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May 1, 2026 at 10:43 pm


Stepping in: Mike Haynie’s entrepreneurship, authenticity mark ascent to chancellor

Mike Haynie’s students and colleagues say his entrepreneurial mindset and “student-facing” nature prepared him to step in as Syracuse University chancellor. Read More »

April 23, 2026 at 12:57 am


What to know about Axon, Syracuse’s newest license plate reader provider

Although Axon isn’t Flock, privacy and surveillance concerns that come with license plate reader technology “apply to any company.” Read More »

March 22, 2026 at 8:11 pm


SU to ‘sunset’ 9 majors, reimagine others after A&S portfolio review

SU will “sunset” nine majors in the College of Arts and Sciences, according to an email from Dean Mortazavi to department chairs. Read More »

March 20, 2026 at 8:21 pm


Syverud commends chancellor, AD picks in penultimate University Senate remarks

SU Chancellor Kent Syverud commended two recent university appointments — Mike Haynie as chancellor-elect and Bryan Blair as incoming director of athletics. Read More »

March 18, 2026 at 10:43 pm


New chancellor announcement expected ‘next month,’ Syverud tells SU Senate

Chancellor Kent Syverud expects the committee searching for his replacement will make an announcement “next month,” he told the University Senate. Read More »

February 25, 2026 at 10:26 pm


Mission clarity: SU’s decades-long military legacy inspires ‘best place’ commitment to veterans

Decades before Chancellor Syverud pledged Syracuse University would be the “best place for veterans,” Chancellor Tolley was involved with the GI bill and brought WWII vets to campus. Read More »

February 19, 2026 at 4:24 am



Syracuse Common Council votes to install Axon readers despite pushback

Despite pushback from protesters at Monday’s Common Council meeting, Axon is the city of Syracuse’s new license plate reader provider to replace Flock. Read More »

February 9, 2026 at 9:57 pm


SU cancels Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration due to weather

SU canceled Sunday’s 41st annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration due to forecast severe weather, Hendricks Chapel announced Friday evening. Read More »

January 23, 2026 at 9:21 pm


ESF cancels in-person classes on Monday ahead of storm

SUNY ESF will not host in-person classes on Monday ahead of a severe winter storm, according to a weather alert on its website. Read More »

January 23, 2026 at 9:15 pm


SU seeks ‘new start’ with GSO rather than senate-passed mediation plan

At its January meeting, Provost Agnew told the University Senate SU will not pursue mediation with GSO officers. Instead, will pursue a “new start” for graduates. Read More »

January 22, 2026 at 12:51 am


Dean portfolio review report deadline extended to Jan. 23, Agnew says

The deadline for A&S deans to submit final reports for the portfolio review process was extended to Jan. 23, Provost Agnew told the University Senate. Read More »

January 21, 2026 at 10:01 pm


Student Life Committee sparks senate conversation on veteran FYS, GSO status

The SU Senate deliberated on a proposal for a veteran FYS and a resolution to join a “process of mediation” related to the now-registered GSO. Read More »

December 18, 2025 at 3:18 pm


Lawmakers revoke permission for 2 SU-adjacent Flock readers, target other LPRs

Syracuse Common Councilors voted to revoke Flock Safety’s permission to install two license plate readers on Waverly Avenue. Read More »

December 10, 2025 at 11:10 pm


With admissions to 18 majors paused, programs brace for ‘uncertain’ futures

The Daily Orange spoke with Arts and Sciences students, faculty and alumni who expressed concern about the future of their respective programs. Read More »

December 4, 2025 at 8:15 am


SU plans ‘much stronger,’ earlier aid packages after spring’s late-cycle offers

After making national news for offering families late-cycle financial aid packages, Syracuse University has different plans for this year. Read More »

November 20, 2025 at 2:21 am


No yard signs, no endorsements, few donors: Tim Rudd’s ‘unlikely’ mayoral candidacy

Independent Syracuse mayoral candidate Tim Rudd is running an isolated, atypical campaign set on turning the page on the establishment. Read More »

October 28, 2025 at 1:17 am


Syverud declines Trump ‘compact,’ senators pass portfolio review resolution

Syracuse’s University Senate questioned Chancellor Syverud and Provost Agnew about the Trump administration’s ‘compact’ for universities. Read More »

October 23, 2025 at 2:43 am


Syracuse mayoral candidates tackle local issues, Trump admin at Oct. 14 debate

Deputy Mayor Sharon Owens, alongside her three opponents, faced and rebutted numerous challenges over an hourlong debate Tuesday. Read More »

October 15, 2025 at 12:04 am


Pete Buttigieg to speak at Syracuse University next week

Former United States Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg will speak at Syracuse University on Oct. 3. Read More »

September 26, 2025 at 6:31 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 D.O. breaks down who's on it. Read More »

September 21, 2025 at 11:41 pm


Program ‘pauses,’ academic freedom concerns dominate USen’s 1st fall meeting

At the first University Senate meeting of the year, Chancellor Kent Syverud presented a "grim" financial outlook across higher education. Read More »

September 18, 2025 at 6:07 pm


Syverud addresses international student decline, college landscape at USen

At the first USen meeting of the academic year, Chancellor Kent Syverud presented a “grim” financial outlook across higher education. Read More »

September 18, 2025 at 1:37 am