Tag: DPS
Officials: Ride-hailing services have had a minimal effect on Syracuse traffic
Ride-hailing services were legalized statewide in late June. Companies such as Uber and Lyft started expanding into Syracuse this summer. Read More »
Syracuse University to roll out safety changes in off-campus student housing areas
Security cameras and shuttles are among the safety projects expected to launch in off-campus neighborhoods this semester. Read More »
DPS continues regular patrol of Syracuse University area during summer months
Despite the decreased student population, the Department of Public Safety continues regular patrols during the summer. The department also conducts drills and trains new officers. Read More »
Senior Samantha Skaller uses personal history to shift sexual assault culture on college campuses
Skaller served on the national "It's On Us" Student Advisory Committee for two years to raise awareness about the prevalence of sexual assault on college campuses. Read More »
How the Department of Public Safety is preparing security measures for SU’s 2017 commencement
This commencement will not require the same amount of security that past commencements have had due to high-profile keynote speakers like former Vice President Joe Biden. Read More »
Inside the Department of Public Safety’s intricate Mayfest security apparatus
Cameras play a major role in how DPS keeps students safe during large events. Take a look at how equipment is used to maintain safety. Read More »
SA votes on fall 2017 budget requests
SA approved over $2,000,000 in funding for fall 2017 programming. Read More »
A mysterious sheikh, an isolated compound and a bomb threat: Islamophobia in upstate New York
Liberal columnist Ryan Dunn describes how the national issue of Islamophobia has trickled down into counties in upstate New York. Read More »
Student Association’s mental health report could fill the resource gap at Syracuse University
Student Life columnist Aishwarya Sukesh describes how Student Association’s mental health report could change the landscape of mental health resources at Syracuse University. Read More »
Car hits bicyclist at Comstock and Euclid intersection
A car hit a bicyclist at the intersection of Comstock and Euclid Avenue Monday night. Read More »
Syracuse University student reports sexual offense near campus
The offense was reported to have occurred at 9:30 p.m. on Monday. Read More »
Student Association tables votes on two bills, discusses surveillance camera initiative
One bill would require the speaker of the assembly to attend SA meetings, while the other would make it a requirement for cabinet members to attend meetings. SA President Eric Evangelista also discussed an upcoming off-campus surveillance camera initiative. Read More »
Isolated incidents of harassment should be considered in the development of stronger harassment protocols at Syracuse University
The Daily Orange Editorial Board calls on Syracuse University to broaden and strengthen its protocols regarding harassment prevention. Read More »
DPS looking into alleged incident of Islamophobic harassment
The Department of Public Safety was alerted to an incident of Islamophobic harassment earlier in the semester and is currently taking action to support the victim. Read More »
4 things totally going on at SU that you’re missing
Syracuse Stage may still be showing "Mary Poppins," but humor columnist Josh Feinblatt did some research to see what's really going on at SU while students are away. Read More »
Syracuse Police Department welcomes officer recruits after intensive application process
The Syracuse Police Department welcomed 34 new recruits to its Class No. 18 in a ceremony at Fowler High School. The recruits will start training at the police academy this week. Read More »
Driver arrested for possible DWI after flipping car upside down near Syracuse University campus
After flipping his car on Ostrom Avenue near Shaw Hall, a driver was arrested for a possible DWI early Saturday morning. Read More »
The Syracuse University-related news you might have missed over Thanksgiving break
Over Thanksgiving break, the chairs of a diversity council were announced, an implicit bias training was held for law enforcement and a speaker was announced. Read More »
Student reports attempted robbery near campus
A student reported being approached by a suspect who had a box cutter and demanded money. Read More »
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 »
SU administrators should take responsibility for student alcohol use
The Daily Orange Editorial Board holds Syracuse University’s senate responsible for confronting the issue of student intoxication. Read More »
Syracuse police officers arrest suspects of an off-campus strong armed robbery
Individuals allegedly involved in an off-campus strong-armed robbery from earlier Oct. 7 were arrested. Read More »
Department of Public Safety looks to expand button security system
This safety initiative was launched several years ago and upgraded following an off-campus shooting last year, but now officials are hoping to overhaul the entire system. Read More »