SU to spend $1 million annually on new research center
The center will focus on creating opportunities for undergraduates to engage in faculty-guided research and creative endeavors. Read more »
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Schine Student Center renovations to begin in May
Renovations will involve adding seating and dining options to Schine Dining and expanding the central atrium to create a lounge on the main floor. Read more »
SU appoints 1st woman Board of Trustees chair
Kathleen Walters, a business executive, currently serves as vice chair of the Board of Trustees. She will replace Steven Barnes as chair in May 2019. Read more »
SU’s South Asia Center awarded $1.4 million grant
The South Asia Center will use the funds to create study abroad partnerships with community colleges and state universities, and to create a Sustainable South Asia Initiative. Read more »
Voter turnout soars in Onondaga County, matching national trend
More county residents voted in the 2018 midterm elections than in the previous two midterms. Experts said the jump in voter turnout is in response to the Trump administration. Read more »
Democrat Michael Greene wins Common Council special election
Greene defeated Green Party candidate Frank Cetera and Republican Norm Snyder with 70 percent of the vote. Read more »
New Syracuse police chief promises to combat gun violence, increase diversity
Kenton Buckner answered questions from Syracuse residents at a “Meet the Chief Forum” on Sunday. Read more »
Trump administration proposal sparks trans rights rally on Quad
Transgender and gender non-conforming students rallied on Syracuse University’s Quad on Wednesday to protest a plan by the Trump administration to erase federal recognition of transgender identity. Read more »
Katko, Balter discuss gun violence, Trump’s rhetoric in debate
Rep. John Katko (R-Camillus) and Dana Balter are vying for the congressional district that includes Syracuse. Read more »
Katko, Balter respond to questions at NAACP forum
Rep. John Katko (R-Camillus) and his Democratic challenger Dana Balter answered questions ranging from poverty and prison reform to President Donald Trump’s rhetoric. Read more »
SU plans to hire 100 faculty over next 5 years
SU officials have said 20 tenure-track faculty will be hired each year through 2023. Read more »
After shootings, Cuomo to send state police to Syracuse
New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Tuesday that he is sending 10 state trooper patrols and financial assistance to the city. Read more »
More food trucks could appear on streets near SU
City councilor Michael Greene’s proposal would lower license fees and expand available locations for food trucks, including to Walnut Park and the Euclid neighborhood. Read more »
City planning commission approves new Carrier Dome roof
The Syracuse Planning Commission approved SU’s plan to replace the Carrier Dome roof on Tuesday. Read more »
SU professors, students react to Kavanaugh confirmation
Here’s what SU law professors and student political groups said about Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation. Read more »
Students protest Kavanaugh during walkout, demand SU end rape culture
More than 100 people rallied outside Hendricks Chapel on Thursday to protest Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court nomination and sexual assault on campus. Read more »
GSO amends constitution with gender-neutral pronouns
Nick Mason, GSO vice president of internal affairs, went through the constitution and switched uses of “he” and “she” with gender-neutral phrases. Read more »
SU students plan Thursday walkout to protest Kavanaugh, sexual assault
Organizers said they want students to walk out of their classes on Thursday to protest the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, and to bring awareness to issues of sexual assault on campus. Read more »
SU Greek life survey shows students have divided thoughts on fraternities, sororities
The survey results show that Greek life members and non-members are divided on whether fraternities and sororities have a positive impact on SU. Read more »
SU’s College of Arts and Sciences names associate dean of diversity
Kishi Ducre, an African American Studies professor will advocate for underrepresented students, faculty and staff in her new position. She specializes in environmental sociology and justice. Read more »
Expelled student sues SU over handling of Title IX investigation
Syracuse University expelled the student in 2015 after her ex-boyfriend filed a Title IX complaint against her, according to court records. She claims SU damaged her career prospects and reputation as a result of its investigation. Read more »
SU graduate students worried by new student visa restrictions
Graduate students said the new limits on student visas will increase the financial burden on international students and may discourage them from studying in the United States altogether. Read more »
Syracuse poverty rate edges up despite national decrease
The city of Syracuse is one of the top 10 poorest cities in the United States, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Read more »
5 news stories you missed while preparing for Juice Jam
Stories from local and national politics you may have missed over the weekend. Read more »
