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How to write a last-minute paper

Writing a paper last minute? Humor Columnist Josh Feinblatt knows what it feels like, because he wrote his column last minute, to show you how to write a paper very late in the game. Read More »

February 26, 2017 at 9:02 pm


The ‘La La Land’ review you've been waiting for

It’s about time humor columnist Patty Terhune fulfilled her destiny as a television, radio and film student and wrote about “La La Land.” Read More »

February 22, 2017 at 7:28 pm


How to show your friend from home around SU

Friends from home seem to be coming up to visit around this time of year, and there’s a lot more to do than sitting in Wendy’s parking lots like at home. It’s time to show them around Syracuse. Read More »

February 19, 2017 at 8:43 pm


Choose your own adventure: Calios

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February 15, 2017 at 7:38 pm


A love letter to Hungry Chuck’s on Valentine’s Day

Humor columnist Patty Terhune writes a last love letter to her beloved bar. Read More »

February 13, 2017 at 11:32 pm


Why Josh Feinblatt doesn't love Valentine's Day

Josh Feinblatt hates Valentine's Day -- even though he has a girlfriend. He'd rather just pay sale price for chocolate the day after Valentine's Day. Read More »

February 13, 2017 at 8:18 pm


Add a slap to your face as part of your new gym routine

Ever wondered what your personal trainer is thinking while you power through that last mile? The Walk Against Humanity app was developed for fitness but with a dark humor twist. Read More »

February 6, 2017 at 9:43 pm


A children’s story about what happened to your lost jacket last night

Gather around. Humor columnist Josh Feinblatt wrote a children’s story about what happened to your jacket after you left it at that frat/bar, you child. Read More »

February 5, 2017 at 9:56 pm


Breaking: Kent Syverud sends email addressing own emails

Humor columnist Patty Terhune composes a draft of Chancellor Kent Syverud explaining his usual "Dear Orange Friends" emails. Read More »

February 1, 2017 at 10:07 pm


Freshman tells mom he's fine, but really hates everything

Freshman Wilson Schmitt tells his mom every night about how "okay" he is, but humor columnist Josh Feinblatt caught up with Wilson to hear how his experience first year is really going. Read More »

January 29, 2017 at 8:18 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


What syllabus week really teaches you

Paying attention during syllabus week is hard. There are so many distractions, like catching up on sleep you missed out on during the break, but humor columnist Josh Feinblatt paid attention for you. Read More »

January 22, 2017 at 9:28 pm


Adults, stop asking me how I feel

Humor columnist Patty Terhune has a lot of adults pestering her about college. All these questions have her thinking, especially during her last first week of college. Read More »

January 18, 2017 at 11:58 pm


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 »

January 5, 2017 at 4:30 pm


Nick Viall's diary: Stop reminding me how washed-up and scummy I am

Humor columnist Patty Terhune follows along with "The Bachelor's" 21st season, becoming The D.O.'s connection into the inner-workings of the bachelor's mind. Read More »

January 5, 2017 at 4:24 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


If Syracuse University students were honest on course evaluations

Though the Teaching and Course Evaluations website is now open humor columnist Patty Terhune says putting in feedback is in reality, not all that important. Read More »

December 7, 2016 at 11:06 pm


An invitation for an end-of-the-year pool party

It's finally the end of the semester, and humor columnist Ian McCourt celebrates the only way he knows how: by hosting a pool party in the middle of Syracuse winter. Read More »

December 6, 2016 at 10:46 am


For first-years: How to survive a 'Cuse winter

The first snowfall of the year happened while many students were traveling home for Thanksgiving break. Make sure you know how to bundle up before it hits again. Read More »

November 30, 2016 at 8:21 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


You don't need to write that paper: the power of procrastination

You know you need to do it. You’ve needed to do it for three weeks. But let’s face it, not studying for those finals you’ve got coming up is a much more pressing issue. Read More »

November 28, 2016 at 9:08 pm


Everything you need to know for Black Friday, Cyber Monday shopping

You survived Thanksgiving, so here is the next task: Black Friday shopping. Here is everything you need to know before hitting the shops or the online checkouts. Read More »

November 25, 2016 at 12:43 pm


What I will be giving thanks for this year

Humor columnist Ian McCourt's family will join him in L.A. for Thanksgiving. This is how the dinner will go down, and who will be thankful for what this year. Read More »

November 21, 2016 at 10:15 pm


Safe conversation topics for Thanksgiving dinner

Tired of dealing with intrusive questions from your relatives around the holidays? Here's a handy guide of safe dinner topics, courtesy of humor columnist Patty Terhune. Read More »

November 16, 2016 at 9:42 pm