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Willow Smith releases hopeful song following election

After a long hiatus, Willow Smith is back and using her music to spread hope amidst a confusing and uncertain election, says music columnist Phoebe Smith. Read More »

November 21, 2016 at 9:35 pm


What's next for Hillary Clinton?

Now that Hillary Clinton lost the election, what will she do with her time? Will she be a regular grandma or still a political force to be reckoned with? Josh Feinblatt, election humor columnist, breaks it down. Read More »

November 16, 2016 at 8:26 pm



SU student's viral note reminds the importance of sex etiquette

An SU student's note asking her neighbor to be courteous when having sex went viral this week, and sex and health columnist Lydia Chan is now taking the opportunity to recap the principles of sex etiquette. Read More »

November 9, 2016 at 9:30 pm


Advising for dummies: a collection of insider tips

Advising is a mess on this campus, says humor columnist Patty Terhune. But luckily, she has a bunch of insider tips to help you understand how advising really works. Read More »

November 9, 2016 at 6:27 pm


Fetty Wap is being sued -- again

Fetty Wap is being sued over his song "679," and he was sued before over "Trapt Queen." Music columnist Emera Riley digs into copyright law and the validity of music court cases. Read More »

November 8, 2016 at 8:25 pm


Living in Syracuse doesn't have same community feel as Jordan abroad program

Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel sees the pros and cons of being involved in study abroad and other foreign communities in Jordan that don’t have a lot of Jordanian involvement. Read More »

November 8, 2016 at 6:44 pm



Happy 10th anniversary to Amy Winehouse’s iconic album 'Back To Black'

In honor of Amy Winehouse’s album 'Back to Black"'s 10th anniversary, music columnist Phoebe Smith brings us back to why the album was so iconic. Read More »

November 6, 2016 at 10:44 pm


FilmStruck fills streaming hole for movie connoisseurs

In the middle of the streaming age where so many platforms offer the same services, FilmStruck targets people seeking quality, artistic cinema. Read More »

November 6, 2016 at 10:25 pm


Here are the pros and cons of each presidential candidate

Election humor columnist Josh Feinblatt decided to make it simple and flesh out the pros and cons of a Hillary Clinton presidency and a Donald Trump presidency. Read More »

November 5, 2016 at 9:58 pm


What the next presidency looks like from each side of the aisle

As we approach ever closer to election day, humor columnist Josh Feinblatt explains what each president's administration would be like, from the the point of view of the other's supporters. Read More »

November 1, 2016 at 8:02 pm


How I'm celebrating No-Shave November

No Shave November is humor columnist Ian McCourt's favorite holiday, and he celebrates it year round, but here's what he's doing this month. Read More »

October 31, 2016 at 7:53 pm


Burton/Depp partnership built legacy from '90s to now

Tim Burton and Johnny Depp have worked on a lot of films together since "Edward Scissorhands" in 1990, but they've become a bit complacent with their artistry. Read More »

October 30, 2016 at 10:20 pm


Hillary's leaked emails mainly contain coupons and office banter

Thanks to Wikileaks, election humor columnist Josh Feinblatt was able to compile some emails from Hillary Clinton's time as Secretary of State. He didn't find much. Read More »

October 25, 2016 at 9:28 pm


Folk music doesn't have to be totally traditional

According to music columnist Emera Riley, Maggie Roger's new single proves that folk music doesn't have to suck. Read More »

October 25, 2016 at 9:11 pm


What to be for Halloween when you realize you don't have a costume

Humor columnist Ian McCourt has the best Halloween costume ideas, and if you choose to plagiarize one of them, he expects a favor in return. Read More »

October 25, 2016 at 7:28 pm


Simple, last-minute Halloween costumes can be made with pre-owned pieces

Halloween is right around the corner—don't have a costume yet? Style columnist Darriea Clark gives us some last-minute options you can recreate with clothes you already have. Read More »

October 24, 2016 at 8:38 pm


Traveling to the Southern part of Jordan illuminates a different lifestyle

During her fall break, abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel traveled to places in Southern Jordan where she experienced the life of Bedouins. Read More »

October 24, 2016 at 7:50 pm


Kevin Hart's new movie changes the comedy game

Movie columnist Erik Benjamin said he is excited about Kevin Hart's new release, which he predicts will have a big impact on comedy we know it. Read More »

October 19, 2016 at 10:15 pm


SCOTUS Squad doesn't need another judge

Election Humor columnist Josh Feinblatt is a big fan of the Supreme Court, so he talked to them to figure out why they really don't want to add another judge. Read More »

October 18, 2016 at 9:29 pm


Sizable Jordan refugee population impacts study abroad experience

As the influx of refugees to many countries including Jordan continues to rise, abroad students should be aware of how this population affects their host country as well as the United States. Read More »

October 17, 2016 at 9:58 pm


Chance the Rapper is changing music with exclusively digital releases

Music columnist Phoebe Smith thinks this was the biggest year for artist Chance the Rapper, especially because his new album is Grammy eligible. Read More »

October 17, 2016 at 8:49 pm


'Birth of a Nation' should be separated from director's past

Especially within the context of "Birth of a Nation," movie columnist Erik Benjamin contends that an artist's work should be thought of in its own right. Read More »

October 12, 2016 at 8:40 pm