DPS investigating bias incident in Ernie Davis Dining Hall
DPS received a report that a student made offensive comments with “racial undertones” to another student, according the department. Read more »
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Andrea-Rose Oates claims Unsung Hero Award for nonprofit ‘Girlz Rize’
Andrea-Rose Oates, SU junior, received the Unsung Hero Award honoring her community service and advocacy for girls' education. Read more »
Hochul recognizes February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Gov. Kathy Hochul declared February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, with February 11 marked by landmarks lit in orange. Read more »
U.S. Justice Department suing multiple state officials for immigration policies
The U.S. Justice Dept is suing New York state over policies that protect undocumented immigrants and block Trump’s deportation agenda. Read more »
Families for Lead Freedom calls for lead state of emergency
Families for Lead Freedom Now is urging a state of emergency in Syracuse over inaccurate lead water testing. Read more »
Hamas announces Israeli hostage release delay
Israeli Prime Minister gave Hamas an ultimatum threatening to resume fighting if the Israeli hostages are not returned by Saturday afternoon. Read more »
National Action Network holds rally against racism following Rudd's comments
The National Action Network held a rally denouncing racism after Mayoral Candidate Tim Rudd’s racist remarks against Deputy Mayor Sharon Owens. Read more »
Trump’s Department of Efficiency plans to cut over $880 million from DOEd
President Trump’s Dept of Government Efficiency is cutting over $880 million from the DOEd, sparking concerns about the impact on students. Read more »
SA proposes bylaw to create Review Board Committee
SU's Student Association proposed a new bylaw to create a Review Board Committee to ensure fiscal transparency. Read more »
Blueprint 15 suspends development of Child Rising Center after missing funding deadlines
The Syracuse-based nonprofit has suspended its development of the Child Rising Center after failing to meet several funding deadlines. Read more »
Syracuse City Auditor report details key city programs, organizations receiving federal funding
Syracuse City Auditor Alexander Marion put together a report that details the programs and organizations receiving federal funding. Read more »
CNY Solidarity Coalition discusses Trump's policies at February meeting
The CNY Solidarity Coalition’s monthly meeting discussed the Trump administration’s handling of immigrant rights and voter suppression. Read more »
Mayoral candidate Tim Rudd faces backlash for racist comments, Republican party challenges
Tim Rudd, Syracuse's budget director, announced his 2025 mayoral bid as a Republican, despite controversy and his history as a Democrat. Read more »
NY Sen. Gillibrand responds to Trump's planned executive order for terminating DOEd
Following Trump’s plans to eliminate the Department of Education, NY Sen. Gillibrand said she'll do everything in her power to protect it. Read more »
USen addresses immigration policies, federal budget freezing, DEI programs
Faculty and community members raised concerns about national issues impacting SU’s campus. This photo is from an earlier meeting. Read more »
After 4 decades, Marshall Street's J. Michael Shoes bought by StreeTgame
After four decades of family ownership, J. Michael Shoes on Marshall Street changes ownership to StreeTgame, remembering its local charm. Read more »
‘OUR GAME’: Haudenosaunee push for IOC special approval to compete in lacrosse at 2028 Olympics
With lacrosse featured in the 2028 LA Olympics, the sport’s creators — the Haudenosaunee Confederacy — are still fighting to participate. Read more »
Interfaith America founder Eboo Patel discusses religious diversity, democracy
On Tuesday night, Dr. Eboo Patel spoke at SU about religious diversity and building connections to promote inclusion and change. Read more »
'Dangerous precedent': SU professors petition after deans' override of faculty vote on new A&S curriculum
Faculty members are urging Deans Mortazavi and Van Slyke to work collaboratively with the Curriculum Committee to revise and delay the implementation of the new Liberal Arts Core by one year. Read more »
Schumer urges DHS to reinstate Aviation Security Advisory Committee
Schumer issued a letter on Tuesday urging the Department of Homeland Security to reinstate the Aviation Security Advisory Committee. Read more »
President Trump’s freeze on federally funded school programs remains blocked
Chancellor Kent Syverud addressed concerns about President Trump’s freeze on federally funded school programs. Read more »
SA passes ICE Resources Bill in response to Trump administration
SA passed a bill to distribute red cards outlining immigration rights to help students during increased ICE raids, followingTrump's orders. Read more »
Common Council grants $10 million for East Adams transformation project
Syracuse City Common Council unanimously approved a $10 million grant for the East Adams Neighborhood Transformation Project. Read more »
Hochul signs legislation to protect abortion, reproductive rights
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation allowing abortion providers to use the name of their practice instead of their personal name. Read more »
