Writer: Kennedy Rose
How this summer’s construction aligned with Syracuse University’s Campus Framework plan
Various projects from the summer fell in line with the leading principles of the Campus Framework, including the National Veterans Resource Complex and the replacement of Hendricks Chapel’s steps. Read More »
Syracuse Welcome adds new move-in date and college reception changes
SU’s welcome programming will incorporate new move in dates and changes to receptions to help incoming students and their families with the transition to college. Read More »
$4 million given to SU for recruitment of minority students in STEM
The funds were given to Syracuse University by National Science Foundation to improve recruitment and retention rates of underrepresented students in STEM programs. Read More »
Syracuse University opts out of New York state tuition aid program
Syracuse University officials announced Friday the university will not participate in the Enhanced Tuition Awards program, which will give up to $6,000 in aid to New York residents planning to remain in the state after graduation. Read More »
Institute for Veterans and Military Families receives $1.5 million grant to implement entrepreneurship training
The grant from the U.S. Small Business Association will help the IVMF provide veterans and their families with instruction in entrepreneurship, market research and business fundamentals. Read More »
Ride-hailing services to begin operating in upstate New York by June 29
New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed legislation Monday night allowing ride-hailing companies like Uber and Lyft to operate in upstate New York before Fourth of July weekend. Read More »
Syracuse University releases status report on diversity and inclusion recommendations
The report released Friday detailed the short-term recommendations made by the Chancellor's Workgroup on Diversity and Inclusion. The workgroup is composed of students, faculty, staff and university administrators. Read More »
7 SU students granted Fulbright research opportunities
Syracuse University students were selected to study, research and teach abroad as part of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. Read More »
Syracuse University’s schools and colleges announce convocation speakers
Speakers for each college and school’s convocation were announced Monday. The Falk College and the Whitman School will have student and faculty speakers in lieu of alumni speakers. Read More »
Local restaurants and businesses in downtown Syracuse, on the Hill gear up for commencement crowds
Employees and business representatives from Varsity Pizza, Faegan’s Cafe & Pub, Aster Pantry and the Jefferson Clinton Hotel, among other local businesses, discuss commencement and what the event means for their establishments. Read More »
Howie Hawkins declares 3rd mayoral run in 13 years
Hawkins, who is running on a Green Party progressive platform, has never been elected to office after more than 20 campaigns, including three tries for mayor since 2004. Read More »
Syracuse community members rally at downtown LGBTQ event, protesting 'religious liberty' executive order
About 100 local residents gathered for an "emergency rally" in Hanover Square Thursday afternoon to protest President Donald Trump's signing of a "Religious Liberty" executive order. Read More »
New York to provide free legal aid to immigrants facing deportation
The project began as a pilot program in New York City, but a $10 million expansion will bring it to the rest of the state. Read More »
They aren’t the Schuyler sisters, but they are in love with ‘Hamilton’
Best friends Brooke Bekoff and Sara Shmueli, who attend different colleges, are the minds behind a popular Instagram account for “Hamilton” memes: Meme Me Inside. Read More »
New York expands medical marijuana program to include patients with chronic pain
Doctors can now prescribe medical marijuana for chronic pain, but some advocates say that is not enough. Read More »
Internet companies and business organizations fight Cuomo’s proposed internet sales tax
A proposal in New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s budget would require major online marketplaces to collect sales tax on behalf of vendors who sell to New Yorkers through their sites. Many business organizations are fighting it. Read More »
Educators argue over high graduation rate’s significance
New York state's high school graduation rate hit a record high in 2016. Read More »
The completion of a major trailway in New York state could have benefits for Onondaga County
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has proposed spending $200 million on completing the Empire State Trail, which would connect all of New York state and potentially drive more tourism to Syracuse and Onondaga County. Read More »
Graduate student develops economically efficient way to turn microalgae into biofuel
Syracuse University student Bendy Estime has developed a way to harvest microalgae more easily, an important and difficult step in the biofuel process. Read More »
Cuomo allots $70 million for second phase of state fair initiatives
The state fair revitalization project continues, with different initiatives including the creation of aerial gondolas and the expansion of the fair from 12 days to 13 days. Read More »
Educators discuss qualifications and interests of education secretary nominee Betsy DeVos
Educators raise their concern, skepticism for Betsy DeVos' qualifications to be the secretary of education. Read More »
Academics debate the effectiveness of Cuomo's free public college proposal
NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s new plan for free public colleges has drawn heated debate among academics and not all agree it will be effective. Read More »
Benefit event aims to help resettled Syrian refugees in Syracuse
A benefit event at the Funk 'n Waffles in downtown Syracuse helped raise money for resettled refugees in the area Wednesday night. Read More »
Rhode Island School of Design students create a spacesuit for NASA astronauts heading to Mars
Rhode Island School of Design students created a spacesuit for NASA astronauts who are on mission to go to Mars. Read More »