Election should proceed as if contested
The Board of Elections and Membership chair reported to The Daily Orange that as of Monday only one candidate would be running for Student Association… Read more »
Writer archives: The Daily Orange Editorial Board
Centro should seek funding from tourism to alleviate deficit
The impending cuts to the Central New York Regional Transportation Authority are unacceptable. Central New York has poured money into its tourism industry, but neglected… Read more »
Vigil shows solidarity, fosters tolerance
On Thursday, Student Association in conjunction with the Muslim Student Association and Hendrick’s Chapel will hold a candlelight vigil to honor the lives of the… Read more »
Advisory Board should engage campus
The Division of Student Affairs’ new Student Advisory Board is an original initiative that has charged students with the responsibility of relaying their experiences to… Read more »
Housing open forums hosted too late
The Syracuse University Office of Housing, Meal Plan and ID Card Services is hosting open forums to help students navigate the housing lottery. While these… Read more »
Class cancellation policy must consider subzero temperatures
The extreme cold weather and severe wind chill that are affecting central New York are hazards to the safety of the Syracuse University community. The… Read more »
Fans should go to Duke game despite ban
Despite the self-imposed postseason ban, this weekend’s Syracuse men’s basketball game against Duke still remains one of the biggest matchups of the season. Syracuse fans… Read more »
Syracuse needs help to fix water mains
On Tuesday Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) suggested to Mayor Stephanie Miner that the federal government would likely be able to help Syracuse replace its water… Read more »
Recruiters should use Snapchat cautiously
Last February, the National Collegiate Athletic Association passed a resolution that allowed Snapchat communication between coaches and recruits in a multitude of sports. Using Snapchat… Read more »
OttoTHON needs support for success
OttoTHON is a new dance marathon that is premiering at Syracuse University at the end of this month. Students should get involved and make this… Read more »
Ban will allow SU to move forward
Syracuse University’s self-imposed sanction on the men’s basketball team may not be well received by fans, but is a wise decision for the SU basketball… Read more »
SU needs more open forums on safety
While the public safety forum hosted by the Department of Public Safety at the College of Law was an adequate response to the recent allegations… Read more »
University Lecture will benefit from high profile ‘Serial’ speakers
The high profile “Serial” co-creators coming to Syracuse University next spring as a part of the University Lecture series is a good example of what… Read more »
Dean’s experience will lead to success
The decision to select Karin Ruhlandt to serve as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences will help Syracuse University meet its goal of… Read more »
'Teach In' format will further movement
THE General Body’s “Teach In to Act Out” is a productive and educational way for the organization to advance its message. The two-day event to… Read more »
Chat & Dine’s success relies on student engagement, SA promotion
Syracuse University students should take advantage of Student Association’s newly introduced program, Chat & Dine. This is a universal program all students could benefit to… Read more »
FCC must implement net neutrality
As the Federal Communications Commission gets primed to vote on proposed net neutrality laws next month, The Daily Orange Editorial Board believes the Internet should… Read more »
Billy Joel ticket price cut came too late
The Carrier Dome’s decision to sell discounted student tickets for the Billy Joel concert more than a month after the original tickets went on sale… Read more »
Fairgrounds need indoor spaces to reach maximum potential
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposal to invest in the New York State Fairgrounds and convert them into a year-round tourist attraction will help revitalize central New… Read more »
Funded tuition will benefit students
The Daily Orange Editorial Board unanimously supports President Barack Obama’s proposal to fund two years of education at community colleges and technical schools. In Obama’s… Read more »
Scholarships should compensate players
The National Collegiate Athletic Association’s decision to allow schools to offer Division I athletes full cost-of-attendance scholarships is an appropriate form of compensation for students… Read more »
Fast Forward retreat must narrow focus
As Syracuse University’s Fast Forward undergraduate excellence program embarks on its two-day retreat on Thursday and Friday, the group should focus on improving aspects of… Read more »
Recent traffic changes cause confusion
The recent changes to the traffic patterns around campus have not been effectively communicated to the Syracuse University community. Since their Oct.17 introduction, the floating… Read more »
DPS should focus on preventative efforts
In the past year, the Syracuse University Department of Public Safety installed more security cameras and increased patrol on weekend nights. The university also established… Read more »
