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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

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 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

SU construction update: promenade to be finished before student move-in; accessibility improvements underway

The University Place promenade is expected to be finished before Syracuse University students move in, according to Monday's summer construction update from Pete Sala, vice president and chief campus facilities officer. Read More »

June 27, 2016 at 12:03 pm

Syracuse University to convert Sheraton Hotel into student housing as part of Campus Framework

As part of the Campus Framework, Syracuse University has plans to convert the Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel & Conference Center into student housing. Read More »

June 21, 2016 at 4:14 pm

Syracuse University releases 20-year plan for campus development with Campus Framework draft

Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud released a draft of the Campus Framework plan to the SU community on Monday after 18 months of planning and campus outreach. Read More »

June 20, 2016 at 8:44 pm

SU construction update: University Place promenade work on schedule

Construction on the University Place promenade is progressing on schedule, according to Monday's summer construction update from Pete Sala, vice president and chief campus facilities officer. Read More »

June 20, 2016 at 12:14 pm

SU construction update: Tennity to receive new cooling system; University Place road, walkways removed

Pete Sala noted in his latest construction update email that Tennity Ice Pavilion will be receiving a new cooling system and the road and walkways along University Place have been removed. Read More »

June 13, 2016 at 11:46 am

Here's an update on Syracuse University's campus construction projects for the summer

Pete Sala, vice president and chief campus facilities officer, sent an email to the Syracuse University community on Monday with updates on campus construction projects happening this summer. Read More »

June 6, 2016 at 12:33 pm

Gallery: See the weekly progress of summer construction on the Syracuse University campus

See the weekly progress of construction or renovation projects on the Syracuse University campus, including the building of the University Place promenade. Read More »

June 1, 2016 at 10:39 am

How some members of the SU community feel the promenade money should be spent

During a campus protest on Tuesday, Syracuse University community members questioned the amount of money being spent on University Place promenade and how practical the promenade will be. Read More »

May 31, 2016 at 11:41 pm

Syracuse University community members protest University Place promenade

Syracuse University community members gathered in front of the Hall of Languages to protest the University Place promenade on Tuesday. Read More »

May 31, 2016 at 11:08 pm

Traffic changes to begin due to University Place promenade construction

Construction for the University Place promenade will begin on Tuesday and cause traffic changes in the area. Read More »

May 29, 2016 at 11:28 am

Construction of University Place promenade to begin next week

SU Vice President Pete Sala said in an email that construction of the promenade will "essentially be complete" prior to the start of the fall semester. Read More »

May 25, 2016 at 6:19 pm

THE General Body creates petition in support of Syracuse University faculty concern over University Place promenade

THE General Body created a petition to support an earlier petition that was made by Syracuse University faculty members to express concern about the proposed University Place promenade. Read More »

May 15, 2016 at 2:33 pm

Kent Syverud addresses Syracuse University faculty concerns at 2nd feedback session for University Place promenade

Chancellor Kent Syverud addressed the concerns of Syracuse University faculty members regarding the proposed University Place promenade at a feedback session on Tuesday. Read More »

May 10, 2016 at 9:51 pm

Syracuse University faculty members express concern and problems with proposed University Place promenade

Syracuse University faculty members and officials sparred over the proposed University Place promenade at an often-contentious feedback session on Monday evening. Read More »

May 9, 2016 at 9:46 pm

SU officials respond to petition expressing concerns about University Place promenade

An email sent to faculty members Thursday stresses that the Campus Framework Advisory Group has sought over the past 18 months to gain input and feedback from faculty, staff and students on the promenade. Read More »

May 5, 2016 at 9:20 pm

Syracuse University faculty sign petition expressing concern about University Place promenade

More than 65 Syracuse University faculty members have signed an online public petition expressing concern about the proposed University Place promenade slated to be built this summer. Read More »

May 4, 2016 at 3:29 pm

Syracuse University’s budget director responds to criticisms claiming lack of transparency

The University Senate's Budget Committee accused Syracuse University's budget office of a lack of transparency at Wednesday's senate meeting. Read More »

April 28, 2016 at 2:58 pm

Syracuse University faculty members express concerns surrounding Fast Forward initiative

In his inauguration address on April 11, 2014, Syverud declared that he wanted Syracuse University to become an institution that embraces change. Since then, Fast Forward has become the central vehicle for that change. But some SU faculty members have expressed concern over Fast Forward initiatives. Read More »

April 26, 2016 at 11:53 pm

Syracuse University students can vote on Campus Framework proposals

Syracuse University students can now access an online survey to indicate their preferences on three aspects of the Campus Framework plan. Read More »

April 26, 2016 at 11:32 pm

Why some SU officials say 'Student Experience' working group needs more focus

Some university community members feel the student experience depends on factors that should be addressed before the Fast Forward Syracuse initiative goes into full effect. Read More »

April 24, 2016 at 11:09 pm