Annual DPS report shows rise in vehicle thefts, drop in burglaries
The number of on-campus motor vehicle thefts at Syracuse University almost tripled last year, according to recently-released crime data. Read more »
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Bird Library adds sensory-friendly study rooms
Syracuse University's Bird Library has opened 10 "sensory friendly" study rooms to offer students new ways to help students focus. Read more »
SU to end yearlong Lockerbie Scholarship, proposes immersion program
Syracuse University will not select two Lockerbie Scholars for the 2025-26 year. It has proposed a one-week immersion program in its place. Read more »
USen addresses committee changes, healthcare in 1st monthly meeting
USen merged two committees and created a new one during its first meeting of the semester, sparking discussion about healthcare benefits. Read more »
Citizens urge officials to reject National Grid’s bill rise proposal
Several New Yorkers addressed state Public Service Commission members to offer their perspectives on National Grid’s proposed utility rates. Read more »
Dr. Tej Bhatia concludes 44 years at the forefront of SU linguistics
Bhatia entered his first semester of retirement this fall. His colleagues say they know him best for the joy he brings to the university. Read more »
'I can do anything': TAPS helps under-resourced students pursue the arts
The Arts Project Syracuse provides free arts programming to under-resourced students at Boy's and Girl's Clubs throughout Syracuse. Read more »
Bandier classes explore AI's role in music production
Students in SU’s Bandier Program said they’ve had an increasing number of in-class conversations about artificial intelligence. Read more »
Onondaga County to redraw legislative district maps following court order
The Onondaga County Legislature will redraw its district maps by the 2025 elections, Democratic Minority Leader Christopher Ryan said. Read more »
Black & Banned Books Read-In engages readers with challenged literature
Attendees gathered in Syracuse University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library for the Black & Banned Books Read-In on Tuesday. Read more »
SU ranks 73rd in U.S. News annual college rankings, dropping 6 spots
Syracuse University ranked 73rd among national universities in the U.S. News and World Report's 2025 annual college rankings. Read more »
DPS investigating antisemitic vandalism in Watson Hall bathroom
SU's Department of Public Safety is investigating after a small carving of a swastika was found in a Watson Hall bathroom. Read more »
SA funds cultural events, prepares for elections
Syracuse University's Student Association allocated funds for October's Rip the Runway and Coming Out Day - Chalk the Quad events. Read more »
Common Council committee reviews Syracuse Safer Streets Program progress
Syracuse City Common Council's Public Safety Committee discussed updates to the Syracuse Safer Streets initiative at its Monday meeting. Read more »
Hochul launches Syracuse-centered $200M workforce development program
New York state has launched its ON-RAMP program, a $200 million investment into workforce development centers. Read more »
SA aims to reinstate grocery trolleys, expand feminine product access
Syracuse University's Student Association has announced its schedule of Fall events and projects as it enters the fifth week of the semester. Read more »
Explaining the city of Syracuse’s Housing Strategy
Ahead of the Syracuse Housing Strategies Corp.’s meeting, The Daily Orange has outlined the four parts of the Syracuse Housing Strategy. Read more »
SPD investigating early morning stabbings on Marshall Street, South Crouse Avenue
The Syracuse Police Department is investigating two early Sunday morning stabbings that occurred on Marshall Street and South Crouse Avenue. Read more »
Double Up Food Bucks NYS program combats food insecurity in Syracuse
The Syracuse Downtown Farmers Market is one of several businesses that opted into the Double Up Food Bucks NYS program earlier this summer. Read more »
DOD awards $30 million to New York ‘Microelectronic Commons’ hub
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced a $30 million award to Northeast Regional Defense Technology Hub. Read more »
SU holds 3rd annual veteran Suicide Prevention Education Talk
The 3rd Annual Suicide Prevention Education Talk hosted Mike Waldron, the executive director of 23rd Veteran. Read more »
LHM roundtable discusses issues impacting Hispanic, Latine communities
Syracuse University hosted university professors and administrators for a roundtable discussion on issues impacting Latine communities. Read more »
Micron delays semiconductor plant construction amid environmental concerns
Micron Technology’s semiconductor manufacturing facility in Clay, New York, was delayed due to environmental review drawback. Read more »
Empire State Voices panel addresses Syracuse's childhood poverty crisis
Policy experts called on Syracuse community members to engage in “frank” conversations about the city’s ongoing child poverty crisis. Read more »
