SU Abroad cancels all spring 2021 in-person programs
Students can defer their spring 2021 abroad application and receive priority placement for summer 2021 or the fall 2021 programs without reapplying. Read more »
On Campus
Lawsuit filed over golf cart crash at Drumlins Country Club, owned by SU
The lawsuit alleges that Drumlins and the university were negligent and allowed an employee to recklessly drive a golf cart. Read more »
iSchool joins program to provide students virtual work experience
The Red Hat Academy offers students training and certification programs for using different types of software. Read more »
Students of color proud of Kamala Harris' victory, critical of track record
Some students of color at Syracuse said they were excited to see Harris elected despite concerns about her political track record. Read more »
Indigenous, Jewish, international students continue work on groups' demands
Multiple groups of marginalized students are still working toward progress after they submitted demands, concerns and recommendations to the university. Read more »
Students have mixed feelings about SU's progress since #NotAgainSU protests
While some students of color said the university has made progress in creating a more inclusive environment, others said SU still hasn’t adequately addressed racism and systemic bias. Read more »
SU quarantining some students in South Campus apartments
The university is quarantining students in South Campus apartments, as well as in other locations on and off campus. Read more »
SU will offer free transportation for students traveling to certain cities
The University will provide a free bus ride to cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Boston and Washington D.C. starting Nov. 14. Read more »
Sudden end to in-person classes leaves some students feeling uncertain
Students said they don't know what to expect after the university announced Wednesday that classes would be online for the remainder of the semester. Read more »
Students from hotspot states worry about spreading virus on trip home
Students who are returning to coronavirus hotspot states for winter break plan to follow public health guidelines to avoid bringing the virus home to their families. Read more »
College of Law will use proctoring software despite bias, security concerns
Students and experts allege that the test monitoring software is racist, ableist, transphobic and prone to security breaches. Read more »
Jack Lundin remembered for his writing, positivity and generosity
Lundin was a freshman from Tuckahoe, New York studying magazine, news and digital journalism at Syracuse University. Read more »
Jorge Jimenez’s estate sues Boeheim, SU after fatal 2019 crash
The lawsuit alleges that Boeheim was negligent, driving an SU-owned vehicle at a high rate of speed leading up to the crash. Read more »
SU won’t stream, record in-person classes spring semester
SU will not stream or record in-person classes as it did for the fall 2020 semester. Read more »
SU petitions to modify purpose of scholarship funds to support Falk students
SU filed petitions in court to modify the purpose of four endowment funds, some set aside for the School of Nursing, which closed nearly 14 years ago. Read more »
SA coordinates with SU Libraries to improve textbook affordability
SA is working to expand students’ access to open educational resources and provide more e-books through SU Libraries. Read more »
Students anxiously await final election results the day after polls close
Some Syracuse University students were anxious waiting for elections results to come in. Read more »
Some professors cancel class, adjust plans to reduce Election Day stress
Some professors canceled or adjusted class as votes from this year's election continue to be counted. Read more »
College of Arts and Sciences staff member dies
Michael Brandt was an electronics engineer in the SU chemistry department. Read more »
Chancellor Syverud announces 2020-21 Council on Diversity and Inclusion
The council features representatives from a variety of disciplines and offices at SU. Read more »
SU will hold several events for students to discuss election this week
SU will host a variety of panels, discussions and forums ahead of, during and after the election Tuesday. Read more »
SA works to reinstate Posse Scholarship program for students in Los Angeles
SA is working to reinstate the LA program as part of SU's commitment to enrolling underrepresented students. Read more »
Black Oranges, Maldonado discuss transparency within DPS
The group discussed ways to increase transparency within the department and improve the relationship between DPS and students of color. Read more »
Indigenous students will design art installation to honor Onondaga Nation
The installation will acknowledge SU’s presence on land traditionally belonging to the Onondaga Nation. Read more »
