What SU students are rocking this Halloween
Syracuse University students reflect on the inspiration behind their Halloween costumes, from Otto the Orange to the Queen of Hearts. Read more »
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Pre-health advising at SU needs further aid to better support students
At SU, many students experience inconsistencies with their advisors. But those on the pre-health track need better, more personable help in particular given the intensity of their curriculums. Read more »
Visuals artists examine the relationship of art and science in new SU symposium
For the Renée Crown University Honors Program’s inaugural symposium titled “The Value of Beauty and Beauty in Science,” philosopher Angela Breitenbach and artist Suzanne Anker stopped by SU to discuss topics surrounding science, art and beauty. Read more »
SU's BioInspired Institute brings interdisciplinary approach to cutting-edge tech
Through interdisciplinary thinking and collaboration, Syracuse University’s BioInspired Institute has created animal-inspired robots. Read more »
What the Board of Trustees' undergraduate representative hopes to achieve
Amaar Asif, the undergraduate student representative for the Board of Trustees, said that he hopes to bridge the gap of communication between students and the Board. Read more »
Making last-minute changes to your schedule? Here are some class recommendations
SU has open seats in classes on several topics, ranging from ethical food consumption to the history and meaning of games. Read more »
'A friend to anyone': Sarah Riddle remembered for her compassion, dedication
Loved ones remember Sarah Riddle, who was an SU senior, for her unmatchable compassion, sense of humor and desire to make a difference. Read more »
STEM dominates SU leadership and research, professors say
At SU, scientists occupy most of the university's top research positions. Some professors say that needs to change. Read more »
Kevin Brennan: Orientation leader uses passion for helping others to shape future
Kevin Brennan’s has used to his multi-participation at organizations in Syracuse University to help others as it has also shaped his career aspirations. Read more »
SUNY-ESF’s governing body calls for final exam policy to help students
The Student Life Committee of Academic Governance called for a policy stating a student’s right to taking no more than two exams a day during finals week. Read more »
Ryan Patel: Tour guide decides no better place to give back than on SU campus
The junior is usually donning orange gear and sharing his love for the university with tour groups. Read more »
SU students continue the dialogue ahead of World Autism Awareness Day
World Autism Awareness Day is celebrated on April 2, and SU students are working to increase autism awareness through events like a 5K walk. Read more »
Discovery students adjust to life at SU after spending 1st semester abroad
Fifty Syracuse University freshmen studied abroad through the Discovery Program in Florence, Italy; Strasbourg, France; and Madrid, Spain. Read more »
Biology professor to study climate change in Great Smoky Mountains
Jason Fridley, who works in the College of Arts and Sciences at Syracuse University, was recently awarded funding for his work by the National Parks Service. Read more »
Syracuse University officials push to support graduate student research
Several professors said graduate students are key to the university’s standing as a major research college. Read more »
Snow got you down? Check out some ways to combat the winter blues.
Syracuse is notorious for its long, blistery winters. Sex & Health columnist Caroline Maguire explores the weather's effect on mental health. Read more »
Football player’s Lil Uzi Vert-inspired extra credit assignment on cell division goes viral
Julien Turner created a biology-themed music video that has amassed more than 850,000 views on YouTube. Read more »
SUNY-ESF shouldn’t lose its momentum on gender-neutral, disability-friendly bathroom updates
The Daily Orange Editorial Board discusses why SUNY-ESF needs to address its unsafe and unfair bathroom situation this summer. Read more »
Michele Wheatly’s proposed STEM focus divides SU faculty
Vice Chancellor and Provost Michele Wheatly proposed to create “a university-wide STEM branding strategy” that would make SU “a leading model for contemporary STEM education." Read more »
All eyes are on the red-tailed hawks nesting on Lyman Hall
Syracuse Hawk Chatters is a group of bird watchers that gather both on campus and Facebook to share their passion for red-tailed hawks. Read more »
Angie Pati, a double major and triple minor, really is the girl who does it all
Angie Pati is determined to save the world. With the ample resources SU provides, she is already halfway there. Read more »
Freshman's family experiences influence her love of forensic science
Freshman Nicole Della Fera was influenced by some of her experiences with family members, including her uncle, to pursue a career in law enforcement, studying both forensic science and biology at Syracuse University. Read more »
Emory University professor amps up office hours through running
A professor of biology at Emory University goes on three-to-four mile runs with students every week for his "active" office hours. Read more »
Bone to pick: Student works with 100-year-old samples from the Smithsonian
Soleil Young, a senior biology and anthropology major, has immersed herself into the archaeological study of human bones over a century year old. Read more »
