SU to offer online mental health services this fall
For students who choose to return to campus this fall, resources are available through the university to help students maintain their mental health through the pandemic. Read more »
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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 »
Lawsuit claims SU overlooked former employee Conrad Mainwaring’s sex abuse
The man claims Syracuse University’s negligence enabled Mainwaring to molest him in an empty university classroom during a campus tour. Read more »
Syracuse University launches COVID-19 tracking website
University officials also provided updates on class scheduling, contact tracing and other coronavirus prevention measures for fall 2020 during Friday's virtual forum. 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 »
5 takeaways from John Wildhack’s press conference on ACC’s plan
No opt-outs yet, Liberty as Syracuse’s first option and more from John Wildhack’s virtual press conference. Read more »
Indigenous organizers continue advocacy for Columbus statue removal
The Daily Orange is a nonprofit newsroom that receives no funding from Syracuse University. Consider donating today to support our mission. The Resilient Indigenous Action Collective is… 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 »
Elijah Hughes receives NBA Draft Combine invite
Despite the invitation, the draft combine’s date, location and format remain unknown due to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more »
Walsh agrees to some of protesters’ demands for police reform
Of the nine total demands presented by the coalition, Walsh’s administration agreed to four, partially agreed to three and delegated two to the Common Council and the Syracuse City School District. Read more »
Athletes exempt from 'Stay Safe Pledge' travel guidelines, SU official says
Yesterday's "Stay Safe Pledge" will exempt student-athletes who are traveling with Syracuse University organizations such as athletic teams. 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 »
ACC delays competitions for fall Olympic sports until Sept. 1
The ACC announced today that all fall games and exhibitions for Olympic sports — cross country, soccer, field hockey and volleyball — will be delayed until Sept. 1. 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 »
Dior Johnson reportedly considering reclassifying from 2022 to 2021
If Johnson reclassified, the fifth-overall prospect would join four-star Benny Williams in Syracuse's 2021 recruiting class. Read more »
Census organizers struggle to reach SU students during pandemic
The U.S. Census Bureau extended the collection process by three months to Oct. 31 to compensate for lost outreach opportunities. Read more »
Oh My Darling resumes operations after 2-month closure
Downtown restaurant Oh My Darling reopened its dining room on June 12 after being closed for two months. Read more »
Mobile cafe brings Cafe Kubal coffee to Syracuse neighborhoods
At its neighborhood visits, the mobile cafe serves a simplified version of Cafe Kubal’s espresso bar and sets up social distance seating. Read more »
Former SU assistant Troy Weaver reported to become Detroit Pistons GM
Weaver was an assistant coach at Syracuse for four seasons, and helped Jim Boeheim lead the program to its only national championship in 2003. Read more »
Last Chance for Change organizers strive to unite, reform community
Since first marching over two weeks ago, organizers have begun to see their demands met. Read more »
New York State Fair vendors adjust to pandemic, financial uncertainty
Fair vendors are working to keep their businesses afloat, but they’re unsure the state will hold the 18-day fair in August. Read more »
Last Chance for Change marches to SU chancellor's house
Saturday marked the second time Last Chance for Change protested at Syracuse University. The first time they marched across SU, a protester said SU is “known for its racism.” Read more »
SU to ease restrictions on essential travel for faculty and staff
SU will allow some travel for essential research activities and essential business. Travel to conferences is still prohibited. Read more »
Classes will use alternating attendance model to decrease in-person capacity
Smaller classes will meet using an alternate day attendance model and online learning. Some large lectures will not meet in person at all. Read more »
