Editor's picks: The top news stories of 2024
2024 saw many changes to Syracuse University and the local community. The Daily Orange's news staff compiled the year's most impactful stories. Read more »
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Opinion: SU doesn’t meet student expectations, making rise in tuition unjustified
The university continues to take on these large, financially demanding endeavors to accommodate our number of students, when what they should really be focusing on is the students and facilities it already has. Read more »
Embracing the Orange spirit can lead to a fulfilling SU experience
Getting involved and integrated in our community is difficult as well as daunting, but it is the most integral aspect of the SU experience. Read more »
Lavender Graduation celebrates LGBTQIA+ accomplishments through tradition
The LGBTQ Resource Center celebrated queer Syracuse University students' identities at Lavender Graduation. The center provided them with certificates and cords for graduation. Read more »
SU purchases Hotel Skyler Syracuse
Syracuse University purchased the Hotel Skyler to keep a hotel close to university property after converting the Sheraton Hotel. Read more »
Breaking down second-year SU housing options after Sheraton, 727 S. Crouse Ave. added
SU’s new strategic housing plan comes after a three-year housing review found that students wanted more housing options on North Campus. Read more »
SU’s Sheraton Hotel will house second-year students once converted
Once converted to a dorm this summer, the Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center is set to house primarily second-year students. Read more »
Syracuse University to convert Sheraton into undergrad housing
The Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center will close after spring commencement for construction, and is set to open as a 400-bed residence hall next fall. Read more »
Your questions answered: The D.O.'s advice to the class of 2027
The Daily Orange answered questions that freshmen asked about Syracuse University as they settle into the first couple of weeks. Read more »
Boburmirzo ‘Bob’ Sharipov remembered for his comforting humor, wit
Sharipov's brother, Abdulaziz, described Sharipov's time at SU was the best three years of his life. Read more »
Attendees at RHA community forum discuss dorm safety, student resources
The director of programming for RHA said that the forum is open for everyone to voice their concerns so the RHA can better advocate for students. Read more »
Put on your dancing shoes, competitive spirit at Syracuse events this week
Dancing, drumming and D&D are all events to look forward to around Syracuse and the SU campus this week. Read more »
SA advances menstrual product availability project into phase 2
The second phase of the Student Association’s plan to provide universal access to free menstrual products is experiencing delays, SA members said. Read more »
Meet the volunteers behind Thornden Park’s Mills Rose Garden
With their base just off Syracuse Campus, the Syracuse Rose Society provides a place for volunteers to relax and give back to the community. Read more »
Around 200 SU students relocated due to 'unanticipated' amount of first-year enrollments
SU notified around 200 students assigned to live in DellPlain hall for the 2022-23 school year that they would be relocated in an email Monday. Read more »
Students of SU’s Food Recovery Network donate leftover food to local residents
The Food Recovery Network at Syracuse University and SUNY-ESF aims to engage with local social work groups to limit food waste. Read more »
Law school group helps first-generation law students
The First Generation Law Student Association collaborates with the admissions office at the College of Law to connect with applicants who identify as first-generation law students and want support during the application process. Read more »
SU awarded 2nd STARS Silver rating for recent sustainability efforts
Syracuse University received its second Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating Systems (STARS) Silver Rating for its commitment to increasing sustainability across campus. Read more »
The Marshall, Allyn Innovation Center among SU’s summer construction projects
On April 18, Vice President and Chief Campus Facilities Officer Pete Sala sent a campus-wide email listing construction projects set to start this summer and during the fall 2022 semester. Read more »
SU resident advisers express feelings of being overwhelmed, overworked with duties
In an online survey conducted by The Daily Orange of RAs at SU, 28 of the 49 respondents indicated they are either unsatisfied or extremely unsatisfied with their compensation. Read more »
Families remember SU alumni who died in the Sept. 11 attacks
Thirty SU alumni died in the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Family members of two alumni recounted their stories.. Read more »
‘A safe space’: SU students find community through on-campus organizations
Students said that by participating in affinity groups and on-campus organizations, they can find a sense of belonging despite an unwelcoming campus climate. Read more »
Students adjust to increased COVID-19 protocols amid spike in dorms
SU closed all indoor dining spaces, including Schine Student Center and campus dining halls, on Wednesday after detecting clusters of COVID-19 cases in residence halls. Read more »
SU mandates testing twice a week for main campus students amid cluster
The chancellor encouraged students living in DellPlain, Shaw and Booth halls to exercise “enhanced vigilance.” Read more »
