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Writer: Rachel Sandler

'No one saw it coming': Dean’s arrest shocks Whitman community

Members of the Martin J. Whitman School of Management community at Syracuse University were in shock to learn that Kenneth Kavajecz, the school’s former dean, was arrested on charges related to prostitution. Read More »

September 18, 2016 at 7:24 pm


Former Whitman dean Kenneth Kavajecz was arrested on prostitution charges

Kavajecz is scheduled to appear in the Town of Salina Court on Sept. 29. Read More »

September 16, 2016 at 1:39 pm


Interactive Crime Map: Syracuse University student arrested for assault; man arrested for shoplifting outside Newhouse

Check out what crime happened near Syracuse University happened this week. Read More »

September 12, 2016 at 12:29 pm


9 stories to help you pass a current events quiz (Aug. 29 – Sept. 5)

From Huma Abedin to Mother Teresa, The Daily Orange complied stories you need to know in order to pass your current events quiz. Read More »

September 5, 2016 at 11:17 pm


With a legacy of fighting for women and minorities under her belt, Michele Wheatly sets her sights on Syracuse University

MIchele Wheatly has made advancing women and minorities a key part of her career in academia. Now, she hopes to leave her mark on Syracuse. Read More »

August 31, 2016 at 10:59 pm


Syracuse University under federal investigation for its handling of sexual assault

Following a Title IX complaint submitted by a former student, SU is being investigated by the Department of Education. The complaint in relation to the university's handling of a sexual assault case. Read More »

August 30, 2016 at 10:39 pm


Crime this week: SUNY-ESF student arrested for possession of a controlled substance; 4 people arrested for shoplifting at Destiny USA

Here's a roundup of some crimes that occurred in the Syracuse-area this week, according to the police bulletin. Read More »

August 28, 2016 at 6:33 pm


The University Place promenade is here to stay, but lingering issues remain among some faculty

Critics of the promenade, which was built over the summer, protested the project before it was built — but some faculty think the SU administration still needs to be more transparent about the budget. Read More »

August 23, 2016 at 7:08 pm


Syracuse University news stories you might have missed over the summer

Catch up on some of the major news and stories from Syracuse University you might have missed over the summer. Read More »

August 23, 2016 at 5:55 pm


Syracuse University to hold open forums for discussion on Campus Framework

Syracuse University will be holding six open forums during the fall semester for students, faculty and staff to comment on the Campus Framework. Read More »

August 18, 2016 at 10:48 pm


SU construction update: the University Place promenade will be finished a week before classes start

The promenade is on schedule and is set to be completed on Aug. 22. Read More »

August 1, 2016 at 5:23 pm


Syracuse University consolidates Enrollment Management and Student Affairs

The two departments will become the Division of Enrollment and Student Experience. Read More »

July 14, 2016 at 1:07 pm


Sexual assault culture at Syracuse University, explained

Here is an explanation of the sexual assault culture and resources at Syracuse University. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 1:24 pm


Explaining Syracuse University's controversial University Place promenade

The University Place promenade was completed a week before the fall 2016 semester started, but many Syracuse University community members are not happy with it. Here is an explanation of the controversial campus project. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 12:36 pm


SU construction update: New home for Disability Cultural Center; accessibility updates in dorms

The Disability Cultural Center is getting a new home in Schine and Dellplain and Haven Halls are getting ADA improvements. Read More »

July 5, 2016 at 12:16 pm



Hunter Watson remembered for his love of comedy, musical past and present

Hunter Watson, a Syracuse University student who died in a car accident last week, is remembered by his friends and loved ones for his love of comedy and passion for music. Read More »

June 26, 2016 at 11:04 am


Syracuse University student dies in car accident

Hunter Watson, a rising junior in the iSchool, died in Dover, Delaware over the weekend. Read More »

June 20, 2016 at 7:27 pm


SU construction update: Tennity to receive new cooling system; University Place road, walkways removed

Pete Sala noted in his latest construction update email that Tennity Ice Pavilion will be receiving a new cooling system and the road and walkways along University Place have been removed. Read More »

June 13, 2016 at 11:46 am



IRS form shows how much Kent Syverud made during his first year as Syracuse University chancellor

Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud made more than $900,000 in 2014, according to tax forms obtained by The Daily Orange. Read More »

May 26, 2016 at 3:48 pm


Syracuse University announces next VPA dean

Michael Tick, who served as dean of the University of Kentucky's College of Fine Arts, will be the next dean of Syracuse University's College of Visual and Performing Arts. Read More »

May 17, 2016 at 11:29 am


Syracuse University faculty sign petition expressing concern about University Place promenade

More than 65 Syracuse University faculty members have signed an online public petition expressing concern about the proposed University Place promenade slated to be built this summer. Read More »

May 4, 2016 at 3:29 pm


Former vice chancellor and provost of Syracuse University brings ambition and idealism to the University of Dayton

Eric Spina has risen in the administrative ranks at SU for the last 20 years. Now, he's moving on to be the president of the University of Dayton in Ohio. Read More »

May 2, 2016 at 10:57 pm