SU's chapter of American Association of University Professors supports grad student unionization
As AAUP members, we seek a work environment that is free of coercion or intimidation. We insist on the same for graduate student workers. Read more »
Letters to the Editor
I have a body with a uterus, and only I should be allowed to choose
To Republican men who believe in access to abortions: you may believe in my right to choose, but your Republican ideals don’t. Read more »
Black Graduate Student Association: A graduate student union is in our best interests
Working at SU, an institution boasting an endowment of over 1 billion dollars, should not mean scraping by paycheck to paycheck, being unable to afford doctor’s visits or having to rely on a community food bank for your next meal. Read more »
Decades-long advocacy of Vera House's Randi Bregman should not be overlooked
SU needs to stay engaged with Vera House, an organization whose value to the community is unquantifiable in that it provides for all people, especially those with disabilities and immigrants. Read more »
Before reacting to the Coker twins controversy, get to know who they were
Jason and Eric Coker’s niece conveys her feelings about the controversy surrounding the antisemitic letters found in SU’s Special Collections Research Center. Read more »
SU and the Remembrance Program need to work harder to move forward
I am frustrated and ashamed by how the program and SU have handled this situation. They have consistently downplayed and overlooked the impact that these antisemetic findings have on the future of Remembrance. Read more »
The SU community shouldn't be quick to judge the Coker twins' legacy
We encourage an open, healing dialogue and plan of action from the Remembrance Scholars and the SU community to find a positive and constructive way forward from this painful moment. Read more »
Scholars speak out against antisemitism found in Pan Am 103 archives
The 2022-2023 Remembrance and Lockerbie Scholar Cohort stands against antisemitism and all other forms of hate and bias. Read more »
There is power in the term Latinx
The Latinx vs Hispanic debate regarding identity is important, because the Latinx/Hispanic community is composed of multiple races, various nationalities, culture and various histories. Read more »
SU isn't giving enough support to war-torn Middle Eastern countries, students
We only hope that SU sheds some hope and support to Middle Eastern students the way they did with Ukrainian students. We all bleed the same color. Read more »
SU needs to be more considerate of its neighbors before launching fireworks
Syracuse University has a reputation of setting off loud fireworks for various events without any forewarning to the surrounding community. Read more »
Healthcare should be a right, not a privilege
It’s clear that healthcare has become a privilege for those who can afford it. Otherwise, it is a burden. Read more »
David Bruen and Adia Santos are the perfect ticket to lead SA
The two of them working together is the perfect mix. Both do their best work when trying to fully understand the needs of students that express their concerns. Read more »
It's important vote for NYPIRG funding to continue SU's work in the community
NYPIRG has also been the pioneer for helping pass important legislative bills like the first mandatory statewide seat belt law passed in New York state, which was possible through voting efforts towards elected officials. Read more »
Schools in Indigenous communities lack proper funding
Due to the severity of damages to infrastructure, an additional $6 million ($2 million per school) should be allocated on an annual basis for maintenance and improvements moving forward. Read more »
The new Title IX law failed my sister. Reform it so it doesn't fail again.
Letter to the Editor | The Title IX law will continue to fail college students like my sister until substantial reforms are made. Read more »
Critiques of Kink 101 reveal a misunderstanding of BDSM
Painting Kink 101 as an embarrassment is wrong. The seminar brings awareness to safe sex education. Read more »
SA president David Bruen responds to wearing an 'I am Black History' shirt
I solemnly hold that truth with me everywhere I go, especially at an event celebrating Black History Month. Read more »
SU's Study Abroad program works hard to prioritize students needs
"In response, Syracuse University staff both here in Syracuse and abroad have been working tirelessly to deliver safe and engaging global programs for students." Read more »
It’s not unpatriotic to remove the Columbus statue
Mayor Walsh ought to move forward with the removal of the Columbus statue. Read more »
Professors must have more of a say in SU’s decision-making about COVID
We demand a commitment to greater transparency and clearer communication from SU administration. Read more »
Students are not to blame for the amount of litter at SU, it’s a policy issue
By coming together and taking action, both in our community and across the state, students can combat the litter problem that so many campuses face. Read more »
SU, SUNY-ESF students’ frequent littering shows lack of respect for environment
I live amongst both SU and SUNY-ESF students, and unfortunately, placing used items in the trash is not a common practice. Read more »
Microaggressions I faced at Juice Jam reflect Islamophobia at SU
Zainab Altuma (Almatwari) describes their encounter with security at Juice Jam and the burdens they face at SU as a Hijabi Muslim. Read more »
