Writer: Chloe Fox Rinka
As SU backs Graduate School Advisory Council, SGA calls for GSO support
The new Graduate School Advisory Council aims to ensure that student perspectives influence the graduate experience and allocate the student activity fee. Read More »
SU faculty, students navigate possibility of ICE on campus
After rumors spread about the presence of officers on SU’s campus, professors and students are navigating how to address Immigration and Customs Enforcement in their classrooms. Read More »
Mo Brown, SU alum and county legislator, announces state assembly run
Onondaga County Legislator Maurice “Mo” Brown announced he will run for the New York State Assembly on Friday. Read More »
How to identify ICE personnel, report potential sightings
After false reports of ICE on campus, The D.O. compiled a guide to identify and report sightings of federal immigration officers. Read More »
Nutrition science, food studies navigate closures due to declining enrollment
SU cut its nutrition science programs last semester, a year after closing food studies. The cuts are largely justified by decreased student enrollment. Read More »
Onondaga County federally granted $2.5 million for emergency communications improvement
New York state granted Onondaga County over $2.5 million to strengthen emergency communications, according to a Wednesday release. Read More »
Rebecca Reed Kantrowitz named interim Hendricks dean as Konkol steps down
Hendricks Chapel Associate Dean Rebecca Reed Kantrowitz will step in as its interim dean, Syracuse University announced Sunday. Read More »
How Syracuse University partner Claude AI collects, uses student data
In the early days of SU and Claude’s partnership, concerns about security and transparency have grown. The D.O. outlines the AI’s data process. Read More »
Whitman School of Management announces hands-on startup investment program
Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management will launch student experiential learning program in spring 2026. Read More »
City to host open houses for Roesler, Wislon park connection, I-81 projects
The city of Syracuse will host two open houses Nov. 12–13 for its Reconnecting Communities project, which aims to improve safety and connectivity. Read More »
Democrats to take Onondaga County Legislature majority for 1st time in nearly 50 years
For the first time in nearly 50 years, the Democratic Party is set to take control of the Onondaga County Legislature, winning 10 of 17 available seats. Read More »
Thomas Babilon, Onondaga County Republicans face county-wide blue wave
Republicans gathered as Thomas Babilon and other Onondaga County Republicans trailed in races across the county Tuesday night. Read More »
Office of People and Culture to start administrative fellowship program
SU’s newly created Office of People and Culture is accepting applications for its Administrative Fellowship Program. Read More »
Former Avis employee accused of stealing 47 rental cars from Syracuse airport
A former Avis Budget Car Rental employee is suspected of cooperating in the theft of 47 rental cars from Syracuse Hancock Airport. Read More »
SU Community Review Board announces new leadership, members for 2025-26
SU’s Community Review Board announced its 2025-26 leadership, including law student Lindsey Oliver as chair and professor Stefanie Pilkay as vice chair. Read More »
Remembrance Scholars present plans to ‘move forward’ at Rose Laying Ceremony
Friday’s Rose Ceremony was one of Remembrance Week's final events. Each scholar recognized the victim they represent and shared lessons. Read More »
Delta Phi Epsilon plans to honor Pan Am Flight 103 victim with scholarship
Delta Phi Epsilon will work to endow a scholarship to memorialize Cynthia J. Smith after she died in the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103. Read More »
CNY lawmakers oppose Hochul’s pipeline plan, cite water quality risks
Central New York lawmakers spoke out against Gov. Kathy Hochul’s implementation of Northeast Supply Enhancement and Construction Pipelines in the state. Read More »
Thousands rally against Trump in DeWitt, join ‘No Kings’ protests across U.S.
Demonstrators in DeWitt joined millions across the US and abroad to protest President Donald Trump in nationwide “No Kings” protests Oct. 18. Read More »
Student group combats period poverty with local advocacy, education efforts
PERIOD.'s SU chapter works to combat period poverty through education and service with initiatives to make menstrual product care packages. Read More »
SU appoints Dean of Students Sheriah Dixon as inaugural Title VI coordinator
Syracuse University appointed Dean of Students Sheriah Dixon as its first Title VI coordinator, in line with state policy. Read More »
SU community members commemorate hostages, victims 2 years after Oct. 7 attack
Attendees lit candles at the front of Hendricks Chapel to honor Israeli hostages in captivity and those killed in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. Read More »
Syracuse University's ongoing dorm construction to close sidewalks, increase traffic
SU’s 544 University Place, Waverly Avenue, Comstock Avenue and University Avenue Hotel construction to cause traffic detours. Read More »
Seth Thompson aims to expand access as ESF’s new diversity chief
Newly appointed ESF Chief Diversity Officer Seth Thompson aims to improve ESF’s accessibility and inclusivity campus-wide. Read More »