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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


50 Syracuse University students told not to travel in response to Trump executive order

An executive order signed by Trump prohibits “immigrant and nonimmigrant entry” into the U.S from Syria, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen for the next 90 days Read More »

January 28, 2017 at 2:12 pm


A WebMD guide for the campus cold

It's the middle of winter and that means there has to be a nasty cold circulating through campus. Humor columnist Patty Terhune has it. Read More »

January 25, 2017 at 11:14 pm


Feeling unwelcome, Trump supporters at Syracuse University want civility

SU students who voted for Donald Trump share their experiences living under Trump on a majority-liberal campus. Read More »

January 25, 2017 at 10:44 pm


Inauguration weekend poses fresh opportunity for student activism

Following November’s walkout, students at Syracuse University and SUNY-ESF see the Women’s March on Washington as the next big opportunity to raise their voices. Read More »

January 18, 2017 at 11:14 pm


Donald Trump was propelled to the presidency by voters similar to the ones in central New York

Donald Trump will be inaugurated on Friday, and his path to the presidency was made possible largely by voters in rural America. Voters in parts of central New York are representative of that population. Read More »

January 18, 2017 at 9:47 pm


Obama had an unstable record as president, but millennials can learn from his values

Conservative columnist Alex Deitrich analyzes President Barack Obama’s work in office as both a policy-driven leader and a people-driven leader. Read More »

January 18, 2017 at 12:29 am


Asian students comment on implications of a Trump presidency heading into Inauguration Day

Asian students at Syracuse University and SUNY-ESF comment on the inflammatory comments and cultural implications Donald Trump may bring to his presidential term. Read More »

January 17, 2017 at 11:16 pm


Syracuse artists take action in the age of Trump

Since the beginning of the 2016 election cycle, the art world has seen a rise in activism within the community with artists turning to more public mediums to express their feelings and promote political awareness. Read More »

January 16, 2017 at 10:29 pm


Here are The Daily Orange's most popular opinion pieces of 2016

As 2017 approaches, take a look back at The Daily Orange Opinion section’s most-read pieces from 2016. Read More »

December 29, 2016 at 7:13 pm


The top 5 feminist moments of 2016, as told from Syracuse University’s campus

Gender and Sexuality columnist Myelle Lansat gives her take on 2016's defining five moments of feminism on and around Syracuse University's campus. Read More »

December 27, 2016 at 9:39 pm


Area moms worried Trump presidency will affect daily life

Election humor columnist Josh Feinblatt interviewed area moms to get their perspective on the elections and understand their concerns about Donald Trump as president. Read More »

December 13, 2016 at 2:18 pm


At Syracuse University and elsewhere, women's health care faces uncertainty under Trump

Health administrators at Syracuse University said they haven’t yet seen an influx of interest among students on campus to get IUDs since Donald Trump's presidential election victory. Read More »

December 1, 2016 at 12:05 am


Hollywood buckles up for tumultuous Trump presidency

As the United States moves into what will certainly be an eventful Donald Trump presidential term, movie columnist Erik Benjamin speculates on what that means for Hollywood. Read More »

November 29, 2016 at 8:25 pm


Trump's first 10 days in office will be riveting

Election Humor columnist was granted permission by The Daily Orange Pulp Staff to go forward in time using a time machine and report on Trump's first 10 days in office. Read More »

November 29, 2016 at 7:55 pm


Cuomo, NY shelters rightfully create LGBTQ safe spaces post-election

Gender and Sexuality columnist Myelle Lansat discusses New York initiatives to accommodate the LGBTQ community. Read More »

November 28, 2016 at 10:46 pm


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


Gallery: Hundreds at Syracuse University walk out of classes in largest anti-Trump demonstration on campus so far

Hundreds of students staged and walk out in protest of president-elect Donald Trump's immigration policy proposals and rhetoric during his campaign. Read More »

November 17, 2016 at 9:21 am


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


Electoral College loopholes are tighter than most people believe

Liberal columnist Ryan Dunn debunks the faithless elector myth. Read More »

November 16, 2016 at 6:57 pm


Scenes from around the country as students stage 'sanctuary campus' walk outs

See how colleges and universities across the nation are protesting to Donald Trump's victory by walking out of classes. Read More »

November 16, 2016 at 4:39 pm


Senate Democrats elect NY's Chuck Schumer as Senate minority leader

Democrats in the United States Senate have elected New York Sen. Chuck Schumer as Senate minority leader. Read More »

November 16, 2016 at 11:26 am


In time of presidential panic, Hillary Clinton’s fight cannot be forgotten

Gender and Sexuality columnist Myelle Lansat expresses hope for the future of feminism in "Donald Trump's America." Read More »

November 16, 2016 at 2:10 am


American students, Chileans react to election of Donald Trump

College students abroad and local residents express their concerns after Donald Trump being elected as the 45th president of the United States. Read More »

November 15, 2016 at 1:31 am