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Video: The D.O. Explains: 5 stories you missed over break

News Editor Emma Folts summarizes 5 of the most important stories from winter break. Read More »

January 15, 2020 at 8:27 am

The sanctions imposed on SU’s Greek organizations, explained

Members of fraternities and sororities are subject to guidelines consistent with SU’s Code of Student Conduct. Read More »

August 28, 2018 at 1:17 am

An explanation of the 2017 Syracuse mayoral race, its candidates and the issues they’re running on

Learn more about the Syracuse mayoral candidates and their positions on certain issues as the November election approaches. Read More »

September 11, 2017 at 12:18 am

An explanation of Syracuse University’s Student Association and its initiatives

Some past SA initiatives have included mental health awareness, a bicycle share program and an audit on all Greek life. Read More »

January 2, 2017 at 1:26 pm

Explaining Syracuse University's Graduate Student Organization and its initiatives

Syracuse University's Graduate Student Organization, its members and current initiatives, explained. Read More »

January 2, 2017 at 1:22 pm

Uber, and its recent arrival to Syracuse, explained

Ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft began operating in upstate New York on June 29. Here’s everything you need to know about the revolutionary transportation apps. Read More »

January 2, 2017 at 1:15 pm

Explaining Operational Excellence of Syracuse University's Fast Forward initiative

The purpose of Operational Excellence is to fund investment in the Academic Strategic Plan and the Campus Framework. Read More »

January 2, 2017 at 1:12 am

Explaining Syracuse University's Academic Strategic Plan

The Academic Strategic Plan sets an academic vision for the university and outlines plans to meet that vision in the coming years. Read More »

January 2, 2017 at 1:02 am

Pan Am Flight 103 and its impact on Syracuse University, explained

Thirty-five Syracuse University students died in the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing on Dec. 21, 1988. Here is a look at how the tragedy has impacted SU and how the university is moving forward. Read More »

July 11, 2016 at 10:15 pm

An explanation of the Campus Framework: SU's 20-year infrastructure project

Syracuse University released the Campus Framework, a 20-year plan for the physical campus, in June. Here is an explanation of that plan and what it means for SU. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 1:36 pm

Syracuse University's relationship with veterans, explained

SU has maintained its commitment to service members, veterans and their families for decades, funneling millions of dollars into resources for these groups. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 1:28 pm

Sexual assault culture at Syracuse University, explained

Here is an explanation of the sexual assault culture and resources at Syracuse University. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 1:24 pm

An explanation of Syracuse University’s Carrier Dome renovations

The history behind Syracuse University's Carrier Dome and the renovations facing it, explained. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 1:19 pm

Explaining THE General Body's history and grievances

Almost two years ago, THE General Body held an 18-day sit-in in Crouse-Hinds Hall at Syracuse University. Here is an in-depth look into the coalition of student organizations and what they were and still are advocating for. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 1:17 pm

Chancellor Kent Syverud’s Fast Forward Syracuse initiative, explained

When Kent Syverud become chancellor of Syracuse University, he started Fast Forward Syracuse. Here is an explanation of the initiative and what it means for the university. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 1:14 pm

Explaining the 2016 presidential and New York state elections

The candidates of the U.S. presidential, Senate and House races, their ties to Syracuse and a brief summary on where they stand on the issues, explained. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 1:12 pm

Explaining Syracuse University's controversial University Place promenade

The University Place promenade was completed a week before the fall 2016 semester started, but many Syracuse University community members are not happy with it. Here is an explanation of the controversial campus project. Read More »

July 10, 2016 at 12:36 pm