SA Briefs: 3 takeaways from Monday's meeting (March 7)
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University Politics
SU official discusses Orange SUccess with Student Association members
Kal Srinivas, the director for retention in the Office of Academic Programs, visited the Student Association at its Monday night meeting to give a presentation about Orange SUccess, an advising program currently in its pilot stage at SU. Read more »
Charlie Mastoloni and Jessica Brosofsky announce candidacy for Student Association president and vice president
Syracuse University juniors Charlie Mastoloni and Jessica Brosofsky announced their candidacy for Student Association president and vice president, respectively, on Monday. Read more »
Introductory reception held for provost-designate Michele Wheatly
The reception marked the first time Wheatly addressed the campus community publicly. Read more »
Provost-designate Michele Wheatly plans for future of Syracuse University
Michele Wheatly was approved by the Syracuse University Board of Trustees on Friday to be the university's vice chancellor and provost-designate. Wheatly will play a key role in many of SU's initiatives. Read more »
Syracuse University faculty address length of provost search
Faculty members and Syracuse University officials weigh in on the search for the new vice chancellor and provost, who will serve as the university's chief academic officer. Read more »
How a leadership conference at Clemson University influenced change in Syracuse University's Student Association
Several members of Syracuse University's Student Association attended a leadership symposium at Clemson University that influenced SA members to incentivize some of the organization's own initiatives. Read more »
Syracuse University announces Michele Wheatly as vice chancellor and provost
Syracuse University announced Friday that Michele Wheatly will begin her role as the university's next vice chancellor and provost on May 16. Read more »
GSO members vote to approve funds for student organizations
Following contentious debate, Syracuse University's graduate student organization voted to approve funds for several student organizations. Read more »
Why Syracuse University temporarily banned the on-campus use and storage of hoverboards
Syracuse University’s decision to temporarily ban the use and storage of hoverboards on campus was made jointly by the Department of Public Safety, DPS’s Fire and Life Safety staff and the Office of Residence Life staff. Read more »
SA Briefs: 3 takeaways from Monday's meeting (Feb. 29)
The short take on what happened at Student Association's Monday night meeting. Read more »
SA officials discuss sexual assault, work to increase student engagement in the city
SA President Aysha Seedat said at Monday's SA meeting that SU had the highest number of reported sexual assaults compared to other universities with representatives at a symposium in Clemson, which Seedat attended. Read more »
First students announce candidacy for SA president and vice president
Eric Evangelista, the longest serving member of Syracuse University's Student Association, announced his candidacy for SA President alongside his running mate, Joyce LaLonde, who has no previous experience with SA. Read more »
Committee will review Hendricks Chapel for 1st time in more than 30 years
The review of Hendricks’ programs, facilities and finances will help inform the dean search committee about what is needed in a dean for the chapel. Read more »
As advocates lobby to bring Uber to Syracuse, critics express concern over safety and insurance regulations
This spring, Syracuse University Student Association President Aysha Seedat will travel to Albany to lobby in support of Uber, with the intent of bringing it and other ride-hailing services, such as Lyft, to Syracuse. Read more »
SA Briefs: 3 takeaways from Monday's meeting (Feb. 22)
The short take on what happened at Student Association's Monday night meeting. Read more »
Student Association president talks attendance at sporting events, potential for student athletic fee
SA President Aysha Seedat expressed concerns Monday about student attendance at sporting events other than men's basketball. Read more »
Student Association to hold second annual Cuse Conference
SA announced a tentative date for the second annual Cuse Conference. The event consists of administration officials, faculty and students meeting to discuss issues on campus, such as diversity and sexual assault prevention. Read more »
Chancellor Kent Syverud discloses how many SU staffers took the buyout at University Senate meeting
A new report from a group in the Fast Forward Syracuse initiative details eight areas upon which Syracuse University may mold its mission and vision for students in the future. Read more »
Syracuse University, consulting group to conduct review of career services operations
TruMann Consulting and Syracuse University will partner to review the career service centers at SU’s different schools and colleges and the centralized Career Services unit. Read more »
How the Student Association is helping youth students make informed decisions
Syracuse University's Student Association is expanding a program to more schools in the Syracuse City School District to help students make informed decisions when faced with issues such as marijuana usage, peer pressure and contraception. Read more »
Syracuse University becomes 1st large private university to back sexual assault bill
Syracuse University became the first large private university to back The Campus Accountability and Safety Act on Wednesday. Read more »
Syracuse University, SUNY-ESF officials detail services agreement
The agreement was made in part because there was and increase in demand for health, wellness and IT services. Read more »
SA Briefs: 3 takeaways from Monday's meeting (Feb. 15)
The short take on what happened at Student Association's Monday night meeting. Read more »
