Writer: Katelyn Faubel
Chat & Dine program to return next semester after changes to application process
The Chat & Dine program will be reintroduced at Syracuse University next semester following changes to the program's application process. Read More »
Graduate Student Organization continues process of unionization
The Graduate Student Organization is waiting on interested students to take the next, independent steps toward the process of graduate student unionization. Read More »
Working group to get feedback on free speech report
The Working Group on Free Speech will solicit feedback on a recently released report about the status of free speech on SU's campus. Read More »
Katko asked by Congressmen to discuss report about combating terrorism
Rep. John Katko (R-N.Y.) said he would consult with Congressmen in Washington, D.C. on Monday afternoon about a report on anti-terrorism efforts he contributed to. Read More »
Other notable politicians who have spoken at Syracuse University
Here are some other notable politicians who have spoken at SU in addition to Vice President Joe Biden. Read More »
SU NAACP to host day-long Blacktivism conference
Martese Johnson, along with speakers and activists from all over the United States, will be speaking on the subject of blacktivism, which is defined as the conscious action, support and involvement in creating political, social and economic change for people of the African diaspora. Read More »
SU faculty, staff contribute more money to political campaigns this year than in 2013
SU faculty and staff have donated $25,685 in 2015 to political campaigns and organizations during the non-congressional or presidential election year. Read More »
Remembrance Scholars, SU community honor victims of Pan Am Flight 103 at Rose Laying Ceremony
SU honored the 35 students who died in the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing on Dec. 21, 1988 during the Rose Laying Ceremony at the Wall of Remembrance on Friday. Read More »
Attendees, (In)Justice panelists talk Black Lives Matter movement
At the (In)Justice for All panel Wednesday night, members of the SU community and the panelists of the event discussed the Black Lives Matter movement. Read More »
SU names chair of Maxwell dean search committee
SU has named the chair of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs dean search committee. Read More »
SU sees consistent increase in enrollment
Total enrollment at Syracuse University increased from about 18,600 students in fiscal year 2003 to about 21,000 students in fiscal year 2013. Chancellor Kent Syverud said higher enrollment is due to a lower rate of admitted students who don’t end up attending SU. Read More »
New York State Fairgrounds to make $9 million renovation to equestrian facilities
The New York State Fairgrounds will begin a $9 million renovation of its equestrian facilities. Read More »
School of Education to use largest grant in its history to support InclusiveU
The School of Education received a $3 million grant, the largest donation in the school's history. The money will be used to support students with intellectual and developmental disabilities through the InclusiveU program. Read More »
SU officials discuss phase 1 of health insurance policy
Syracuse University officials are reflecting on the first steps of implementing the new health insurance policy after last week's deadline for students to waive the new plan passed. Read More »
LaVonda Reed to chair search for College of Law dean
LaVonda Reed, associate provost for faculty affairs in the College of Law, has been chosen to chair the search for a new dean of the College of Law. Read More »
Small Plates in Armory Square closes, to reopen as Aster Pantry & Parlor
Small Plates closed in early August and is reopening at 116 Walton St. as a new restaurant, Aster Pantry & Parlor. Read More »
M. Street Brick Oven Pizzeria to open in place of Crepe and Gelato Blvd.
M. Street Brick Oven Pizzeria is opening in the space previously occupied by Crepe & Gelato Blvd. The pizzeria is co-owned by Dave Jacobs, who also owns Shirt World on Marshall Street. Read More »
Office of Secretary of Defense approves contract to fund Military Visual Journalism program at Syracuse University
The Military Visual Journalism program at SU had a contract approved this week that will allow for members of different branches to participate in the program. Read More »
Morrison Bonpasse runs presidential campaign under Democratic and Green parties with goal to correct wrongful convictions
Morrison Bonpasse is running on a campaign based on three primary goals: putting an end to and correcting wrongful convictions in the U.S., adopting a single global currency and ending global population growth. Read More »
Music professors discuss most recent Kurt Cobain documentary
“Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck” was released on Friday as the most recent documentary of the life of Nirvana front man, Kurt Cobain. Read More »
Professors compare Republican, Democratic candidates for 2016 presidential election
With three Republican candidates and one Democratic contender announcing their involvement in the presidential race more than a year-and-a-half before the general elections in November 2016, the analysis on all of the candidates has just begun. Read More »
Groups host first ever Cuse Conference to bring students, faculty, administration together
The Cuse Conference, held Sunday, worked to bring students, faculty and administration together in the Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium to encourage open dialogue of important issues on the Syracuse University campus. Read More »
Researcher, SU professor discuss politics of Obama's stance on conversion therapy
The Obama administration announced Wednesday that it is calling for an end to conversion, or reparative, therapy for children in response to a petition created after trans* teenager Leelah Alcorn’s suicide in December 2014. Read More »
Maxwell students, alumni reflect on being named finalists for the 2015 Presidential Management Fellows Program
The 2015 Presidential Management Fellows Program named six students and alumni of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs as fellowship finalists on March 26. Read More »