SU anthropology discusses abolitionist ideology through prison systems
SU's Anthropology Dept hosted Justin Helepololei, who discussed prison abolition and rethinking justice systems as part of a speaker series. Read more »
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What to know about Trump’s ICE orders
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Jan. 20 as part of larger illegal immigration mitigation efforts. Read more »
DPS identifies person responsible for Walnut Ave. bias incident
SU's Dept of Public Safety issued citations and a trespass notice to a person who shouted a racial slur on Walnut Avenue. Read more »
Explaining lake-effect snow ahead of CNY's latest storm
Syracuse is expecting heavy lake effect snow, a localized weather phenomenon caused by cold air moving over warmer lake waters. Read more »
Trump’s financial aid freeze blocked by D.C. federal judge
A federal judge blocked President Trump’s Monday night order temporarily pausing all loans, grants and other financial assistance. Read more »
SA discusses improving the adaptation of textbooks for students
Student Association discussed strategies to improve textbook adoption processes and make course materials more affordable for students. Read more »
SU to host cultural events for Black History Month
To celebrate Black History Month, groups such as Syracuse University’s BIPOC Student success program will host various events. Read more »
Hochul reveals free tuition plan for students entering microchip industry
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed a $47 million plan offering free tuition to community college students entering the microchip industry. Read more »
Dead body found in Irving Garage
A dead body was found in Syracuse University's Irving Garage on Monday. The person was not affiliated with SU. Read more »
Syracuse University hosts 40th annual MLK Celebration dinner
A sold-out crowd gathered in the JMA Wireless Dome to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and recognize SU’s Unsung Hero award winners. Read more »
Student Association looks to improve allocation processes in spring semester
The Student Association raised the activity fee and launched the Lending Closet Initiative to address challenges from overallocation. Read more »
Valerie Goldstein, SU graduate, remembered for 'unstoppable' drive
Valerie, a 2024 SU graduate, and her family died on Christmas Day as a result of a carbon monoxide leak in their New Hampshire vacation home. Read more »
Syracuse community reacts to Israel-Hamas war ceasefire agreement
As the Israel-Hamas war comes to an end, people across the Syracuse community celebrated the deal and called on lawmakers to maintain peace. Read more »
USen discusses 2025 fiscal budget, Trump’s executive orders at 1st meeting of semester
Syracuse University Senate discussed FY2026 budget challenges, Trump’s executive orders, and the success of the Forever Orange campaign. Read more »
President Trump signs nearly 100 executive orders targeting DEI, immigration
President Trump signed nearly 100 executive orders on his first day, including declaring a state of emergency. Read more »
Syracuse organizations launch petition for Good Cause Eviction
The Syracuse Tenants Union advocates for a Good Cause Eviction policy, but the Syracuse Common Council postponed the vote, despite support Read more »
Syracuse Common Council approves street art designs for neighborhood development
The Syracuse City Common Council unanimously approved new art-driven street designs along the 300 block of East Taylor Street. Read more »
Hochul announces $252 billion executive budget for 2025
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul presented her $252 billion executive budget Tuesday, aiming to strike living costs for New Yorkers. Read more »
TikTok ban delayed after President Trump signs executive order
On Jan. 19, TikTok shut down briefly in the U.S. due to a national ban but President Trump signed an executive order for a 75-day extension. Read more »
Syracuse residents protest Trump in MLK Day march
Syracuse residents rallied in a "We Fight Back" protest MLK Jr. Day against President Trump's policies such as immigration and the economy. Read more »
Syracuse University releases updated Liberal Arts Core
SU will launch a revised Liberal Arts Core in fall 2025, designed to prepare students for challenges such as artificial intelligence. Read more »
300 march in 'Our Lives on the Line' women’s rights protest
Over 300 participants rallied for the “Our Lives on the Line” women’s rights march in Syracuse on Saturday. Read more »
U.S., Canada call on IOC to allow Haudenosaunee lacrosse team in 2028 Olympics
The U.S. and Canada released a statement calling on the IOC to add the Haudenosaunee Confederacy to compete in lacrosse at the 2028 Olympics. Read more »
Walsh reflects on time in office during 2025 State of the City Address
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh emphasized economic and environmental initiatives throughout final annual State of the City Address Thursday night. Read more »
