Writer: Kendall Luther
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 »
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 »
2 Syracuse University faculty involved in controversial Charlie Kirk social media posts ‘currently on leave’
Two professors who posted in the aftermath of conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s death, as cited by The New York Post and United States Representative Claudia Tenney, are currently on leave. Read More »
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 »
Center for International Services loses key staff ahead of fall semester
Over a third of the staff at Syracuse University’s Center for International Services did not return, leaving reduced support personnel. Read More »
Former Falk College human dynamics majors officially transition colleges
Human dynamics majors formerly housed in Falk College of Sport have officially transitioned to new home colleges, SU announced Monday. Read More »
3 Syracuse University students lose visas under Trump administration
SU officials claim the university did not receive an explanation about why these students were selected, according to the release. Read More »
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Explaining SU encampment’s 6 demands for Syracuse University
As the encampment enters its third day, The Daily Orange has broken down the six demands from Syracuse University Gaza Solidarity protestors. Read More »
Biden to announce upstate New York as Investing in America ‘Workforce Hub’
The hub, which will focus on semiconductor manufacturing, is part of the Biden-Harris administration’s Investing in America agenda. Read More »
Falk College restructure leaves faculty, students with uncertainty
Many faculty and students received no prior official university communications pertaining to the changes to Falk College before Monday. Read More »
DPS says man attempting to break into vehicles at SU issued trespassing ticket
The individual, who was identified as a non-affiliate of SU, was “quickly apprehended” by Department of Public Safety officers. Read More »
Syracuse University, city prepare for solar eclipse
Since October 2022, New York state has been working to anticipate public safety challenges for Monday's solar eclipse. Read More »
‘Cuse Ceasefire Coalition calls for ceasefire resolution at Common Council
Community members wore Palestinian and Israeli flags and held signs calling for a ceasefire at the Council's study session. Read More »
SEIU-affiliated groups announce unionization efforts at campus rally
Hourly Food Services workers at Syracuse University plan to hold an election this semester for union recognition. Read More »
Eroding education: The state of African American Studies at Syracuse University
AAS faculty and staff received an email notifying them that their department would have no chair for this semester on Jan. 12, 2024. Read More »
Explaining the major points from SGEU, SU negotiations
Syracuse Graduate Employees United and Syracuse University have agreed on a tentative contract. Members will vote on it next week. Read More »
SGEU reaches tentative agreement for first contract with SU
The agreement includes a median 24% stipend increase, 80% subsidized health insurance and 100% subsidized preventative dental care. Read More »
End of an era: Redgate house show transitions to new ownership
New Redgate owners are changing its name to “Dazed.” However, they still plan to host the same local artists the venue always has. Read More »
I-81 project receives $180 million federal grant
Syracuse is one of the first cities in the U.S. to receive the funding and was awarded the third largest grant. Read More »
SGEU rallies before all-day session between bargaining committee, SU administration
The protestors came to the office at about 8:15 a.m. — approximately 45 minutes before the bargaining committee went inside. Read More »
SU, former student settle gender-based discrimination lawsuit
The lawsuit alleges SU took “inadequate procedures” in its investigation of a sexual misconduct complaint against the plaintiff. Read More »
Members, allies of Mohawk Nation protest land settlement talks in downtown Syracuse
Attendees claim the council doesn't represent their people because its legitimacy comes from outside of the Six Nations Iroquois Confederacy. Read More »