Gresely must use third semester wisely
This marks the third and final semester for Boris Gresely, Student Association president. Given their extra time in office, Gresely and his cabinet should use… Read more »
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SU should realize importance of rankings
After moving to No. 58 on the U.S. News and World Report National University rankings, four spots lower than last year, Syracuse University should make… Read more »
Syracuse University cuts funds in proper areas, needs transparency
Syracuse University made the right decision when choosing to cut funding from 601 Tully. However, the university should have been more transparent with its plans.… Read more »
University should address areas of disconnection between colleges
The disconnect between Syracuse University’s colleges has led to many problems on campus, including inconsistent branding, a redundancy in staffing and an overall lack of… Read more »
Advising services needs improvements, accountability
Advising at Syracuse University needs toimprove, as it is an integral part of the college experience and many students have expressed dissatisfaction with the services.… Read more »
SA administration needs more long-term goals
With Student Association President Boris Gresely’s first semester almost finished, his initiatives have made some progress, but next semester he should look at larger, external… Read more »
Euclid Avenue bike lane proposal requires compromise
Cyclist safety is a major concern along Euclid Avenue, but there must be a compromise between commuters and drivers to reduce the amount of accidents… Read more »
Mental health stigma needs to end, Counseling Center needs expansion
As the rate of students suffering from mental health issues continues to rise nationally, Syracuse University must increase its efforts to meet the needs of… Read more »
University Senate needs more transparency from administration
Unless there is more transparency and information provided to the University Senate Committee on Budget and Fiscal Affairs, progress will remain minimal and these issues… Read more »
Syracuse city schools need third party assistance to improve
Closing Fowler High School, Delaware Academy Elementary School and Hughes Elementary School will only perpetuate the issues surrounding them. Officials should focus on providing more… Read more »
Onondaga Nation deserves legal recognition of former territory
The Onondaga Nation should be able to reclaim recognition of its original territory because it is believed the land was taken away illegally. On Tuesday,… Read more »
Syverud's goals have potential to improve SU with strong vision
Chancellor Kent Syverud’s four main goals for Syracuse University are strong points that will improve the school. During his inauguration speech on Friday, Syverud indicated… Read more »
Online courses should address cheating by adjusting curriculum
As technology improves and more online courses are offered, curriculums should be adapted to new platforms to prevent cheating. By changing the way online courses… Read more »
University Union should address acts potentially in jeopardy
When University Union announced that rapper 2 Chainz would be performing at Syracuse University for Block Party, it should have indicated there would be a… Read more »
Zimride program provides alternative transportation options for students
The Zimride program coming to Syracuse University is a beneficial addition to the campus as it provides more transportation options for students, reduces the community’s… Read more »
Common Council ordinance harms city businesses
The Common Council’s updated certificate-of-use ordinance on businesses will not solve the issues it’s intended to. The ordinance did not solve the issues 11 years… Read more »
Airport kiosk changes hurt local business
Café Kubal’s relocation at Hancock International Airport is an active example of bad business — for the cafe and local businesses in Syracuse. On Tuesday,… Read more »
Creekwalk Commons developers should target other schools
Creekwalk Commons developers should focus on students from universities outside of Syracuse University. The luxury apartment complex offers several benefits, but not enough to justify… Read more »
Pledging culture in greek organizations need change
Sigma Alpha Epsilon ending pledging across all its chapters is a good start to address the issue of hazing and fraternity-related deaths and injuries, but… Read more »
Office of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs needs more transparency
The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs should be more transparent in situations where it exonerates a house where a felony took place, like with… Read more »
Students should participate in protests, activism
Students should be more involved in activism because of the potential it has for change. On Mar. 2, a group of students from Syracuse University… Read more »
SimpsonScarborough survey needs better options for best results
Syracuse University is conducting a campus-wide survey to figure out what the school’s identity and image is, and how it should market itself. Although the… Read more »
Campus should embrace LGBT-friendly fraternity
Delta Lambda Phi, a fraternity for gay, bisexual and progressive men, is planning to return to Syracuse University. Its return will be positive for both… Read more »
Upcoming Connective Corridor phases should improve local businesses
The Connective Corridor has been beneficial in some respects since it started, but has much to improve on during its second and third phases, specifically… Read more »
