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SU textbooks have become a financial burden for many students
An updated textbook system would lead to a better SU learning environment for all. Read More »
Syracuse University shouldn't wait until 2040 to become carbon neutral
Students, faculty, and staff are responsible for holding SU, the local government, and each other accountable. It is now or never. Read More »
Students are burnt out. We needed a spring break.
This semester should be the first and last that we do not have a weeklong break at SU. Read More »
Don’t depend on campus commitment emails to stay informed
SU students should not rely on campus commitment emails to take action against inequity, racism and intolerance. Read More »
Student Association must engage the student body beyond asking for our votes
A former Student Association Assembly Representative and Parliamentarian pushes the organization to look past the election and focus on students’ needs. Read More »
It’s on Student Association to remedy low voter turnout
Syracuse University’s Student Association can improve voter turnout by bettering their public relations and empathy to student voices, says SA Assembly Representative. Read More »
Why I want to drop out of Syracuse moments before graduating
Humor columnist Eliot Fish devised the perfect plan to maximize your education before you drop out, get rich and produce your “drop-out turned success” biopic. Read More »
After low voter turnout, students need to recognize SA’s importance
Students should make the most of their college experience by becoming more involved with SU’s Student Association. Read More »
Gov. Cuomo no longer deserves to stay in power
After allegations of sexual harassment, toxic work environment and fabricated COVID-19 data, it’s clear that Gov. Cuomo’s time in power should come to an end. Read More »
Biden made promises to refugees. He hasn't kept them.
Biden’s failure to fulfill campaign promises on border policies are unacceptable. Local lawmakers need to hold his administration accountable. Read More »
Mental health resources can help prevent gun violence
The Biden Administration should prioritize preventative policies when it comes to solving the issue of gun violence. Read More »
The discussion isn't guns vs. Tasers. It's about police resorting to violence.
The discussion of police officers using guns versus tasers is seriously misguided. Instead, police officers should stop using violence altogether. Read More »
Miss the old SU? Getting vaccinated is our best shot at normalcy.
A fully vaccinated SU community means going back to business as usual. Read More »
Women’s confidence in the workplace is on the rise. Let’s keep it that way.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had positive effects on women in professional spaces. Read More »
Being sent home during COVID-19 made me hide my true identity
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused LGBTQ+ students to be neglected by Syracuse University. Read More »
Rather than mindlessly scrolling, take a break from social media
Social media detoxing is more essential than one may think to college students’ mental health. Read More »
Sarah Everard’s death is another reminder that women never feel safe
The murder of Sarah Everard should remind students women should not have to feel consistently unsafe. Read More »
It’s too early to lift mask mandates
Five states have lifted mask mandates. The other 45 states shouldn’t follow suit. Read More »
Me and Breonna Taylor are not that different
One year after her death, Breonna Taylor still deserves justice. Read More »
What I’ve taken away from my graduate school experience
I found balance and purpose through my graduate school experience. So can you. Read More »
Relationships are hard. The pandemic has made it worse.
Dating during this pandemic is difficult but not impossible. Read More »
Silver Wings club encourages students to volunteer during the pandemic
The Silver Wings club should inspire students to do more for their community. Read More »
Syracuse needs more mass vaccination sites
Syracuse should be a city that is equally prioritized in receiving a new mass vaccination site. Read More »
Cuomo's new COVID-19 shutdown restrictions are concerning not just for SU
With SU’s new 880 case limit comes concerns of SU students letting their COVID guards down and, in turn, infecting the greater Syracuse community. Read More »