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Chancellor Search Committee seeks ‘transparent,’ value-aligned leader, co-chairs say

In an interview with The Daily Orange, co-chairs Shelly Fisher and Lisa Fontenelli discussed their engagement sessions, community feedback and the committee’s timeline as they seek Chancellor Kent Syverud’s successor. Read More »

October 2, 2025 at 4:53 am


SU removed DEIA language from its IDEA course description over summer

SU removed blatant mentions of words tied to DEIA from course descriptions and shared competencies from its formerly titled “IDEA” curriculum. Read More »

October 2, 2025 at 4:38 am


8 SU students, alumni selected for 2025 Fulbright cycle

Eight Syracuse University students and alumni received Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards for the 2025 cycle, SU announced Thursday. Read More »

September 26, 2025 at 10:48 am


SU students identified, charged with hate crime after Zeta Beta Tau incident, SPD says

Two SU students were charged with burglary in the second degree as a hate crime and criminal nuisance in the second degree. Read More »

September 24, 2025 at 11:53 am


2 students could face antisemitic hate crime charges after incident at Zeta Beta Tau

Two students could be charged with committing an antisemitic hate crime following an incident at Syracuse University's Zeta Beta Tau. Read More »

September 23, 2025 at 11:44 pm


Who are the trustees on the chancellor search committee?

The search committee tasked with finding Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud's successor is set, the DO breaks down who's on it. Read More »

September 21, 2025 at 11:41 pm


SU Board of Trustees announces chancellor search committee members

Syracuse University’s Board of Trustees announced the members of the search committee tasked with selecting SU’s next chancellor. Read More »

September 19, 2025 at 11:03 am


College of Arts & Sciences pauses admission to 20 majors amid portfolio review

Syracuse University paused admission into 20 majors in the College of Arts & Sciences without faculty input amid its portfolio review. Read More »

September 18, 2025 at 3:49 am


Lois Agnew's provost term officially extended, interim title dropped

Lois Agnew’s time as provost is officially extended until late 2026, Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud announced Wednesday. Read More »

September 17, 2025 at 1:44 pm


Syracuse University now seeking community feedback for chancellor search

Community members can share input on the university's next chancellor through engagement sessions, online surveys and direct responses, according to a Monday campus-wide email. Read More »

September 15, 2025 at 3:03 pm


SU announces faculty members for Honors program working group

Syracuse University announced the members of the working group that will review the Renée Crown University Honors Program this semester. Read More »

September 12, 2025 at 8:56 pm


‘Slap in the face’: SU’s late merit offers frustrate excluded families

In May, Syracuse University offered up to $200,000 in additional merit aid to students who hadn’t accepted their admissions offer. Read More »

September 10, 2025 at 10:13 pm


SPD issues two arrests in Madison Street burglary

SU's Department of Public Safety and the Syracuse Police Department are investigating a robbery on the 1200 block of Madison Street. Read More »

September 9, 2025 at 5:39 pm


Syverud proposes Agnew remain provost amid chancellor search

Chancellor Kent Syverud removed the interim title from Provost and Vice Chancellor Lois Agnew and delayed the search for SU’s next provost. Read More »

September 2, 2025 at 7:11 pm


Kent Syverud to leave SU after 2025-26 academic year

Chancellor Kent Syverud will leave the university after the 2025-26 academic year, Syracuse University announced Tuesday. Read More »

August 26, 2025 at 12:17 pm



DPS issues trespass warning to man after verbal harassment

DPS issued a trespass warning to a man after he allegedly blocked a student's path and directed a racial slur toward them. Read More »

August 21, 2025 at 4:14 pm


SU confirms swap to Coca-Cola from PepsiCo

Syracuse University is switching to Coca-Cola products for the first time since 1996, replacing Pepsi across campus facilities. Read More »

August 12, 2025 at 12:37 pm


SU closes Office of Diversity and Inclusion, opens People and Culture

Syracuse University will close its Office of Diversity, replacing it with a new unit focused on People and Culture. Read More »

July 31, 2025 at 3:53 pm


Pedestrian killed in car accident near Upstate University Hospital

A man died after being hit by a vehicle this morning near Upstate University Hospital. The investigation is active and ongoing. Read More »

July 31, 2025 at 12:01 pm


DPS investigating swastika found on Mount Olympus stairs

Syracuse University’s DPS and Facilities Services removed a swastika etched into the Mount Olympus stairs and began an investigation. Read More »

July 25, 2025 at 12:17 pm


Victims of University Ave., East Adams crash identified as SU graduate students

The intersection of University Ave. and East Adams Street is closed as the Syracuse Police Department investigates a two-car accident. Read More »

July 10, 2025 at 11:51 am


Lorde’s ‘Virgin’ a personal rebirth, cool older sister to 2017 album

Lorde’s newest album, “Virgin,” stays true to the artist’s sound while exploring changes in her identity and family trauma. Read More »

July 4, 2025 at 2:48 pm


Syracuse University deregisters GSO as 2025-26 officers begin terms

Following GSO’s "Declaration of Independence," citing years of increased oversight, SU revoked recognition of the organization. Read More »

June 26, 2025 at 12:36 am