courts will remain closed. Read more »
Syracuse extends Athletic Director John Wildhack's contract through 2025
The university is "very pleased" with Wildhack's performance, Chancellor Kent Syverud said. Read more »
Videos show large gathering of SU students on campus, not social distancing
At least 100 students, some without masks, are seen on video gathering Wednesday night on the university’s Quad and not social distancing. Read more »
SU adds former Buffalo volunteer assistant Evan Ruechel to coaching staff
Ruechel served as an assistant coach at Indiana Wesleyan, North Carolina Wilmington and Buffalo before SU hired him. Read more »
SU updates Title IX sexual assault policies, opposes new regulations
The university opposed the regulations, arguing that the changes might discourage survivors of assault or harassment from coming forward. Read more »
Illinois transfer Alan Griffin granted immediate eligibility
The NCAA granted 2020-21 eligibility for Alan Griffin, who transferred to Syracuse this offseason. Read more »
International students going remote struggle to sublet apartment leases
A long travel process and health concerns has led some SU international students who returned home over the summer to study remotely this semester. 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 official Amanda Nicholson retires after 20 years at university
Three current administrators will temporarily fill Nicholson’s role as SU searches for a permanent replacement. Read more »
In a season without the Carrier Dome, SU student runs Otto’s Army virtually
Otto’s Army president, Jonathan Danilich, may be the first without a football season. How he’s uniting the Syracuse community through sport and spirit. 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 »
