Tag: Student Association
Students voice concerns over Ackerman Avenue assault at Monday forum
Syracuse University students called on administration and the Department of Public Safety to increase transparency surrounding issues of violence on and around campus. Read More »
SA President Ghufran Salih says DPS should address transparency concerns at forum
Syracuse University’s Student Association is hosting a forum Monday night for students to discuss the Ackerman Avenue assault with SU officials. Read More »
Student Association pushes to make textbooks more affordable
The organization is also looking to increase the resale value of student textbooks. Read More »
SU to hold forum for students to discuss Ackerman assault
The forum is scheduled for Monday at 6:30 p.m., Student Association President Ghufran Salih said. Read More »
The D.O. Editorial Board calls for campus forum, clarification on assault
The Daily Orange Editorial Board calls on Syracuse University to hold an open, public forum regarding off-campus safety and the safety of students of color in the wake of the assault along Ackerman Avenue reported Saturday. Read More »
SA President Ghufran Salih meets with DPS officials to discuss transparency in crime emails
Student Association representatives discussed law enforcement jurisdictions and reasons behind DPS statements during the meeting. Read More »
SA reflects on organization environment in light of Judicial Review Board investigation
Salih and Rosenblum also addressed issues of tension during SA meetings and discussed how they will prioritize cultivating a positive environment. Read More »
Video: SA responds to Ackerman Avenue assault
In its meeting Monday night, Student Association discussed DPS’ response to the assault on Ackerman Avenue reported early Saturday. Read More »
SA to discuss assault on Ackerman Avenue during Monday Assembly meeting
Student Association President Ghufran Salih said there were discrepancies in the students’ statement versus the Department of Public Safety’s statement. Read More »
Students circulate statement criticizing DPS, SPD handling of Ackerman Avenue assault
Syracuse University students, campus police and city police have released conflicting statements about the details of the Saturday assault. Read More »
SA proposes amendment to Judicial Review Board’s role
The proposed legislation will expand the responsibilities of the Judicial Review Board and amend the referral process. Read More »
SA wants to help students affected by government shutdown
Student Association has informed of different SU services to help them with any difficulties caused by the recent shutdown. Read More »
SU decides not to cancel classes
SU remained opened as the Syracuse area saw below-zero wind chills and neighborhoods schools decided to close. Read More »
University Senate committee to explore alternatives to SU’s financial holds policy
The current system prevents students who have financial holds from registering for or attending classes. Read More »
3 campus organizations install safety signs in university neighborhood
Safety resources signs were installed at 50 off-campus locations last week. Read More »
SA debates shift in dining hall operation hours
Student Association will conduct a study on student traffic at Shaw and Brockway Dining Halls, which both close at 7:30 p.m. Read More »
SA approves special programming funding for 11 campus organizations
More than $50,000 was approved in funding. Read More »
SA’s Good Samaritan Policy idea should be considered at SU
Moderate columnist Lauren Spiezia argues that Good Samaritan Policies can increase students’ trust in their university. Read More »
Here are the voices of the 2019 Women’s March Syracuse
Activists who participated in the 2019 Women’s March Syracuse said this year’s event was for more than just resistance to Donald Trump’s presidency — it was also meant to celebrate the diversity of Syracuse through embracing intersectionality. Read More »
SU students say Greek life review is step in the right direction
The review identified strengths and "challenge" areas of SU's Greek life community. Read More »
SA leaders share thoughts on chancellor’s Winter Message
Student Association leaders praised Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud for his continued support at the 2019 Winter Message on Monday. Read More »
SA funds Duke basketball tickets, sexual health resource fair
The organization voted to fully fund both requests brought before the organization at its first meeting of the semester. Read More »
University Senate urges chancellor to help students barred from registration by financial holds
USen passed a motion that calls on Chancellor Kent Syverud to allow students with financial holds to register for spring classes. Read More »
Student Association trying to change SU’s drug, alcohol policy
Members of the Student Association are trying to implement a Good Samaritan policy at Syracuse University. Read More »