Gretchen Ritter to step down as SU provost
Gretchen Ritter will step down as Syracuse University’s provost, vice chancellor and chief academic officer, according to an SU News release. Read more »
Falk College
Human Dynamics Task Force created to reimagine departments after Falk restructure
Provost Gretchen Ritter has appointed members to the Human Dynamics Task Force. The task force is charged with the "reimagination" of SU's Human Dynamics departments, following the restructuring of the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics into the Falk College of Sport. Read more »
What Falk College's renaming means, and doesn't mean, for students
David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics Dean Jeremy Jordan answered questions about the recently announced changes to the school. The Daily Orange broke down what the changes to Falk College mean — and don’t mean — for current and incoming students studying human dynamics. Read more »
Over 20 university senators petition for ‘special meeting’ following Falk renaming
Before Syracuse University’s Senate’s final meeting of the semester began Wednesday, 24 senators signed a petition calling for a “special meeting" about the renaming of the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics. At the meeting, Provost Gretchen Ritter also discussed SU's African American Studies department. Read more »
Falk announces new assistant dean Megan Myers
Myers will begin serving as assistant dean in March. She previously worked as director of development for Falk College’s advancement team. Read more »
Craig Stone addresses canceled speaker event, emergency management concerns at forum
Craig Stone said at Tuesday's forum that the Department of Public Safety needs a proper two-week notice before approving events on campus. Read more »
Jeremy Jordan named new dean of Falk College
Jeremy Jordan has been a faculty member for the University of Miami, Mississippi State University and the University of Memphis. His tenure begins September 1. Read more »
“Gymtimidation:” SU students dread exercise because of toxic gym culture
Although the Barnes Center at The Arch offers recreational activities for everyone in the SU community, many people still feel that it is not inclusive enough. Read more »
Falk College graduate student dies
Giles was pursuing a master’s degree in social work through Falk’s online graduate program Read more »
SA, SU’s ADA committee gather information on 10,000 building violations
Though the university has begun some construction plans to make the campus more accessible, many of them are on a smaller scale, and SA and the ADA Committee are seeking short-term and long-term solutions for accessibility concerns. Read more »
What you need to know to prevent monkeypox transmission on campus
Syracuse University and Onondaga County continue to monitor the potential threat monkeypox poses and prepare protocols in the event of a potential outbreak. Read more »
Greek Unity Fest brings together Black sororities and fraternities with step show
The National Pan-Hellenic Council at Syracuse University hosted the annual Greek Unity Fest on April 2. Read more »
SA proceeds with Menstrual Products Initiative, concludes SA bylaws investigation
This investigation concluded a day later after finding the campaign did not violate any SA bylaws. Read more »
SA passes 2 election bills, recognizes Black History Month
SA also announced that the first town hall meeting of the semester will take place on Thursday, Feb. 24. Read more »
SU seniors research benefits of a vegetarian diet
Samantha Jezak and Olivia Templeton have been researching the effects of a vegetarian diet on humans, receiving $6,000 in funding. Read more »
Besides FYS 101, most SU schools, colleges require 1 diversity course to graduate
Inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility make up IDEA, a course requirement for all undergraduate students at SU. Read more »
Behavioral health organizations form collective to improve services in CNY
The founding members will have services in areas such as substance use, mental health, developmental disabilities and social services. Read more »
Making last-minute changes to your schedule? Here are some class recommendations
SU has open seats in classes on several topics, ranging from ethical food consumption to the history and meaning of games. Read more »
It's more than just the honey: SU’s Bee Orange raises environmental awareness
Bee Orange at Syracuse University aims to protect pollinator habitats and increase environmental awareness. Read more »
Falk College to establish memorial fund for late professor Evan Weissman
The Evan Weissman Scholarship Fund will support graduate students in the food studies program and commemorate Weissman, an associate professor of nutrition and food studies. Read more »
SU announces commencement dates for each school, college
The university decided to hold three ceremonies, and all graduating students who registered to participate in a commencement ceremony can bring up to two guests. Read more »
Syracuse health care workers take on mental burden of fighting COVID-19
Medical professionals have spent a year fighting the unknown disease, all while dealing with their own anxiety and stress. Read more »
In year of COVID-19 challenges, SU employees have worked nonstop
Despite challenges, SU staff members have found some silver linings of working through the pandemic. Read more »
SU staff offers virtual cooking classes for students
Meg Lowe and Syeisha Byrd, two SU staff members, are bringing their cooking expertise into the classroom for “Virtual Pantry Cookin’”classes. Read more »
