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 »
On Campus
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
SFD, SU services respond to small roof fire at Hinds Hall
Hinds Hall has reopened after SFD and SU safety services responded to a small roof fire on Tuesday morning. Read more »
Health Policy Lecture discusses COVID-19 impact
Dr. Eric Klinenberg discussed his book, a “social autopsy” of the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, at Syracuse University's Eggers Hall. Read more »
Esports major kicks off first semester at SU
Syracuse University Esports Communications and Management students have begun their first semester pursuing the new major. Read more »
Planned Parenthood Generation Action to increase outreach ahead of 2024 general election
SU's Planned Parenthood Generation Action club advocates for reproductive health care rights across campus. Read more »
SU’s iSchool announces new AI graduate program
Syracuse University's School of Information Studies announced a new AI graduate program. The program will launch in fall 2025. Read more »
SU drops 20 spots in WSJ ‘Best Colleges’ list, 8 in Forbes rankings
Syracuse University's rankings dropped in both Wall Street Journal's 2025 Best Colleges in the U.S. list. and Forbes' America's Top Colleges. Read more »
SEIU members at SU ratify contract with administration
Syracuse University workers in Service Employees International Union Local 200United voted to ratify a contract agreement with SU. Read more »
GSO holds first general body meeting, fills vacant positions
GSO filled nine vacant positions, including three out of its seven remaining University Senate seats, during its first general body meeting. Read more »
SU adjusts Ostrom Avenue dorm proposal, excludes 727 Comstock Ave.
Syracuse University has adjusted its dorm proposal to avoid the demolition of 727 Comstock Ave., a 119-year-old former fraternity house. Read more »
SU workers in SEIU 200United union reach tentative contract agreement with university
Syracuse University facilities workers in Service Employees International Union Local 200United reached a tentative agreement with SU. Read more »
Students Supporting Israel at SU holds vigil to honor deaths of 6 Israeli hostages
Around 40 community members met at the Syracuse University Chabad Jewish Student Center for a Sunday vigil in memory of six Israeli hostages. Read more »
Newhouse students share mixed reactions to BDJ, MND merger
While current MND and BDJ students will not be impacted by this change, SU students expressed a range of reactions surrounding the decision. Read more »
GSO executive board encourages applications to open university senator positions
Syracuse University's Graduate Student Organization held its annual town hall to open the 2024-25 academic year on Wednesday. Read more »
Plastic Reduction Plan outlines SU's single-use plastic phaseout approach
Syracuse University is in the implementation phase of its Plastic Reduction Plan, an initiative to reduce single use plastics on campus. Read more »
