Writer: Richard Perrins
Gov. Kathy Hochul praises Class of 2020 graduates for their endurance during pandemic
Hochul, who graduated from SU in 1980, said her time at SU had a “profound influence” on both her rise to the position of governor and the person she became on that journey. Read More »
None of SU's COVID-19 cases can be definitively linked to classroom exposure
Non-academic activities and communal living situations have been found to be the primary drivers of transmission, said Mike Haynie, vice chancellor for strategic initiatives and innovation, in a campus-wide email. Read More »
SU approves Graduate School's proposal to allocate $1.5 million for graduate student support
The Graduate Student Organization received $1.5 million in funding for graduate student support after their proposal was approved by Syracuse University chancellor and Office of the Provost. Read More »
SU calls out students for disobeying COVID-19 guidelines
In the email, Hradsky said that the sacrifices of the last 18 months do not mean that students can disregard community standards, and he encouraged students to continue to do their part. Read More »
Federal DACA ruling creates roadblocks for undocumented immigrants in Syracuse
The USCIS cannot accept new initial requests for DACA protection after a federal district court in Texas issued an injunction in July, leaving an uncertain future for undocumented immigrants. Read More »
Common Council appropriates federal funds to provide training for unemployed residents
The Council appropriated funds from the American Rescue Plan act to recruit unemployed Syracuse residents for specialized training and apprenticeship programs as well as for police cameras. Read More »
Members of 200+ organizations greet students in person at Involvement Fair
Over 200 organizations were allowed to recruit first-year and sophomore students at an in-person involvement fair. Read More »
Behavioral health organizations form collective to improve services in CNY
The founding members will have services in areas such as substance use, mental health, developmental disabilities and social services. Read More »
SA passes code of accountability, ethical standards for members
The rules included a new point-based accountability system. Members will receive “points” for fulfilling their SA obligations, and unexcused absences will cause them to lose points. Read More »
5 Newhouse faculty members test positive for COVID-19
The four Newhouse faculty members have gone through contact tracing protocols. Read More »
SU tuition increase for 2021-22 year leaves some students feeling frustrated
Syracuse University raised tuition by 3% for the 2021-22 school year despite the pandemic and student concerns. Read More »
#NotAgainSU encourages students, faculty to go on strike over in-person classes
#NotAgainSU encouraged students and faculty to strike from in-person classes until an online option is available. Read More »
SU switches to ‘RED’ level of mask-wearing, requires masks indoors
Everyone on campus, regardless of vaccination status or campus alert level, must wear masks on public transit or while visiting any health care facility. This includes the SU Shuttle, the Barnes Center at The Arch and the Kimmel Testing Center. Read More »
CDC, SU encourage extra COVID-19 vaccine dose for immunocompromised people
The guidance is applicable for those who have received the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. Those who have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccines are not yet eligible. Read More »
Cuomo resigns, SU alumna Kathy Hochul to take over as NY governor
Cuomo's resignation comes after months of sexual assault allegations and calls from New York leaders for him to step down. Read More »
Biden extends pause on federal student loan payments to Jan. 31
Biden's extension of the pause applies to federally held loans, which cover about 85% of all federal student loans. Read More »
SU will require masks regardless of vaccination status starting Tuesday
Regardless of vaccination status, all students, faculty, staff and visitors must wear a mask in university buildings. Read More »
CDC recommends vaccinated people wear masks indoors in Onondaga County
The CDC added Onondaga County to its list of counties with substantial COVID-19 transmission rates and recommended residents begin wearing masks indoors. Read More »
2 Black-led organizations sue SPD, city of Syracuse for alleged permit scheme
The case docket names the city, Mayor Ben Walsh, the Syracuse Police Department and SPD Chief Kenton Buckner as defendants. Read More »
DPS investigating anti-Semitic incident near Waverly and University Aves
The occupants of a silver SUV reportedly shouted anti-Semitic language and threw an egg at a group of students Saturday. Read More »
The D.O. answers your questions about SU’s meal plan changes
After Syracuse University made the decision to remove meal swipe options at Schine Student Center and campus convenience stores, The Daily Orange received questions from readers on Instagram. Read More »
Parking and Transportation takes over safety escort shuttle service from DPS
Parking and Transportation Services staff will handle the operation of the program, instead of the Department of Public Safety, following recommendations made in a report by former US Attorney General Loretta Lynch. Read More »
SU elects 7 new members to Board of Trustees
All of the newly elected members are alumni of the university or are connected to the university through family or service. Read More »
NY to launch large-scale renewable energy projects
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on April 22 that the projects will create more than 2,000 jobs and generate renewable energy. Read More »