Writer: Sara Swann
Several people sent to hospital, arrested during Mayfest, Block Party
During the timeframe of both Mayfest and Block Party on Friday, a number of people were either sent to the hospital or arrested for behavior during and before the two events. Read More »
Students celebrate Mayfest in Walnut Park despite cold temperatures
Students gathered in Walnut Park on Friday for Mayfest, an annual event that features free food, drinks and entertainment. Read More »
Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul hosts roundtable at Syracuse University to discuss ways to combat sexual assault on college campuses
New York Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul held a roundtable discussion with members of the Syracuse University community on Thursday to address the passing of legislation to further combat sexual assault on college campuses. Read More »
Syracuse University program receives $3 million grant for graduate training, research
This month, the Educational Model Program on Water-Energy Research at Syracuse University was awarded a five-year $3 million grant from the National Science Foundation for graduate student training and research. Read More »
Write-in candidates reflect on campaign process, express hope that new president will follow through on campaign promises
AJ Abell, Safet Mesanovic, Tatiana Cadet and Jesse Nichols all campaigned as write-in candidates for president, while Seedat and her running mate, Jane Hong, were the only candidates to appear on the ballot on MySlice. Seedat was declared the winner around 1 a.m. Friday, with 24.1 percent of students voting in the election. Read More »
"It's On Us" event raises awareness about sexual assault, violence prevention
Brion Neary, a brother of Alpha Chi Rho — the fraternity partnered with the “It’s On Us” initiative — spoke first about how he started the initiative, which is a part of Greek Week. The event, located in the Physics Building, drew more than 200 attendees. Read More »
THE General Body, Graduate Student Organization voice health care grievances during rally at Hendricks Chapel
On Thursday around noon, members of THE General Body and the Graduate Student Organization held a rally in front of Hendricks Chapel regarding grievances about the recent health care plan changes. Read More »
Syracuse University WiSE program supports, encourages female students, faculty in STEM
The Women in Science and Engineering program at Syracuse University aims to increase the recruitment and retention of women faculty in sciences, mathematics, engineering and computer sciences. Read More »
Tatiana Cadet discusses SA write-in campaign that focuses on transparency, inclusiveness
Cadet’s platform includes four main points: strengthening community, improving security, improving SA and addressing student needs. Read More »
Transfer student campaigns on ideas of inclusivity, transparency
Cadet’s platform includes four main points: strengthening community, improving security, improving SA and addressing student needs. Read More »
Permission for parties to be held at Castle Court remains unclear
It’s unclear whether parties are being allowed again at Castle Court following a gathering of students in the parking lot last Thursday. Read More »
Members of Syracuse University community react to SU's commitment to divest from fossil fuels
SU announced on Tuesday morning that it would stop its endowment funds from investing in fossil fuels. The announcement came after two and a half years of campaigning for the change by the student group, Divest SU. Read More »
Syracuse University announces it will divest from fossil fuels
Syracuse University announced Tuesday that it is formally divesting endowment funds from coal mining and other fossil fuel companies. Read More »
Former SU basketball player begins role as leader of city's parks department
Lazarus Sims, 42, is a former point guard for the SU men’s basketball team. He played from 1992-1996, and took over as leader of the city's parks department on Monday. Read More »
University Union set to announce MayFest, Block Party artists in near future
Two years ago, the Block Party announcement had a similar timetable to this year when it wasn’t announced until March 31, 2013 that Ke$ha would be performing at the event. The artists for the 2013 MayFest — Earl Sweatshirt, Sound Remedy and The Chainsmokers — were announced about a week later on April 7, 2013. Read More »
Students hold press conference to discuss Paris Noir program, which was cut due to low enrollment
As of March 18, SU Abroad canceled the Paris Noir program due to the fact that only nine students had been accepted into the 2015 summer program, of which only three paid had paid for it by the deadline. Read More »
More than 26,000 people expected, tickets still available for games
According to the Ticket City website, currently 20 out of the 47 total seating sections are already sold out for both the North Carolina State-Louisville game on Friday at 7:37 p.m. and the Michigan State-Oklahoma game, which is scheduled to tip-off at 10:07 p.m. Read More »
School appoints John Prizner as assistant dean for advancement
John Prizner has been appointed assistant dean for advancement in Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management, according to a March 16 press release. Read More »
Syracuse named one of the worst cities for renting based on national report
The city of Syracuse was named one of the worst cities in the United States to rent in due to its low income and increasing renting costs, according to a CNN Money article. Read More »
Liddy names Joanna Masingila next dean of School of Education
Joanna Masingila has been selected as dean of Syracuse University’s School of Education, Liz Liddy, interim vice chancellor and provost, announced Tuesday. Masingila, a professor of mathematics and mathematics education at SU since 1992, has served as the school’s interim dean since February 2014. Read More »
Members of Otto's Army react to NCAA sanctions against SU
Some students reacted with anger about the sanctions, while others said they don't believe the punishment will have much of an effect on the attitudes of fans. Read More »
Girl bloody but alert after being hit by Jimmy John's deliveryman on bike
The accident happened in front of Bird Library. Students gathered around the scene to see what had happened, and ambulances and Department of Public Safety cars arrived shortly after. The girl was loaded into an ambulance just before 3:30 p.m. Read More »