Putting professor on leave is a crackdown on free speech
By deciding to put a professor on leave after he used terms for COVID-19 that Syracuse University deems racist, SU is only bowing to the pressure of speech police. Read more »
Fast React
SU must enact real consequences for professor who used racist language
Syracuse University administrators must follow initial action with serious consequences for Professor Jon Zubieta, who used language racist against Chinese students in his class syllabus. Read more »
Fast React: Freshman Quad gathering shows lack of responsibility
Over 100 SU freshmen gathered on the Quad late at night ignoring mask requirements and social distancing. I’m not surprised. Read more »
Fast React: Quad gathering disrespects COVID-19 victims
Over 170,000 Americans have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began. Now over a hundred SU freshmen gathered on the quad without masks, disrespecting the sacrifices we have all made this year. Read more »
SUNY-ESF response to coronavirus not strong enough
Environment columnist Samantha Kolb argues that after SU moved some of its classes to online-only after spring break, SUNY-ESF should follow and better communicate with students. Read more »
SU right to move classes online due to coronavirus
Environmental columnist Harrison Vogt argues that SU is right to move classes online until at least March 30 in response to concerns about the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Read more »
Super Tuesday illustrates Democrats' need to unify
Columnist Rachel Pierce argues that the results on Super Tuesday shows that Democrats need to unify around a single candidate heading into the general election. Read more »
Biden’s triumphs show moderate road for Democrats
Conservative columnist Adrianna San Marco argues that Joe Biden’s Super Tuesday success all but ends the Democratic primary. Read more »
Trump stokes Democratic divide into Super Tuesday
Liberal columnist Sam Bova argues that President Donald Trump has stoked the division in the Democratic party that drives the narratives around Super Tuesday. Read more »
#NotAgainSU wrong to attack SU connection to military
Conservative columnist Adrianna San Marco argues that by attacking SU’s connections to the military and weapons manufacturers, they are only ostracizing veterans on campus Read more »
Misunderstandings from both sides complicate Crouse-Hinds protest
Moderate columnist Dylan Williams claims that misunderstandings caused by social media hyperbole and confusing statements has complicated the #NotAgainSU protest at Crouse-Hinds Hall Read more »
Crouse-Hinds #NotAgainSU protest proves that SU is committed to status quo
Liberal columnist Patrick McCarthy argues that SU administration’s insistence not to accept some of #NotAgainSU’s demands proves that they are not capable of effective leadership Read more »
SU administration should be willing to meet #NotAgainSU demands
Student Life columnist Feryal Nawaz argues that #NotAgainsSU protest, like the occupation of Crouse-Hinds Hall, will continue until SU administration is willing to meet their demands. Read more »
#NotAgainSU protest should not interfere with academics
Conservative columnist Skylar Swart argues that by protesting in a way that interferes with academics, #NotAgainSU is doing more harm for their movement than good Read more »
John Katko makes the obvious decision
Conservative columnist Michael Furnari argues how Rep. John Katko’s decision to endorse President Trump for a second term was an easy one. Read more »
Rep. Katko is a ‘yes man’ to Trump
Liberal columnist Noah Estling argues how Rep. Katko is not the moderate politician he claims to be. Read more »
Katko endorsement is an example of blind partisanship support
Columnist Rachel Piece argues how Representative John Katko’s endorsement of President Trump’s second term is based on partisanship loyalty. Read more »
Katko’s Trump endorsement is based on presidential achievements
Conservative columnist Skylar Swart argues how Representative John Katko’s endorsement of President Trump’s second term is based on merit rather than blind partisanship. Read more »
Diversity and inclusion requires cooperative dialogue
Student Life columnist Amelia Fischer argues how unity among faculty and campus community are necessary toward diversity and inclusion at SU. Read more »
Syverud's Winter address promises positive change
On Monday afternoon Chancellor Syverud held his annual winter address, promising to ensure continual change and progress on campus to create an environment where all… Read more »
Housing policy changes improve campus security
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues that recent changes to SU residence hall policies, including 24/7 security staff, make the campus safer for all students. Read more »
