University Union to host weekly Netflix Parties
University Union will host Netflix Parties featuring films such as “Perks of Being a Wallflower,” “The Hangover” and “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” Read more »
Coronavirus
Syracuse Stage postpones performances, annual Cold Read Festival
Productions of “Once” and “Yoga Play” have been pushed back, as well as the annual Cold Read Festival. Read more »
New York state extends social distancing until May 15
New York state has reported 606 deaths from the virus since Wednesday, its lowest number in the past 10 days. Read more »
SU to consider different scenarios for fall 2020 classes
Decisions about resuming on-campus classes will be based on guidance from local and state health officials, as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read more »
How coronavirus spread through Onondaga County in one month
The number of recoveries from COVID-19 now stands at 273. Read more »
Student organizations cancel events, find online alternatives
Students involved in registered organizations told The Daily Orange that they’re disappointed in the change in plans, but they understand the university’s decision to move courses online and are happy about the memories they made while on campus. Read more »
Onondaga County confirms 12th coronavirus-related death
As the county continues to practice social distancing, demands for COVID-19 testing will slowly diminish. Read more »
Chinese SU students return home, forced to stay in quarantine
For several Chinese students at SU, returning home involved frequent in-flight health screenings and mandatory quarantines in hotels. Read more »
Onondaga County confirms 17 more cases of coronavirus
The Syracuse Police Department will continue to respond to complaints of individuals and businesses violating social distancing guidelines. Read more »
New York sees decrease in hospitalizations from coronavirus
New York state is developing an economic reopening strategy with seven other states in the region, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Read more »
Onondaga County confirms over 500 coronavirus cases, 2 more deaths
The number of active cases in Onondaga County has begun to plateau, while the number of recovered cases continues to rise. Read more »
SU to award degrees virtually to the Class of 2020
The university has postponed this year’s on-campus Commencement ceremony to the fall 2020 semester due to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more »
Coronavirus death toll in New York surpasses 10,000
New York’s coronavirus death toll passed 10,000 Monday, but there are signs that the worst of the virus may be over, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. Read more »
9th patient in Onondaga County dies of coronavirus, 5th this week
Onondaga County has confirmed 25 cases of the virus since Friday, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 481. Read more »
49 people currently hospitalized due to coronavirus, 8th person dies
The patient was a man in his late 60s with underlying medical conditions. Read more »
New York expands food assistance for low-income households
New York state has seen its lowest number of patients admitted to intensive care units since the coronavirus pandemic began. Read more »
Onondaga County confirms 7th death, 20 new coronavirus cases
There are now 43 individuals in Onondaga County hospitalized with COVID-19, an increase of 2 since yesterday. Read more »
New York coronavirus hospitalization rate drops, death rate increases
Although the number of deaths is increasing, the state has reported 200 hospitalizations since Wednesday, its lowest number to date. Read more »
SU to offer online textbook buyback, expand city food delivery
SU is partnering with Grubhub to expand food and grocery delivery services for students still in Syracuse. Read more »
Student groups continue Passover celebrations online
Although SU Hillel will not be hosting a virtual Seder, Rabbi Joel Goldstein hosted an informational session for students before spring break where he discussed the meaning of Passover and the different symbols related to the holiday. Read more »
New York begins to flatten coronavirus curve
Though the number of confirmed cases and deaths has risen, the virus’ curve is leveling off, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. Read more »
Class of 2020 will have Commencement in Carrier Dome this fall
SU will hold its 2020 Commencement in the Dome come fall. The ceremony, originally scheduled for May, was cancelled due to the coronavirus. Read more »
Students with disabilities face obstacles taking virtual classes
Restructuring courses to be accessible for students with disabilities can seem daunting, SU students and staff said. But instructors, they said, need to make sure it happens. Read more »
SU students adjust to social environments in their hometowns
SU students are facing varying restrictions on their mobility and are adjusting to living in new environments. Read more »
