Tag: Central New York
Syracuse residents, foodies unite at annual Thornden Park Chili Festival
Community members and chili enthusiasts stopped by Thornden Park this past Sunday for the 26th annual Thornden Park Chili Bowl Festival. Read More »
Keep the week before spring break interesting with these 5 upcoming events
Jazz up the last week of school before spring break with musicals downtown and informative talks on campus. Read More »
Author Nicole Terez Dutton shares poetry as part of an SU reading series
Author Nicole Terez Dutton spoke to SU students Wednesday night as part of the English Department’s Raymond Carver reading series. Read More »
Students, community advocates seek stronger support network for eating disorder recovery
In recognition of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, Syracuse community members reflect on the involvement of the university and local clinal providers in assisting those who are struggling. Read More »
Get lute this weekend at these 5 concerts
Enjoy the last weekend before spring break with one of these five concerts. Read More »
At Albany, InclusiveU representatives advocate for resources for students with disabilities
Members of Syracuse University's InclusiveU and others rallied in support of two bills that would fund pre-college preparation and transition programs. Read More »
As women enter the workforce, there is a lack of accommodations for them to flourish
Issues — such as workplace harassment, lack of gender diversity and unequal opportunities for promotions — discourage women from staying in the professional world. Workplaces were built for men — issues like protected maternity leave and pay equity are ignored as they do not affect male workers. Read More »
Melding R&B and rap, Don Toliver maintains reign as a distinctive talent
In his new album ‘Love Sick,’ Don Toliver continues to build on his unique hip-hop talent and produces many songs that will be on the charts for months to come. Read More »
Through student-run show 'Krab Night,' SU brothers bring various forms of sketch comedy
Brothers Aidan and Ryan Micho have been interested in comedy for most of their lives. Together they started a new student-run comedy show called “Krab Night” where they allow students to put on stand up and sketch comedy performances. Read More »
Legacy admissions reveal power, privilege at college
There needs to be further education regarding the impact of privilege in our society — on both systemic and cultural levels — that is specifically targeted toward individuals who are most ignorant to its benefit. Read More »
In its inaugural season of competing, SU's Call of Duty team builds reputation
In its inaugural season of competition, the Syracuse University Call of Duty team is working to build its reputation on campus and hopes to reach the same status as other sports. Read More »
Syracuse Stage explores internal prejudice with its 1st bilingual play
Syracuse Stage is showing its first bilingual play to the community, highlighting issues like prejudice in both Spanish and English. Read More »
Everson exhibit 'Hoop Dreams' embraces art, history of basketball
New Everson exhibit highlights the artistic expression of basketball, and pays respects to the history of the game in Syracuse. Read More »
Strut your stuff with these 7 weekend concerts
Explore the music scene of Syracuse at one of these seven concerts this weekend. Read More »
State law protecting workers from employer retaliation over absences goes into effect
A New York state law which protects workers from employer retaliation against absences began Tuesday to protect family and sick leave for workers. Read More »
PinkPantheress has blown up on TikTok and reached the Billboard Hot 100. But who is she?
After blowing up on TikTok during the pandemic, PinkPantheress has positioned herself to be a big name in music for years to come. Read More »
Our ideas of spirituality miss the mark. It can have a positive impact and much more
Meditation and spirituality can have positive effects on the brain. It has been demonstrated that meditation can reduce pain, improve your immune response and relieve stress. Meditation is one of many contemplative practices that help people focus their thoughts and energy inward. Read More »
Gov. Kathy Hochul extends pandemic SNAP assistance, adds $234 million in funds
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s investment in additional food assistance will provide SNAP households with a supplement of at least $95 this month. Read More »
New models, test drives roll into 114th Syracuse Auto Show
This past weekend, the Oncenter hosted the 114th Syracuse Auto Expo, giving car fans the opportunity to connect with each other and test out some new models. Read More »
Even with heavy emphasis on Greek life at SU, it’s not the only way to build relationships
I think one of the most dangerous myths about college in general is that it has to be “the best four years of your life.” It puts pressure on students who are already pushing themselves to stay on top of work and start planning for their future, to make sure they have the perfect social life. Read More »
Unionization process has left out marginalized graduate students
However, the recent move to impeach the GSO president because of her advocacy for students’ concerns is deeply disturbing for me to witness. She was advocating on the behalf of graduate students who have concerns about unionizations and the implications, including myself. Read More »
'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' review: Flop to start Phase 5
The latest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ is a messy, special effects filled disappointment. Read More »
University Union announces 1st-ever student comedy show
University Union is holding its first-ever student comedy show at 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 4 at the Schine Student Center. Read More »
From Prokofiev to Mardi Gras, here are 6 events to keep you busy this week
Dance to the beat of your own drums or taste the cultures of local chefs at some fun events this week. Read More »