Writer: Samantha Olander
12 years later: Looking back at Kent Syverud’s time as SU chancellor
Looking back at Kent Syverud’s leadership throughout challenging periods for Syracuse University, and assessing the institution he departs. Read More »
University Senate votes to pause ‘faculty workload policy’ implementation
University Senate voted to pause a proposed faculty workload policy at its final meeting of the year Wednesday. Read More »
‘Deeper losses’: A&S faculty, students react as SU sunsets 9 majors
Students and faculty shared reactions to the academic portfolio review that “sunsetted” 17 majors in SU’s College of Arts and Sciences. Read More »
Faculty warn of shared governance’s ‘gradual erosion’ after portfolio review
The portfolio review process did not include a faculty vote, reviving concerns over shared governance for some SU faculty members. Read More »
Syracuse University listed 93 ‘sunsetted’ programs. Here’s what that means.
SU's academic portfolio review listed 93 “sunsetted” programs. While many were newly closed, others were previously closed or changed names or degree format. Read More »
SU faculty workforce decreased last year, annual census finds
SU’s 24-25 faculty workforce decreased by 44 positions, while tenured professors increased, according to the annual Faculty Census. Read More »
Senators move to reevaluate ‘Idea’ language, cite shared governance concerns
SU senators introduced a motion requiring the administration’s revisions to the Idea requirement to be reviewed and approved. Read More »
Jeffrey Epstein funded his pilot’s daughter’s SU tuition, DOJ files show
Jeffrey Epstein paid $106,000 of Syracuse University tuition for his pilot’s daughter, according to files released by the Department of Justice. Read More »
SU seeks ‘new start’ with GSO rather than senate-passed mediation plan
At its January meeting, Provost Agnew told the University Senate SU will not pursue mediation with GSO officers. Instead, will pursue a “new start” for graduates. Read More »
Dean portfolio review report deadline extended to Jan. 23, Agnew says
The deadline for A&S deans to submit final reports for the portfolio review process was extended to Jan. 23, Provost Agnew told the University Senate. Read More »
With admissions to 18 majors paused, programs brace for ‘uncertain’ futures
The Daily Orange spoke with Arts and Sciences students, faculty and alumni who expressed concern about the future of their respective programs. Read More »
SU students scream, cheer through ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ finale
Fans across Syracuse University came together Wednesday night to enjoy the season finale of “The Summer I Turned Pretty.” Read More »
Syverud steps down: Chancellor’s 12-year tenure sparks mixed reactions from SU community
Kent Syverud, who has served as SU’s chancellor and president for 12 years, announced his departure in an Aug. 26 campus-wide email. Read More »
Lockerbie Scholars reflect on program legacy, concerns with changes
Cameron Colville has wanted to be a Lockerbie Scholar since he was 10 years old. Achieving that dream has been bittersweet. Read More »
Newhouse students share mixed reactions to BDJ, MND merger
While current MND and BDJ students will not be impacted by this change, SU students expressed a range of reactions surrounding the decision. Read More »
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DPS arrests parent after 'verbal altercation' with students in encampment
SU administrators confirmed DPS arrested a parent who verbally berated students at the Gaza Solidarity Encampment and refused to deescalate. Read More »
Students walk across campus in solidarity with Israel
About 100 protestors met outside Ernie Davis Hall Wednesday for a walk to show solidarity with Israel amid the SU Gaza Solidarity Encampment. Read More »
Former Israeli soldier speaks about identity, Palestinian solidarity
Meital Yaniv, a former Israeli soldier and former Zionist, shared their experiences with identity and Palestinian solidarity. The discussion centered around Yaniv’s “letting go” of their former Israeli soldier identity and took an in-depth look at Zionism and Israeli identity amid the Israel-Hamas war. Read More »
NY Court of Appeals hears arguments for ‘medically necessary’ abortion insurance lawsuit
New York state's highest court heard arguments Tuesday afternoon in a lawsuit that argues a state regulation violates the First Amendment. Read More »
Syracuse University to monitor 2U's ongoing financial issues
SU uses the service edX, which operates under its parent company 2U, Inc., for many of its online degree programs. But 2U may have to file bankruptcy or liquidate if it can't cover it's $900 million long-term debt. Read More »
SU students apathetic toward presidential primary elections
Several Syracuse University students said they were frustrated with the election and the university’s communication surrounding the polling. Read More »
Breaking down second-year SU housing options after Sheraton, 727 S. Crouse Ave. added
SU’s new strategic housing plan comes after a three-year housing review found that students wanted more housing options on North Campus. Read More »