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'Helpless:' SU students from Hawaii grapple with disaster thousands of miles from home
In the aftermath, SU students from Hawaii said they felt the wildfires impacts personally. Read More »
Your questions answered: The D.O.'s advice to the class of 2027
The Daily Orange answered questions that freshmen asked about Syracuse University as they settle into the first couple of weeks. Read More »
Ahead of contract negotiations, SGEU collects graduate worker feedback
SGEU plans to negotiate with SU administration about better treatment for graduate student employees after forming a union in the spring. Read More »
SU begins construction on Schine esports facility, continues Link Hall renovation
With preparation for construction underway, the university hopes to open a new esports venue in the Schine Student Center by the 2024-2025 academic year. Read More »
SU review of legacy admissions to be finalized
The statement comes nearly two months after the United States Supreme Court banned affirmative action admissions policies. Read More »
Goldstein Dunkin' to be replaced with Starbucks
The new Starbucks location comes after two others in Syracuse closed last year. The Dunkin' in Schine will remain. Read More »
Biden announces new student loan forgiveness plan for 800,000 borrowers
Biden's new student loan forgiveness plan will target borrowers who have been repaying loans for at least 20 years. Read More »
SU clinical psychology Ph.D. student dies
Nicole Ellerbeck was studying for a Ph.D. in clinical psychology at SU's College of Arts and Sciences. Read More »
SCOTUS blocks President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan
The U.S. Supreme Court blocked President Joe Biden’s plan to cancel billions in student loans, which could impact Syracuse University's students and alumni. Read More »
SCOTUS outlaws affirmative action admissions policies in joint decision for 2 cases
The Supreme Court ruled to overturn affirmative action, a policy that allows colleges and universities to consider race in admissions processes. Read More »
Andrew Sears named new dean of School of Information Studies
Sears will take over as the new dean on Aug. 1 and oversee the undergraduate and graduate programs for the School of Information Studies. Read More »
DPS identifies juveniles who used anti-Asian language near Marshall St.
The individuals were not affiliated with the university, DPS confirmed in the bias incident report. Read More »
DPS identifies suspect targeting SU students with racist, sexist messages over Snapchat
DPS received screenshots on Tuesday via STOP Bias showing a Snapchat user targeting students based on race, gender and sexual orientation in a group chat. Read More »
SU ends COVID-19 vaccination requirement effective Monday
SU ended its COVID-19 vaccination requirement Monday, but continues to "strongly encourage" students, faculty and staff to get vaccinated. Read More »
SU tuition to rise by nearly 5% in 2023-24
Tuition for full-time undergraduate students will reach $61,310 for the 2023-24 school year with the new raise. Read More »
DPS improves burglary rates, wave of bias incidents sparks transparency concerns
Crime on South Campus and near the university community sharply fell, but concerns remain over transparency in bias incident reporting amid recent cases. Read More »
Cerri Banks to receive honorary degree at SU commencement alongside 3 others
SU will honor Cerri Banks with a posthumous honorary degree, as well as award honorary degrees to Michael Crow, David MacDonald and Kathleen Walters, at the 2023 commencement ceremony on May 14. Read More »
Donna Shalala announced as the 2023 commencement speaker
Donna Shalala, an SU alumna and former secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, will deliver the keynote address to the graduating class of 2023 at May 14. Read More »
GSO passes resolution to remove recommendation letter requirement in PAC applications
The decision comes after complaints from students who found it difficult to obtain recommendation letters from faculty. Read More »
Adderall shortage hinders students' academic, personal success
Syracuse University students shared their experiences following a months-long national shortage in Adderall. Read More »
Maxwell panel explores disconnect between Gen Z and political participation
D. Sunshine Hillygus, Kevin Munger and Maurice Brown participated in the “Gen Z and the Future of Politics” panel on Monday. Read More »
SU announces 2023 Fulbright award recipients
The 10 recipients of the 2023 Fulbright U.S Student Program awards grants students teaching assistantships in other countries. Read More »
MP Geiss, Simone Bellot reflect on year as senior class marshals ahead of commencement
MP Geiss and Simone Bellot, the class of 2023 senior marshals, said their roles have allowed them to advocate for campus organizations they're involved with. Read More »
SA and OrangeSeeds emphasize community service through 'The Big Event,' 'Spring Into Action'
Syracuse's University's Student Association and OrangeSeeds students had the opportunity to give back to the local Syracuse area through community service. Read More »