SU officials attribute early spring spike to 'COVID fatigue'
Some SU officials said the early spike in cases this semester is due to students' "COVID-19 fatigue," growing tired of following protocols. Read more »
Writer archives: Kailey Norusis
Despite SU’s top research status, challenges for researchers mount
SU is one of 131 universities that the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has classified as a Research 1 institution. Read more »
SUNY-ESF application numbers rebound following 2019 drop
Application rates for the 2021-22 academic year increased by 13% since 2020, at 2,130 freshman applications, with students still in the process of being admitted. Read more »
In year of COVID-19 challenges, SU employees have worked nonstop
Despite challenges, SU staff members have found some silver linings of working through the pandemic. Read more »
Newhouse doctoral candidate Noah Buntain died Wednesday
Newhouse doctoral candidate Noah Buntain died of liver cancer on Wednesday night. Read more »
Students at parties of 10+ people could face ticket, interim suspension
Those who attend or host off-campus parties that exceed 10 people may receive an appearance ticket from SPD requiring them to appear in Onondaga County Criminal Court. Read more »
Budget constraints prevent creation of LGBTQ studies major at SU
Limited student interest in declaring a minor in LGBT Studies makes it difficult to defend spending money and resources on creating a major. Read more »
Faculty raise concerns about SU's COVID-19 response, workload at forum
Some professors worry that they will have to commit to choosing modes of instruction for the fall 2021 semester before knowing what the pandemic will look like then. Read more »
Professors account for students' mental health in spring class design
Though the length of instruction hasn’t changed, some instructors have concerns about how isolation due to COVID-19 and the continued pressure of the 14-week semester may affect students. Read more »
Cafe closures, reduced hours cause concerns among some employees
The university has closed several campus cafes and significantly reduced hours at others as sales drop amid the pandemic. Read more »
SU waives SAT, ACT scores for 2021-22 application cycle
Test cancellations and limited testing capacity due to public health guidelines continue to make it difficult for students to access testing opportunities. Read more »
Ruby Bridges discusses lifelong fight against racism during MLK celebration
Bridges, a civil rights activist and bestselling author, is best-known for being the first Black student to attend the all-white William Frantz Elementary School. Read more »
Syracuse residents express fear, mistrust of police department at forum
Residents of Syracuse's south and east neighborhoods shared experiences of fear and mistrust of the police during a virtual forum. Read more »
Gov. Cuomo tackles COVID-19 vaccine distribution, economic revival in address
Cuomo announced the launch of the state’s Public Health Core, a joint effort by Cornell University and Northwell Hospital to educate and vaccinate residents. Read more »
SU still unsure about Class of 2020 commencement
SU is still unsure of when it will be possible to hold a commencement ceremony for the class of 2020 but intends to eventually do so. Read more »
SUNY-ESF expects to delay spring semester to Feb. 8
The delay will allow SUNY-ESF's spring semester to coincide with Syracuse University's. Read more »
SU extends remote working for staff and faculty indefinitely
Due to the continued prevalence of COVID-19 cases throughout Onondaga County and across the United States, SU advised deans and other leaders to direct their respective staffs to work from home if their jobs do not require “a physical presence on campus.” Read more »
COVID-19 testing to be required every 7 days for students in spring semester
SU will expand its contact tracing team from 30 to 50 workers and test results will be ready within 24 and 36 hours. Read more »
19% of students sexually assaulted while at SU, survey says
A survey released by SU on Thursday shows that about 19% of students say they have been sexually assaulted while at SU. Read more »
SA proposes trial program with mental health organization that offers 24/7 support
My Student Support Program, an app SA leaders first discussed in September, offers college students fitness lessons, health assessments and 24/7 mental health support. Read more »
Chancellor Syverud cautiously optimistic about return to campus in spring
SU will continue working with local and state health authorities to ensure a return to campus is safe. Read more »
SA will present recommendations for DPS reform spring 2021
SA held a series of nine student-led focus groups about DPS throughout October for students to share their concerns about the department Read more »
SA continues to support #NotAgainSU demands since protests began
Since #NotAgainSU’s occupation of the Barnes Center in November 2019, SA has advocated for the movement. Read more »
SU's Student Activism Engagement Team discusses goals for semester
SAET includes three deans, three faculty members, three staff members and one student representative. Read more »
