Tag: Chancellor Kent Syverud
Academic freedom is not absolute, must bend to protect Jewish students’ safety
Conceding that there exists an antisemitism problem on campus, hope springs eternal that the entire Syracuse community can cohabit on campus with respectful treatment of one another, allowance for differences of opinion, and complete protection of and safety for all community members, including Jewish students, professors and teaching assistant’s who are sorely lacking those entitlements at present. Read More »
GSO discusses academic freedom, passes amended constitution
At its Wednesday meeting, Syracuse University's Graduate Student Organization discussed free speech and academic freedom. GSO's Senate also passed an amended constitution. Read More »
As a Latine voice at The D.O., BIPOCs in the media are too rare
My story guides my desire to mobilize social justice, and my diverse experiences create a wealth of knowledge that drives change; it's essential that we leverage our stories and experiences to confront and dismantle the neocolonialist values entrenched in our Western mindset and systems. Read More »
Marshall Street business owners hopeful about upcoming DPS office
DPS' new office sits at 737 S. Crouse Ave. Several local business owners said they think the office may deter crime on Marshall Street. Read More »
SU presents new integrated learning major, law, society and policy
The new law, society and policy integrated learning major is intended for students interested in human rights and the pursuit of justice. The program focuses on sociology, responding to a high volume of student interest in sociology, specifically relating to criminal justice. Read More »
ODI provides updates on SU admissions after revocation of affirmative action
At a campus-wide forum, Syracuse University administrators updated the community on its DEIA initiatives — including equity in admissions. Read More »
Explaining USen’s reimagined committee layout
Syracuse University's Senate will operate differently beginning in August 2024. It passed its first resolution to merge several committees. Read More »
Hundreds march in ‘Hands Off Rafah’ demonstration
After gathering in Clinton Square, protesters marched through Syracuse, moving through S. Clinton, W. Jefferson Streets and S. Salina Street. Read More »
Before it even had a name, advocacy has been interwoven into SU’s Disability Studies program
SU's Disability Studies program celebrates is 30-year anniversary this year. When it was established in 1994, it was the first of its kind. Read More »
Mixed messages: How facilitated communication persists at SU
Despite research calling it pseudoscientific, facilitated communication persists at Syracuse University. Read More »
Hans Kundnani reflects on new book 'Eurowhiteness' at SU visit
Hans Kundnani talked about his new book "Eurowhiteness: Culture, Empire and Race in the European Project" with students and professors at Syracuse University. Read More »
CTLE conversation helps SU faculty navigate ‘AI misuse’
SU's CTLE held a “Setting and Managing Boundaries for Students’ Use of Artificial Intelligence” conversation Wednesday afternoon. Read More »
SU Alum Mosab Abu Toha speaks at SUNY Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions launch event
Abu Toha spoke about his migration to Rafah and subsequent detainment by the IDF at SUNY BDS’ launch event on Tuesday. Read More »
SU hosts ‘InclusiveU and You’ session, part of DEIA ‘Lunch and Learn’ series
Syracuse University’s “InclusiveU and You” session was the fourth installment of its ongoing “Lunch and Learn” series. Read More »
Jessamyn Neuhaus announced as director of Center for Learning and Teaching Excellence
Jessamyn Neuhaus, the current director of CTE at SUNY Plattsburgh, will begin her position as the new director SU's CLTE starting Aug. 1. Read More »
SU to build 2 new residence halls, demolish Marion, Kimmel Halls
Efforts to create new residential halls are part of SU’s new strategic housing plan, which aims to expand living options for its main campus. Read More »
SA extends Euclid Loop of SU’s ‘Cuse Trolley program
The Euclid Loop trolley will now run from 6 p.m. to 1:25 a.m Monday through Friday to improve convenience for students. Read More »
SU students respond to recent false bomb, active shooter reports on campus
The Daily Orange spoke to several SU community members to gauge their reactions to recent false threats and swatting incidents on campus. Read More »
PLUMMETING PELL GRANTS: Percentage of SU Undergraduate Pell recipients has decreased over a decade
Since its peak in 2011, the percentage of undergraduate Pell recipients at Syracuse University has decreased by 10 points. Read More »
ODI seminar stresses the impact of words, actions as microaggressions
SU’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion held a seminar to discuss the impacts of microaggressions on students. Read More »
119 Euclid talk emphasizes importance of mental health strategies for Black students
At 119 Euclid, Kayla Turner and Kelvin Boakye gave a presentation on mental health and identity focused on the African American community. Read More »
Shaw Center Literary Corps receives grant to hire more undergraduate tutors
SU Literacy Corps connects SU students with the local community, assigning tutors to local elementary, middle and high school students. Read More »
Ritter said SU working with colleges, universities to discuss swatting protocol
Provost Gretchen Ritter announced an update on the university's response to recent swatting incidents that targeted the Maxwell School. Read More »
NYPIRG survey indicates N.Y. students need more assistance with healthcare
NYPIRG tabled at SU and SUNY ESF to ask students to fill out the survey about their experiences with access to health care. Read More »