Tag: DPS
SU suspends social activities at all fraternities after racist incident
Social activities at all fraternities on campus were suspended following a racist incident Saturday night involving a racial slur yelled at a black woman. A fraternity whose members and guests were found responsible has also been suspended. Read More »
Several Student Association cabinet members receive hateful emails
The emails were sent from an account titled "Inland Waterways Incorporated." Read More »
Newhouse School holds forum in response to hate crimes
The S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications held an open forum Friday afternoon in response to the series of hate crimes that occurred on and around Syracuse University’s campus this past week. Read More »
DPS expands security measures following hate crimes
DPS officers are doubling the department’s workforce and presence within the community by working 16-hour shifts. Officers usually work 10-hour shifts. Read More »
Additional racist graffiti against Asian people found in SU dorm
Graffiti that “maligns the Asian community” was discovered on the third floor of Day Hall, according to a Department of Public Safety email. Read More »
'We want Kent': Students reiterate concerns over racial slurs at 2nd forum
Tuesday’s was the second of two forums held this week to discuss racist graffiti. Read More »
Students say SU response to racist graffiti represents pattern of silence
Dozens of students believe Syracuse University’s unwillingness to inform its student population was harmful. Read More »
‘It’s happening again’: SU students voice concerns over racist graffiti
The forum was organized in less than a day after reports emerged of racial slurs in Day Hall. Read More »
SU’s response to racist vandalism in Day Hall grossly inadequate
The way SU officials handle racism and hate on campus must change. Read More »
Cuomo directs state police to investigate racial slurs at Syracuse University
The Hate Crimes Task Force and Division of Human Rights will help local authorities to investigate. Read More »
Racial slurs written in Day Hall
Slurs against black and Asian people were written on Day Hall's fourth and sixth floors. Lights were also pulled from the ceiling and put in the toilet. Read More »
DPS dispels rumors of Halloween violence
DPS said there is no evidence to support rumored threats of sexual assault against SU sorority members. Read More »
Free speech on campus group expected to deliver final suggestions by May
The Free Speech Working Group will recommend changes to the university’s free speech and civil discourse policies to further the campus’ culture of thought diversity and open dialogue, said Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Keith Alford in a campus-wide email. Read More »
Social media scam circulating around university campuses
Perpetrators have requested explicit photos from social media users. Read More »
DPS investigates burglary on 300 block of Comstock Avenue
An SU student told police one of the suspects pushed her aside as he fled the apartment. Her car keys and laptop were reportedly stolen. Read More »
DPS announces incidents involving minors in SU area over weekend
One incident occurred on Ostrom Avenue, and the other occurred in Oakwood Cemetery. Read More »
Here's what students think of Thornden Park's bad reputation
University Neighborhood renters say Thornden Park is not a hotspot for muggings, rapes and drug use like some SU students believe. Read More »
SA leaders discuss transportation, safety initiatives with DPS
Topics discussed included the expansion of DPS transportation services, the addition of new security cameras around and efforts to increase department visibility and improve student relations. Read More »
SU students of color raise concerns at sorority roundtable
The sorority hosted the open forum as part of their “Evolution of a Revolution” Delta Week. Read More »
Crime decreases may be proof that changes to DPS and campus security measures are improving student safety
Liberal columnist Nick Robertson argues that crime decreases in SU’s annual security report might be proof that changes to DPS and security measures on campus are increasing student safety. Read More »
SU looking into partnership with ride-hailing companies
Ride-hailing services began operating in Syracuse in 2017. Read More »
Students should do more to ensure their safety when using rideshare programs
Student Life columnist Sophia Becker argues that students should do more to ensure their Uber and Lyft rides are safe before getting into the car. Read More »
DPS to add security cameras in Euclid area
The 11 new cameras are expected to be up by the middle of October. Read More »
Police respond to reported stabbing near Syracuse University
The stabbing reportedly occurred on the corner of Euclid Avenue and Westcott Street. Read More »