Writer: Jordan Muller
Students, alumni march across Syracuse University campus to protest uncertain future of DACA
About 60 people marched at a rally Saturday protesting President Donald Trump’s plan to phase out the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy. Read More »
Syracuse University drops 1 spot in US News and World Report ranking
The university dropped to the No. 61 in the latest rankings, tying with Brigham Young University, Fordham University, Southern Methodist University and the University of Maryland. Read More »
Public disputes procedure at county merger hearing
At a hearing to discuss the city-county shared services plan, the proposal's approval process was criticized by audience members. Read More »
Remaining Democratic mayoral candidates face off in final debate before Tuesday’s primary
Juanita Perez Williams and Joe Nicoletti argued over police hiring and future support for the Democratic party nominee. The candidates also discussed economic development, the city-county merger proposal and the city’s budget deficit. Read More »
Here’s where you can attend a 9/11 memorial service in the Syracuse area
Memorial services honoring the 16th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks are being held across the city on Monday. Read More »
Syracuse mayoral candidates discuss platforms at public forum
Six candidates remain in the 2017 Syracuse mayoral race. They met Tuesday night to discuss policing, the Syracuse-Onondaga County merger proposal and vacant housing. Read More »
Syracuse University College Democrats endorse Syracuse mayoral candidate Juanita Perez Williams
Perez Williams is the first mayoral candidate the SU College Democrats have endorsed prior to a Democratic primary election. Read More »
Gene Anderson has spent decades leading business schools. Now he’s tasked with leading Whitman.
Gene Anderson officially began leading the Martin J. Whitman School of Management on June 1. Many have said he knows how to bring business education into the future. Read More »
An ‘Obamacare’ repeal might lower the quality of people’s health insurance coverage. Here’s how it could impact SU.
If minimum essential coverage standards mandated by the Affordable Care Act are eliminated in the future, students may come to Syracuse University with “bare bones” plans unless the university writes new minimum standards. Read More »
Syracuse University’s Division of Enrollment and the Student Experience solidifies new organizational structure
The office, which was formed last December, manages student life resources and student recruitment and enrollment efforts. Read More »
Chris Fowler disqualified from Syracuse mayoral race
Chris Fowler failed to file the required paperwork needed to appear on the ballot in the 2017 Syracuse mayoral race. Read More »
Ride-hailing legalization will give Syracuse University students cheaper transportation options this semester
Some say the legalization of ride-hailing services, such as Uber and Lyft, will make transportation more accessible for Syracuse University students. Read More »
Former Billboard editorial director to head Syracuse University’s Bandier Program
Bill Werde has been named director of the Martin Bandier Program for the Music Business and Entertainment Industries. He previously worked at Billboard as editorial director. Read More »
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield to administer Syracuse University health care plans
The Rochester-based health care administrator is a part of the largest provider network in the nation. Read More »
Syracuse University ranked No. 4 party school in the country
Syracuse University jumped four spots in the Princeton Review’s annual list of top party schools. SU was ranked No. 1 in 2014. Read More »
Syracuse University alumnus tapped to serve as US ambassador to Afghanistan
John R. Bass, a Class of 1986 graduate of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, is currently the United States ambassador to Turkey. Read More »
Uber introduces in-app tipping option in Syracuse and across the nation
The new tipping option will allow Uber riders to tip their drivers up to 30 days after a trip has ended. Read More »
Syracuse University alumnus named as defendant in Fyre Festival lawsuit
Grant Margolin, who graduated from SU in 2014, was the Fyre Festival’s chief marketing officer. Read More »
Rep. John Katko votes in favor of immigration bills that cut federal grant money to 'sanctuary cities'
Under the bill passed by the House Thursday, cities that refuse to comply with federal immigration laws could see cuts to community policing and anti-terrorism grants. Read More »
Construction update: Campus projects continue to progress well despite rainy weather
Pete Sala, vice president and chief facilities officer, gave an update on Syracuse University’s summer construction projects in a campus-wide email sent Wednesday. Read More »
Security measures at Dineen Hall will be rolled back July 1
A Department of Public Safety officer will no longer staff Dineen Hall’s Irving Avenue welcome desk, and the turnstile gates at the entrances to the building will be unlocked. Read More »
Syracuse University, adjunct faculty union agree to 3-year contract
Adjuncts United, a union representing about 600 part-time SU faculty, approved an agreement that includes wage increases and opportunities for multi-year faculty appointments. Read More »
Academic boot camp hosted by SU helps veterans transition to university life
The weeklong academic boot camp prepares enlisted veterans for university life through seminars and workshops. Read More »
Construction update: Residence hall renovations on track for completion by end of summer
In a campus-wide email sent Wednesday, the university announced residence hall renovations are progressing well and gave updates on other large summer construction projects. Read More »