SU clinical psychology Ph.D. student dies
Nicole Ellerbeck was studying for a Ph.D. in clinical psychology at SU's College of Arts and Sciences. Read more »
Writer archives: Dominic Chiappone
SCOTUS outlaws affirmative action admissions policies in joint decision for 2 cases
The Supreme Court ruled to overturn affirmative action, a policy that allows colleges and universities to consider race in admissions processes. Read more »
DPS identifies juveniles who used anti-Asian language near Marshall St.
The individuals were not affiliated with the university, DPS confirmed in the bias incident report. Read more »
NYC files lawsuit against Onondaga County for refusing asylum seekers
The lawsuit, filed Wednesday by New York City, names Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon and other state county officials for refusal to accept asylum seekers. Read more »
DPS identifies suspect targeting SU students with racist, sexist messages over Snapchat
DPS received screenshots on Tuesday via STOP Bias showing a Snapchat user targeting students based on race, gender and sexual orientation in a group chat. Read more »
NYC to comply with ruling barring migrants from being housed in Onondaga County
Judge Robert Antonacci issued two executive orders on Tuesday blocking migrants from New York City from hotels and other properties in Onondaga County. Read more »
Supreme Court rulings to keep an eye on this summer
The Supreme Court will soon issue rulings on cases which could directly impact Syracuse University, including a potential overturning of affirmative action. Read more »
DPS improves burglary rates, wave of bias incidents sparks transparency concerns
Crime on South Campus and near the university community sharply fell, but concerns remain over transparency in bias incident reporting amid recent cases. Read more »
YWCA hosts fifth annual “Walk to End Racism” in Syracuse
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh and Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon joined alongside other community residents for the fifth annual walk. Read more »
Syracuse forum announces new air quality monitoring projects in anticipation of I-81 demolition
A collaboration effort between different members of the Syracuse community hopes to install sensors to track air quality near I-81 and around the city. Read more »
University Senate passes resolution calling for DPS to rework bias reporting system
Following concerns regarding DPS’s bias reporting process, University Senate passed a resolution to increase transparency in the department. Read more »
LEGAL PARADISE: In Ithaca, the 1st legal operational dispensary in CNY hopes to educate customers
Return to: 4/20 Guide 2023 James Williams said he finally found his “paradise” after the William Jane recreational dispensary in Ithaca opened on March 16.… Read more »
State legislators introduce bills to combat 'swatting' amid NYS uptick in cases
Several state lawmakers introduced legislation to increase penalties for a person who commits a swatting following a rise in cases across New York state. Read more »
Former College of Arts and Sciences interim dean to serve as new provost for academic affairs
In her new role, Lois Agnew will assist Syracuse University Vice Chancellor, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Gretchen Ritter in supporting key academic initiatives. Read more »
DPS receives false report of shooting at Maxwell School, 2nd this week
The false report of a shooting at the Maxwell School, which was announced by DPS on Friday, comes amid a rise in 'swatting' cases across New York state. Read more »
SU included in wave of schools targeted in 'swattings' across NYS
In the aftermath of a falsified report of a shooting, Syracuse University joins other state and national institutions dealing with a surge in swatting. Read more »
Delta Tau Delta fraternity to return in fall 2023 following multi-year suspension
The vice president of membership for the national fraternity will visit Syracuse University on Wednesday as Delta Tau Delta's return looms. Read more »
Here's a timeline of DPS' response to Sunday's false on-campus shooting report
Following a false report of a shooting at Syracuse University Sunday night, here is how Syracuse Police and the Department of Public Safety responded. Read more »
Campus active shooter report false, DPS confirms
DPS confirmed that a Sunday night report of an on-campus shooting was false. Read more »
Expect disruptions to trolley, shuttle services, SU PTS says
Delays in Syracuse University's trolley system are expected by SU's Office of Parking and Transportation Services due to a continued shortage in drivers. Read more »
Conservative activist, author Yeonmi Park speaks at Shaffer Art Institute
On Wednesday, Yeonmi Park spoke at “The Fundamentals of Freedom: We Must Fight Against Tyranny" Q&A discussion in the Shaffer Art Building. Read more »
After election, SGEU reflects on journey to recognition, what comes next in bargaining
Following Tuesday's vote, members of SGEU can move forward on negotiations with SU over concerns like pay and benefits. Read more »
SU graduate student workers vote in favor of recognizing SGEU as their union
The election results, which was announced Tuesday, means Syracuse Graduate Employees United can begin bargaining negotiations with Syracuse University. Read more »
William Treloar, Yasmin Nayrouz elected as next SA president, vice president
The Treloar-Nayrouz campaign received 68.34% of the 863 cast votes from SU and SUNY ESF students, defeating Elliot Salas and Brendan Murty. Read more »
