Tag: social media
Faegan's has reopened, but it looks different
Since reopening earlier this month, the pub looks forward to welcoming back longtime customers and adding more dining options back to their menu. Read More »
Hitting the slopes has become COVID-safe escape for college students
Ski and Snowboard mountains near Syracuse offer students discounted tickets, encouraging students to safely hit the slopes during the pandemic. Read More »
Safe Space CNY provides accessible mental health support services
Syracuse native creates a communal mental health collective, which runs support groups, to create another source of mental health support in the city. Read More »
Panelists explain current state of election at Newhouse School event
Several panelists shared their perspectives on the current state of the election. Read More »
Global issues don't belong on Instagram. They belong in action.
Instagram activism isn’t enough to make substantive change for many global issues. Read More »
The problem with 'Unfollow Me'
Instagram stories and tweets containing phrases like “If you support X, unfollow me.” and others like it may seem beneficial, but they could do more harm than good. Read More »
Social media harms students’ mental health
Experts find that social media holds power over students’ mental health. An excess use of social media often results in a decline in mental health. Read More »
Coronavirus information flyer vandalized with anti-Chinese language
The word “Chinese” was written on a flyer with information about preventing the spread of the coronavirus. Read More »
Multiple universities experience racist, anti-Semitic incidents
Hate crimes and bias-related incidents have spread to many universities across the country in the past month, including anti-Semitic and racist graffiti, blackface and references to mass shootings. Read More »
Ridicule of revealing Halloween costumes sexist, restrictive
Gender and sexuality columnist Mallory Stokker argues that the judgements we make on Halloween night reflect the sexist and constrictive attitudes we project onto women the other 364 days of the year. Read More »
Marcus Solis, a broadcast journalist, discusses state of news industry during lecture
With social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, reporters are expected to release information more immediately before relaying the longer form of their report, Solis said. Read More »
Students can benefit from colleges looking at their social media
Moderate columnist Dylan Williams argues that colleges looking at the social media profiles of prospective students could actually help students — if they’re responsible online. Read More »
SU professors collaborate on political communications textbook
The book will consist of essays written by researchers across the country, and will explore topics from online activism to the spread of misinformation through social media. Read More »
SU announces 2020 Commencement severe weather plan
In case of severe weather, the Commencement would be held at the Manley Field House. Read More »
Political affiliation shouldn’t be considered when hiring faculty
Stephen Paisley responds to recent statements by Chancellor Kent Syverud regarding the political makeup of the Syracuse University faculty. Read More »
It’s not acceptable to think of new students as ‘fresh meat’
Gender and sexuality columnist Jewél Jackson condemns the perspective that freshman students, specifically women, are like ‘fresh meat.’ Read More »
'Not a Metric Matters' at SUArt Galleries will run through Nov. 24
It’s been five years since SUArt Gallery has hosted a faculty exhibition at the Shaffer Art Building, and with “Not a Metric Matters”, VPA faculty will have another chance to showcase their art on campus. Read More »
Student Association needs to be more transparent
Student Life columnist Jennifer Bancamper believes SA should be more transparent with students concerned about a controversial election night. Read More »
Past yearbook photos reveal ongoing issue of racial equality in campus culture
Images of blackface uncovered in university yearbooks across the country have opened up a new debate over racial equality in the modern era. Accountability and action are key in order to diminish hate on college campuses. Read More »
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que throws shades at Pete Davidson with Ariana Grande-inspired drink
Jason Ryan, Dino director of marketing, felt the Valentine’s Day drink specials wouldn’t be complete without a jab at outspoken Syracuse critic, Pete Davidson. Read More »
Mark Steyn, Dennis Miller to address political climate during Adorable Deplorable Tour
Comedians Mark Steyn and Dennis Miller will perform at the OnCenter Crouse Hinds Theater this Saturday night. Audiences can expect a non-pandering, right-leaning comedic style. 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 »
SU student develops Buzzfeed show for IGTV
Stefanie Grafstein first heard about BuzzFeed's VerticalU, a video creation workshop, from Maycie Timpone, the director of social media at BuzzFeed, who came to speak in her Newhouse class. Read More »