Clarke Johnson devotes herself to antiracist efforts at SU
Senior Clarke Johnson leaves behind a legacy of awareness, activism and strength through her community involvement at SU. Read more »
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‘Dara’s inner circle versus everybody else’: How Syracuse University marketing turned toxic
Since Dara Royer joined SU, employees have voiced grievances to the university regarding Royer to little to no response. Read more »
3 of Loretta Lynch's 53 recommendations for DPS remain incomplete year after report
DPS has completed 50 of its 53 resolutions created after the publication of Loretta Lynch's report one year ago. Read more »
Students call for transparency in FYS 101, inclusion of #NotAgainSU protests
SU undergraduate students critiqued the stark similarities between SEM 100 and FYS 101 throughout the semester, saying there were little to no changes between the two courses. Read more »
Why these students transferred out of SU
Students transferring out of Syracuse University went around the world, from DePaul University to the University of Manchester. Students said they weren’t satisfied with their experiences at SU. Read more »
#NotAgainSU reflects on 1-year anniversary of Crouse-Hinds occupation
It’s been one year since the start of #NotAgainSU’s occupation of Crouse-Hinds Hall. The organizers of the movement reflect on its impacts. Read more »
DPS Chief Bobby Maldonado to retire in August
Throughout his time at the university, Maldonado has helped DPS strengthen its training programs and policing strategies as well as diversity within the department. Read more »
#NotAgainSU organizers reflect on progress 1 year after protests
While the protests increased awareness about racism at SU, there will likely have to be more movements like #NotAgainSU before real change comes to pass Read more »
Students have mixed feelings about SU's progress since #NotAgainSU protests
While some students of color said the university has made progress in creating a more inclusive environment, others said SU still hasn’t adequately addressed racism and systemic bias. Read more »
SA continues to support #NotAgainSU demands since protests began
Since #NotAgainSU’s occupation of the Barnes Center in November 2019, SA has advocated for the movement. Read more »
BEHIND THE PROTEST: One year after the formation of #NotAgainSU
Friday marks the anniversary of the start of the #NotAgainSU occupation of the Barnes Center at the Arch. The movement was formed in response to SU’s handling of a series of on-campus hate incidents. Read more »
SU's Student Activism Engagement Team discusses goals for semester
SAET includes three deans, three faculty members, three staff members and one student representative. Read more »
Black Oranges, Maldonado discuss transparency within DPS
The group discussed ways to increase transparency within the department and improve the relationship between DPS and students of color. Read more »
LaShan Lovelace hopes to strengthen diversity initiatives, equity at SU
In this new role, LaShan Lovelace will work with SU administrators and staff to create and expand diversity and inclusion initiatives. Read more »
Here's a breakdown of Loretta Lynch investigation, DPS review board
Lynch’s proposed Public Safety Community Review Board will hear, review and recommend actions in response to allegations of misconduct by DPS officers. Read more »
SU expects Loretta Lynch to finish DPS review in December
SU expects Loretta Lynch to complete her review of the Department of Public Safety in December, though details of Lynch’s report may not become public until later. Read more »
Bridget Lawson exhibited selflessness in her work, relationships
Bridget Lawson made an impact in her work with academic services at SU, the Syracuse City School District and her personal relationships. Read more »
Loretta Lynch releases proposed framework on DPS review board
The board will hear appeals from certain DPS findings, review and comment on new DPS policies and publish an annual report that reviews how the department handles issues. Read more »
SA to host student-led focus groups that will make recommendations to DPS
A third-party group will create recommendations for DPS based off of student discussions this week. Read more »
SA leadership discusses plans to support SU's marginalized communities
Hastings and Golden helped facilitate Chancellor Kent Syverud’s signing of commitments that the university made to #NotAgainSU protesters. Read more »
DPS Student of Color Advisory Committee to admit members after disbandment
In the spring 2020 semester, student members of the committee stopped attending meetings and decided to attend the #NotAgainSU protests instead. Read more »
Loretta Lynch to release recommendations on DPS review board in September
Lynch and her team will make recommendations regarding a citizen review board that will oversee allegations of misconduct against DPS. Read more »
SU activist engagement team hopes to support, understand student protesters
SAET will help “connect the dots” between students and the appropriate staff member for addressing their concerns. Read more »
Students, alumni share experiences of racism at SU through Instagram
The two accounts –– @blackatcuse and @bipoc.syracuse –– were created within one day of each other and feature stories about racism at SU. Read more »
