Writer archives: Owen Smith
Contact Owen: owensmith@dailyorange.com.
SU alum, former Goldman Sachs executive appointed Board of Trustees chair
Syracuse University’s Board of Trustees selected SU alum Kenneth Pontarelli to succeed Chair Jeffrey Scruggs, SU announced Monday. Read More »
BBB residence halls to close at end of 2026-27 academic year
Brewster, Boland and Brockway residence halls will close at the end of the academic year as new dorms near opening, SU announced Friday. Read More »
Watch parties across Onondaga County celebrate ‘blue wave’ as GOP concedes
From congressional races to the state assembly, The Daily Orange followed candidates as crowds and politicians waited for results. Read More »
Rep. Mannion bashes Trump, shares congressional goals in press conference
After his reelection, Rep. John Mannion held a press conference Wednesday to detail stances and what he hopes to bring to the NY-22 district. Read More »
Syracuse Abroad shifts application, admissions process amid overcapacity
Syracuse Abroad announced new merit-based changes to the study abroad admissions process amid overcapacity concerns in a Monday email. Read More »
How to stay mindful, keep yourself and others safe throughout Halloween
As Halloween nears, The Daily Orange has compiled safety tips to help SU students responsibly navigate the weekend. Read More »
‘CUSE Creator Con urges aspiring influencers to relish personality, failure
Syracuse University’s ‘CUSE Creator Con urged attendees to own their personalities and embarrassment in panels hosted by student influencers. Read More »
Environmental panelists criticize Micron's local impact at ArtRage Gallery
Environmental advocates spoke out against Micron Technologies’ semiconductor plant in Clay, during a panel hosted by SU’s NPR affiliate WAER. Read More »
ICE reportedly detains 2 people in Margarita’s downtown without warrant
U.S. ICE agents reportedly detained two people without a prior warrant in Margarita’s Mexican Cantina on Monday, per syracuse.com. Read More »
'The Social Reckoning' is messy, but its questions on social media matter
Uneven pacing and a convoluted plot overshadow the thought-provoking questions raised in Aaron Sorkin's "The Social Reckoning." Read More »
Micron apprenticeship aims to develop pathway for future technicians
The NY Creates initiative chose its first cohort of 10 to serve as apprentices for Micron’s upcoming semiconductor manufacturing plant. Read More »
Protest, rally surround Trump’s campaign for Blakeman in Syracuse
Thousands of protesters gathered in Syracuse as President Trump held a rally in support of Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman. Read More »
Hillel Center opens ‘10/7: Human Stories’ memorializing attack victims
In SU’s Winnick Hillel Center, students walked along candlelit pathways to remember the lives taken during the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks. Read More »
Joanie Mahoney announces retirement after 6 years as ESF president
Joanie Mahoney, the president of SUNY-ESF, announced her retirement Tuesday after six years in the role, syracuse.com reported. Read More »
Block of Marshall Street to close for underground facility work
The block of Marshall Street between Walnut Avenue and Comstock Avenue will close for utility work, per a release from Syracuse University. Read More »
What is kratom? Uncovering the opioid-like drug affecting college campuses
The recent deaths of two Ole Miss students linked to kratom, an unregulated opioid-like substance, have garnered national attention. Read More »
SU launches Institute for Artificial Intelligence amid influx of AI programs
Syracuse University is launching a new Institute for Artificial Intelligence to bring together AI-focused researchers across campus. Read More »
ECS students test flight simulator despite recent technical difficulties
SU hosted a tour Friday of a seldom-known campus tool, College of ECS’ six-degree motion flight simulator inside Link Hall. Read More »
SU unexpectedly moved 20 students from Walnut Hall before fall semester
Over the summer, SU changed housing assignments for 20 students from Walnut Hall to DellPlain Hall, according to sources. Read More »
Hendricks Chapel hosts 9/11 remembrance service on 25th anniversary
The 9/11 Memorial Service began at 8:30 a.m., but not a word was spoken until 8:46 a.m. — the time the first plane struck the W.T.C. Read More »
Recapping Syracuse’s relationship with Flock after common council ‘breakup’
Syracuse’s relationship with Flock has fluctuated over the past five years. The city has reevaluated Flock’s presence drastically. Read More »
SU’s Creator Economy class talks social media business amid center expansion
The Center for the Creator Economy, SU’s program that teaches students social media, sets itself apart by teaching behind-the-scenes strategy. Read More »
Students respond as SU phases out South Campus with upcoming dorms
As a part of former Chancellor Syverud’s Campus Framework, three upcoming dormitories at North Campus will eventually phase out South Campus. Read More »
Syracuse meets EPA’s lead water regulations for 4th consecutive term
Syracuse has met the EPA’s regulations for lead in water for the fourth consecutive term, Syracuse Water Department announced. Read More »