SU to offer black feminist politics course next year
Political scientist, activist and Teen Vogue columnist Jenn M. Jackson has announced that she will teach a course in black feminist politics at Syracuse University next year. Read more »
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Students voice concerns over Ackerman Avenue assault at Monday forum
Syracuse University students called on administration and the Department of Public Safety to increase transparency surrounding issues of violence on and around campus. Read more »
Eric Darnell Pritchard delivers OMA’s annual Black History Month Commemorative Lecture
Eric Darnell Pritchard, an associate professor of English at the University at Buffalo, delivered the Office of Multicultural Affairs’ annual Black History Month Commemorative Lecture in Schine Student Center Wednesday evening. Read more »
Video: SA responds to Ackerman Avenue assault
In its meeting Monday night, Student Association discussed DPS’ response to the assault on Ackerman Avenue reported early Saturday. Read more »
Our reader: DPS has responsibility to inform SU community about Ackerman Avenue assault
Our reader believes that the Department of Public Safety has a responsibility to inform the Syracuse University about the early Saturday assault. Read more »
In striving for diversity, Keith Alford urges room-for-all approach
Syracuse’s interim chief diversity chief provides a simple guideline for creating inclusive and diverse environments for all: Read more »
5 ZIP codes in Syracuse are among most economically distressed in US
According to a national report, five ZIP codes in Syracuse ranked 90 or above in levels of economic distress on a 0-100 scale over a five-year period. Read more »
Students, facilitators say SU’s new 1st-year forum failed to address issues of diversity, inclusion
SEM 100 only scratched the surface of important topics related to race and identity, students and faculty involved in the course said. Read more »
WILL YOU ACCEPT THIS CLASS?: Let these iconic Bachelor stars help pick your courses for the upcoming semester
If you haven't found the one yet, check out these classes before Myslice registration opens. Read more »
4 news stories you missed during Family Weekend
From local politics to campus speakers, these are four of the biggest stories to catch up on from the weekend. Read more »
Professors discuss social media’s impact on activism at SU lecture
Tuesday’s lecture featured an associate professor of communication studies, an assistant professor of religion and a professor of strategic, legal and management communications. Read more »
Nicole Sealey talks unfinished poems, writing process in Q&A at SU
The writer began the Raymond Carver Reading Series at HBC Crouse Gifford Auditorium on Wednesday afternoon. Read more »
Remembering the legacy of Aretha Franklin
Music columnist Jalen Nash reflects on Aretha Franklin’s lifetime of influence on music, women’s empowerment and civil rights activism. Here’s just some of what she left behind. Read more »
Former Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner announces bid for New York governor
The two-time Syracuse mayor will challenge incumbent Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the November election. Read more »
Kathrine Switzer recalls marathon barriers, pushes for inclusion in 2018 commencement address
Switzer drew parallels between her athletic career and helping others find their talent at the ceremony, encouraging graduates to look everywhere for inspiration. Read more »
Chris Forster: Professor uses literature to inspire curiosity in SU students
Throughout his life, the English and textual studies professor has managed to combine his passions of literature and technology, which he brought to SU in 2012. Read more »
Here’s the reason Strong Hearts named its milkshakes after environmental activists
The co-owners of Strong Hearts set out to start a dialogue about social and environmental injustice when they named their shakes, but some customers didn’t get the translation. Read more »
SU junior organizes ‘You Otto Run’ 5K to benefit refugee community
Organizer Valentino King hopes the Saturday event will be successful enough to continue after his time at SU. Read more »
There's officially 1 month left until the end of the semester. Here's how to get it started.
Check out events in and around Syracuse that are happening this weekend. Read more »
1st public forum held for LGBT Resource Center director search
Khristian Kemp-Delisser is currently Colgate University’s assistant dean and director of LGBT initiatives. Read more »
ArtRage Gallery to present performance art showcase ‘NOT NORMAL: Art in the Age of Trump’
This weekend, community members can experience performance art pieces responding to President Donald Trump’s first year in office. Read more »
Earlham College tries to find the positives in a 4-year losing streak
In 2015, the team's head coach, Nick Johnson, won a coach of the year award even though the Quakers finished 0-10. Read more »
A Syracuse University diversity and inclusion group has completed more than 15 plans since 2016
The Council on Diversity and Inclusion established Indigenous Peoples’ Day and successfully applied for grants to improve retention among historically underrepresented student groups. Read more »
From Smallpools to Diplo’s diverse music, Juice Jam did not disappoint
Juice Jam 2017’s lineup filled the stages at Skytop. The event was filled with crowd surfers, confetti and Pokemon. Read more »
