Plastic Reduction Plan outlines SU's single-use plastic phaseout approach
Syracuse University is in the implementation phase of its Plastic Reduction Plan, an initiative to reduce single use plastics on campus. Read more »
On Campus
SEIU Local 200United rallies for higher pay after rejecting SU contract proposal
The SEIU Local 200United held a rally at 727 Comstock Ave. Monday afternoon after rejecting Syracuse University's raise proposal. Read more »
Newhouse to merge 2 journalism majors into single degree program
Syracuse University will combine its two journalism majors into one bachelor of science program starting in the 2025-2026 academic year. Read more »
SU completes JMA Wireless Dome reseating, other summer construction projects
On-campus summer construction projects completed as the fall semester begins. Some ongoing projects will continue through the semester. Read more »
2025 SU class marshals to prioritize student engagement, on-campus unity
Mark Nzasi and Yifan “Ivan” Shen, 2025 Syracuse University class marshals, intend to increase engagement and a sense of unity on campus. Read more »
SU launches OrangeNow mobile app
Syracuse University has released its new OrangeNow mobile application, a platform that consolidates several SU student experience tools. Read more »
NY state to invest $3M in JMA Wireless Dome renovation
New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Assembly Member William Magnarelli announced Tuesday a $3 million investment to advance the JMA Wireless Dome renovation project. Read more »
SU names new Orange, Milton residence halls in former Sheraton and The Marshall locations
SU's 2 new residence halls, in the former locations of the Sheraton Hotel and The Marshall apartments, will be called Orange Hall and Milton Hall, respectively, the university announced Thursday. Read more »
SU reaches settlement in lawsuit filed by woman sexually assaulted on campus in 2020
Syracuse University has reached a settlement with a woman who was sexually assaulted by Jacob Cohen, a former SU student, in 2020, syracuse.com reported. Read more »
Jeff Hemsley appointed as interim iSchool dean, Andrew Sears steps down
Jeff Hemsley, an associate professor at SU's School of Information Studies, was appointed as the school's interim dean. He began on July 1. Read more »
Lois Agnew appointed as SU interim provost, vice chancellor
SU has appointed Lois Agnew to the interim provost position, an announcement which came days after Gretchen Ritter said she would step down. Read more »
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 »
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 »
SU appoints Terence J. Lau as new College of Law dean
Syracuse University’s College of Law has named Terence J. Lau as dean, according to a Wednesday news release. He will begin in August. Read more »
SU releases 'Syracuse Statement' on academic freedom, free speech
The Syracuse Statement working group released its final document outlining goals for "free expression and free inquiry" at SU Wednesday. Read more »
SU increases tuition, financial aid funding for 2024-25 academic year
Syracuse University increased tuition by 3.9% for full-time students for the 2024-25 academic year, according to its new budget. Read more »
SU to establish on-campus Center for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing with Onondaga County
Syracuse University will create a $20 million Center for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing within its Center for Science and Technology. Read more »
Gaza Solidarity Encampment leaves Quad following meeting with SU admin
The Gaza Solidarity Encampment at Syracuse University has left the Shaw Quadrangle after its first meeting with administrators. Read more »
SU admin responds to Gaza Solidarity Encampment demands
Members of the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at Syracuse University were sent a statement Tuesday morning responding to their "key concerns." Read more »
GSE at SU addresses DPS interactions, discussions with university in live statement
Members of the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at SU read prepared statements on the afternoon of May 10 outside of Hendricks Chapel to discuss encampment members' interactions with DPS and the GSE's communications with the university. Read more »
Man with prior manslaughter conviction arrested at GSE after SU prohibits non-affiliates from encampment
SU confirmed that Eural Warren, who was convicted with manslaughter in 1996, was arrested earlier today after non-affiliates were prohibited from the encampment. Read more »
Student Bar Association leaders express budget concerns, allege unauthorized expenses
The Student Bar Association of Syracuse University's College of Law noticed an increase in spending during the 2023-2024 academic year. Read more »
GSE members refuse to relocate after SU admin requests relocation
SU's Student Experience Division handed members of the encampment a form asking them to relocate due to graduation events starting Thursday. Read more »
5WPR Chairman Ronn Torossian confirmed as parent arrested on quad Sunday
Ronn Torossian, chairman of PR firm 5WPR, confirmed to The D.O. he was the parent arrested at Shaw Quad Sunday. He wrote his detainment came after demanding Chancellor Kent Syverud and DPS Chief Craig Stone meet with the Jewish community. Read more »
