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Mayor Ben Walsh works to address Syracuse’s looming budget deficit

Walsh has said the city plans to partner with the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs to host a Fiscal Summit. Read More »

February 5, 2018 at 11:16 pm


Syracuse University provost addresses tenure-track faculty hiring plan

As colleges increasingly rely on adjuncts to teach classes, Syracuse University plans to hire 100 new tenure-track faculty to help bolster its research capabilities. Read More »

January 24, 2018 at 10:31 pm


Syracuse University graduate students detail service employee unionization drive

Graduate students said a union could help them negotiate better contracts for employment at Syracuse University. Read More »

January 22, 2018 at 10:29 pm


Student Association president: Euclid Shuttle service to start Thursday

The Euclid Shuttle will provide students living in Sadler Hall, Lawrinson Hall and the Brewster/Boland/Brockway Complex direct transportation to Lancaster Avenue, Stratford Street and Westcott Street. Read More »

January 17, 2018 at 7:53 pm


How Syracuse University's Invest Syracuse hits the mark — and what can be done to improve it

The Daily Orange Editorial Board reviews Chancellor Syverud's state of the university address and his goals outlined for the Invest Syracuse initiative. Read More »

January 17, 2018 at 1:02 am


Chancellor asks University Senate for recommendations on sexual relationship policy

Chancellor Kent Syverud has asked the University Senate to recommend changes to sexual harassment and assault policy by the end of the spring semester. Read More »

January 16, 2018 at 10:51 pm


Video: Five takeaways from Chancellor Kent Syverud's Winter Message

Syverud delivered a similar state of the university speech at the start of the fall 2017 semester. Read More »

January 16, 2018 at 10:27 pm


Report: In NCAA-mandated interviews, Syracuse athletes voiced academic advising concerns, dissatisfaction with facilities

SU’s Faculty Oversight Committee conducted the interviews with athletes finishing their eligibility at the university in December 2016 and May 2017. Read More »

September 7, 2017 at 12:48 am


PUBLIC CONSENSUS: How Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud is viewed 3 years into his tenure

The Daily Orange interviewed more than 50 faculty, staff and administrators about Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud. They described a chancellor who means well and has made progress on his projects, but who has also made several missteps in his time at SU. Read More »

April 27, 2017 at 1:01 am


Officials remain hesitant of declaring Syracuse University 'sanctuary campus'

Concerns regarding the safety of undocumented students at Syracuse University are growing under President Donald Trump's administration. Chancellor Kent Syverud has twice declined to declare SU a sanctuary campus, but has expressed support for undocumented students. Read More »

January 31, 2017 at 11:53 pm


At Syracuse University, Trump’s executive order has consequences

Here are stories of Syracuse University community members affected by President Donald Trump's executive order restricting immigration. Read More »

January 30, 2017 at 9:09 pm


Kent Syverud signals support for students affected by immigration ban

In a letter sent to the SU community on Monday, Syverud did not outwardly oppose Donald Trump's executive order banning travel from Muslim majority countries, but instead listed resources for members of the community who have been affected. Read More »

January 30, 2017 at 5:03 pm


J.R. Martinez urges continued activism during Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

According to event organizers, about 1,600 people attended Syracuse University's MLK Celebration on Sunday night. Read More »

January 29, 2017 at 10:06 pm


Chancellor Kent Syverud asks University Senate to examine impact of Trump's proposed immigration policies at SU

SU Chancellor Kent Syverud again said the university will not declare itself a "sanctuary campus," but noted he has encouraged the University Senate and experts to examine Trump immigration policies. Read More »

January 17, 2017 at 8:52 pm


Kent Syverud announces initiatives aimed at advancing Academic Strategic Plan

Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud addressed the campus community on Tuesday in the Life Sciences Complex in what essentially served as a State of the University. Read More »

January 17, 2017 at 5:13 pm


Former Carnegie Mellon University administrator appointed as Syracuse University's CFO

Rahnamay-Azar, who comes to SU from Carnegie Mellon University, will direct the university’s finance and administrative functions. Read More »

January 4, 2017 at 6:06 pm


GSO discusses conference bid, collaboration with law enforcement

The National Association of Graduate-Professional Students Conference Bid and free speech policies were among the long-standing issues discussed at Wednesday's meeting of the Graduate Student Organization. Read More »

November 10, 2016 at 1:48 pm


Former dean appointed as special adviser to the chancellor and provost for faculty engagement

Cathyrn Newton, dean emerita and a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was appointed as special adviser to the chancellor and provost for faculty engagement. In her new role Newton is expected to expand undergraduate research. Read More »

October 13, 2016 at 8:42 pm


Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud announces new members of Campus Framework Advisory Group

Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud has announced the appointment of eight new members to the Campus Framework Advisory Group as the planning moves on to its next phase. Read More »

October 12, 2016 at 1:43 pm


Vice Chancellor Michele Wheatly declines to explain Whitman dean situation

Syracuse University Provost and Vice Chancellor Michele Wheatly declined to go into detail about the removal of Kenneth Kavajecz as dean of the Martin J. Whitman School dean in a meeting with the Whitman community on Friday. Read More »

September 16, 2016 at 12:50 pm


Syracuse University's relationship with veterans, explained

SU has maintained its commitment to service members, veterans and their families for decades, funneling millions of dollars into resources for these groups. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 1:28 pm


Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud announces search committee for next Director of Athletics

The search committee for SU's next athletic director includes head football coach Dino Babers and women's basketball player Brittney Sykes. Read More »

May 25, 2016 at 3:35 pm


Syracuse University faculty reflect on Donald Newhouse as 2016 commencement speaker

Before giving his commencement speech on Sunday, Syracuse University faculty discuss Donald Newhouse as this year's commencement speaker. Read More »

May 11, 2016 at 8:00 pm


Syracuse University faculty members express concern and problems with proposed University Place promenade

Syracuse University faculty members and officials sparred over the proposed University Place promenade at an often-contentious feedback session on Monday evening. Read More »

May 9, 2016 at 9:46 pm