Tag: department of public safety
Police: Department of Public Safety is investigating off-campus burglaries near Syracuse University
Several off-campus burglaries have occurred in neighborhoods north and east of Syracuse University's campus, police said. Read More »
Officials: Ride-hailing services have had a minimal effect on Syracuse traffic
Ride-hailing services were legalized statewide in late June. Companies such as Uber and Lyft started expanding into Syracuse this summer. Read More »
Syracuse University to roll out safety changes in off-campus student housing areas
Security cameras and shuttles are among the safety projects expected to launch in off-campus neighborhoods this semester. Read More »
DPS continues regular patrol of Syracuse University area during summer months
Despite the decreased student population, the Department of Public Safety continues regular patrols during the summer. The department also conducts drills and trains new officers. Read More »
How the Department of Public Safety is preparing security measures for SU’s 2017 commencement
This commencement will not require the same amount of security that past commencements have had due to high-profile keynote speakers like former Vice President Joe Biden. Read More »
Inside the Department of Public Safety’s intricate Mayfest security apparatus
Cameras play a major role in how DPS keeps students safe during large events. Take a look at how equipment is used to maintain safety. Read More »
Tyler Rossi has learned to adapt his entire life. Now, he’s looking to adapt again by becoming SA’s president.
Tyler Rossi has learned to adapt his entire life. Rossi became a leader on his high school football team despite having only one hand. Now, Rossi is learning to adapt again, and is running for SA president despite having no history within the organization. Read More »
News briefs: what you might have missed this weekend
A suspect was arrested and charged following a “suspicious event” incident on campus last week and Hungry Chuck’s announced the date of its last night of operation at its current location, among other things. Read More »
Vice presidential candidate Roy Tin receives threat and hate messages following SA debate
A former classmate asked to meet Tin in front of the Hall of Languages late Monday night and threatened Tin if he did not agree. Tin said the student opposed his political views, the way Tyler Rossi’s campaign was being run and statements made at Sunday’s debate. Read More »
Syracuse University student reports attempted strong-arm robbery on campus
At approximately 4:25 p.m., the student reported, two men knocked on the door of a dorm room and attempted to rob him. Read More »
A mysterious sheikh, an isolated compound and a bomb threat: Islamophobia in upstate New York
Liberal columnist Ryan Dunn describes how the national issue of Islamophobia has trickled down into counties in upstate New York. Read More »
Student Association’s mental health report could fill the resource gap at Syracuse University
Student Life columnist Aishwarya Sukesh describes how Student Association’s mental health report could change the landscape of mental health resources at Syracuse University. Read More »
DPS officers are armed to protect campus from violent criminals
Each of DPS’s 68 full-time peace officers is trained to handle handguns and long guns. But before they’re armed, they have to go through almost 100 hours of training. Read More »
Ad hoc committee will look to protect undocumented students at Syracuse University
The Ad Hoc Committee on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)/Undocumented Students will meet for the first time on Friday, and its members have said they’re hoping the committee will be able to develop a strategy to better meet the needs of DACA and undocumented students. Read More »
Responding to criticism, the Campus Facilities Advisory Board is tasked to provide transparency on decision-making
In the wake of the University Place promenade controversy, Vice Chancellor Michele Wheatly and Chief Facilities Officer Pete Sala launched a new board to increase transparency. Read More »
Car hits bicyclist at Comstock and Euclid intersection
A car hit a bicyclist at the intersection of Comstock and Euclid Avenue Monday night. Read More »
As many students are taken to emergency room for intoxication, SU says specific information is unavailable
How often do Syracuse University students go to the emergency room for being intoxicated? The official charged with compiling that data says she won’t release what information she has. Read More »
Department of Public Safety chief, SU student and local trainer give tips for jogger safety
Syracuse University had no reports of joggers being pestered, robbed or harassed in the last 18 months, but police still urge joggers to take extra caution on and near campus. Read More »
Syracuse University student reports sexual offense near campus
The offense was reported to have occurred at 9:30 p.m. on Monday. Read More »
Student Association tables votes on two bills, discusses surveillance camera initiative
One bill would require the speaker of the assembly to attend SA meetings, while the other would make it a requirement for cabinet members to attend meetings. SA President Eric Evangelista also discussed an upcoming off-campus surveillance camera initiative. Read More »
Isolated incidents of harassment should be considered in the development of stronger harassment protocols at Syracuse University
The Daily Orange Editorial Board calls on Syracuse University to broaden and strengthen its protocols regarding harassment prevention. Read More »
DPS looking into alleged incident of Islamophobic harassment
The Department of Public Safety was alerted to an incident of Islamophobic harassment earlier in the semester and is currently taking action to support the victim. Read More »
How Syracuse University is working to improve safety for Chinese students
In light of Syracuse University student Xiaopeng “Pippen” Yuan being murdered, Chinese students on SU campus have developed a campaign to increase safety for the Chinese student population. Read More »
Student Association President Eric Evangelista to learn investigation fate Friday
Student Association’s Judicial Review Board chair Abdulaziz Al-Sulaiti said the board will give its decision on President Eric Evangelista's alleged SA constitution violation on Friday. Read More »