Writer: Danny Amron
End of eviction moratorium spells uncertainty for tenants
To help with upcoming potential eviction cases, May is sponsoring Senate Bill S6678A, which would create the right to counsel in eviction cases throughout New York state. May said that the right already exists in New York City. Read More »
SU places Phi Kappa Psi fraternity on investigative status
The fraternity is being investigated for alleged violations of the Code of Student Conduct and must cease operations while under investigation. Read More »
SU to suspend in-person operations in anticipation of inclement weather
A campus-wide alert announced the university's operations would be suspended following the Winter Storm Warning assigned to the central New York area. Read More »
SU releases week 1 positivity rate, pre-arrival COVID-19 cases
Syracuse University reported a 2.9% COVID-19 test positivity rate from Jan. 24 to Jan. 28, according to a campus-wide email on Monday. Read More »
Community members recognized with 37th annual ‘Unsung Hero’ awards
The awards were given to 24 individuals from the SU community, including faculty, students and a local high school football team, to recognize their service. Read More »
'I was one of the numbers': Students express concern over Barnes Center care
Students detailed their experiences receiving medical care and mental health services from the Barnes Center at The Arch. Read More »
State Supreme Court judge rules Gov. Kathy Hochul mask mandate unlawful
Judge Rademaker argued that a law passed by the New York State Legislature prevented Gov. Hochul from enacting further mandates. Read More »
Syracuse leaders consider prospect of noncitizen voter eligibility
In Syracuse, despite the large immigrant community, less than half of this population is eligible to vote as of 2019. Read More »
1st Operation Orange Warmup collects winter clothing for CNY organizations
The university community donated winter clothing at Syracuse University’s basketball game against Florida State University on Jan. 15 and at Hendricks Chapel from Jan. 17-21. Read More »
SU releases pre-arrival COVID-19 testing protocols for spring semester
Students are required to receive a negative PCR-type test 72 hours prior to arriving on campus or a negative at-home or antigen-type test immediately before traveling to Syracuse. Read More »
New York state legalizes mobile sports betting
Four of the nine mobile wagering operators that were granted licenses back in November will now be allowed to operate in the state. Read More »
SU places Lambda Upsilon Lambda fraternity on disciplinary, social probation
The disciplinary and social probation will last until May 31, 2022. Read More »
Syracuse Common Council enters 3-year agreement with Microsoft for software modernization
The agreement would upgrade roughly 750 city employees to Microsoft 365 software. Read More »
Students see SU's COVID-19 protocols inconsistent, new AAUP survey finds
The report detailed AAUP’s first student survey, which asked students for their thoughts on different aspects of SU’s COVID-19 response, including masking policies and testing and quarantine protocols. Read More »
New York state implements indoor mask mandate with rising COVID-19 cases
The mandate requires people to wear a mask in indoor public places unless they provide proof of vaccination. Read More »
SU junior’s start-up Fundwurx wins 2nd-place prize at regional competition
Ben Ford's start-up company, Fundwurx, won the second-place prize at Western New York Global Student Entrepreneur Awards. Read More »
SU's wastewater testing has become more valuable in determining COVID transmission
Syracuse University is continuing its use of wastewater surveillance testing to determine COVID-19 transmission on campus. Read More »
Student Association advocates for policies beyond SU’s campus
SA added letters to President Joe Biden, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to the bill. Read More »
Whitman honors 2 SU students, Tesla at Salzberg Memorial Program
The Salzberg Medallion, awarded to Tesla Inc., was the final presentation of the day. Read More »
SUNY-ESF offers 1-year online certificate for graduate students, seniors
Starting this semester, the one-year certificate is open to graduate students at SUNY-ESF, as well as seniors looking to supplement their bachelor’s degrees. Read More »
Syracuse to install wider speed bumps with goal of improving pedestrian safety
The city will analyze speeds at five locations through the fall to determine if they should continue or expand the program. Read More »