Writer: Kailey Norusis
Student Association to continue funding trolley trips to grocery stores
The bill allocates $5,391.90 for the trolleys to transport students. The grocery runs will occur six times during the semester, twice each to Walmart, Target and Wegmans. Read More »
Panelists discuss report on SU students’ vaccine confidence, hesitations
Community leaders in a virtual panel Wednesday discussed the research report, which found that 95% of SU students would get vaccinated if it meant they could return to a regular college experience. Read More »
President of Queens College explains how to combat anti-Asian racism
The President of Queens College spoke with SU students about fighting against anti-Asian racism and violence on Wednesday night. Read More »
SA enacts new constitution, swears in officers
SA voted to approve the constitution in March, and the constitution was officially implemented on midnight Monday. Read More »
SU will award up to 36 Syracuse high schoolers scholarships to study at SU over the summer
Rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors are eligible to receive scholarships for the pre-college summer program sponsored by The National Electrical Contractors Association and IBEW Local 43. Read More »
Bruen, Stinfort plan to fill SA cabinet, implement Green New Deal
David Bruen and Darnelle Stinfort, SA's new president and vice president, plan to add additional cabinet positions in SA, including a director of internal operations and a new student advocate. Read More »
SU will offer semesterly, unlimited meal plan options for fall 2021
Syracuse University will offer semesterly and unlimited meal plan options instead of weekly meal plans starting the 2021-22 academic year. Read More »
DPS investigating reported incidents of harassment on campus
The department described the boys as between 12 and 16 years old and have been seen near the several spots on SU's campus. Read More »
Walsh, SPD Chief discuss Smart City initiative at iSchool panel
The panel, hosted by Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies, featured Mayor Ben Walsh, Syracuse Police Department Chief Kenton Buckner and Amanda Darcangelo, a data engineer for the city. Read More »
Former deputy chief of staff talks about working under Obama
Students Demand Action and Syracuse University’s College Democrats hosted the virtual event, which was moderated by David Bruen and Isabella Brown. Read More »
SA passes bill to make DPS focus groups permanent
Kailee Vick, SA's chief of staff, is pushing for the Department of Public Safety to make the initiative a priority. Read More »
'A friend to anyone': Sarah Riddle remembered for her compassion, dedication
Loved ones remember Sarah Riddle, who was an SU senior, for her unmatchable compassion, sense of humor and desire to make a difference. Read More »
SU announces commencement dates for each school, college
The university decided to hold three ceremonies, and all graduating students who registered to participate in a commencement ceremony can bring up to two guests. Read More »
New York State Fair will return this summer at reduced capacity
The fair will operate from Aug. 20 until Sep. 6 at 50% capacity. The state will continue to update plans for the fair and may increase the capacity. Read More »
Eastern Farm Workers Association supports low-income residents
EFWA is a volunteer-based organization that offers a wide range of services to farm-based and other types of low-income workers. Read More »
Organizations work to overcome period poverty in Syracuse
I Support the Girls, which provides menstrual products to women experiencing poverty, operates in at least 59 affiliate locations, including in Syracuse. Read More »
Maxwell School receives $2 million donation
The gift will support two scholarship funds in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Read More »
Award-winning journalist discusses covering domestic violence at SU forum
Senjanovic began pitching stories about sexual and domestic violence after speaking with people who work with abuse survivors. Read More »
Local organization joins statewide effort to combat housing discrimination
Fair housing testing uses undercover testers, who pose as individuals looking to buy or rent a property, to determine if sellers act in a discriminatory way. Read More »
English ambassador pilot program aims to increase interest in department
The new program allows prospective SU students to engage with current English and textual studies students. Read More »
Students adjust to increased COVID-19 protocols amid spike in dorms
SU closed all indoor dining spaces, including Schine Student Center and campus dining halls, on Wednesday after detecting clusters of COVID-19 cases in residence halls. Read More »
All SU employees working in person eligible for vaccine on March 17
Some student workers who have public-facing and in-person jobs will be eligible for vaccination. Read More »
Graduate Student Organization provides feedback to Provost Search Committee
The search for a provost began in late January, and the goal of SU’s Provost and Academic Officer Search Committee is to hire a provost by early summer. Read More »
Student Association votes to approve changes to constitution
If implemented, the revised constitution will change election procedures, including adding a second school-wide assembly election in the fall. Read More »