Tamar Greene performance kicks off Malmgren concert series
Broadway star Tamar Greene performs the first show of the Malmgren concert series of year Read more »
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Syracuse police chief seeks community help in diversifying officers
SPD recently recruited a new police class of 33 recruits. This police class is less diverse than the department’s last-recruited class. Read more »
A look back at Frederick Douglass’ influence, appearances in Syracuse
Douglass, who spent most of his life in central New York, grew up enslaved but became a prominent American abolitionist. Read more »
You Op To Know: Student Life columnist discusses marijuana legalization, racial justice
This week, Assistant Editorial Editor Michael Sessa and Student Life columnist Jennifer Bancamper discuss Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s (D) proposed statewide program to address the effects of marijuana-related criminalization. Read more »
Syverud denounces shootings in Pittsburgh, Kentucky
Eleven people were killed in the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh this weekend. Two people were killed in a grocery store in Jeffersontown, Kentucky. Read more »
It’s time to expand our horizons — and borders — when it comes to reflecting on black history
Gender and Sexuality columnist Lianza Reyes discusses the importance of taking a global perspective on Black History Month. Read more »
Panel discusses narratives surrounding terrorism, types of terrorism
Titled "Challenging Narratives of Terrorism," the panel sought to showcase the many faces of terrorism and the different ways it affects people around the world. Read more »
Syracuse University alumnus uncovers foggy history of lynching in South
With a new vision and angle, Lance Warren and Hannah Ayer depict the many ways racial terror has reshaped and partially destroyed black families across the country. Read more »
Ask the Experts: Is Colin Kaepernick right in not standing during the national anthem?
In recent weeks, Colin Kaepernick has been the subject of national celebration and condemnation. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback has chosen to sit during the… Read more »
Donald Trump brings polarizing brand of politics to Syracuse campaign stop
Donald Trump talked on Saturday in Syracuse about how he'd make the United States "win" if elected president: improving the job market, trade and the military. Read more »
Study shows black college students are more likely to pursue lower-paying majors
The study analyzed 137 detailed majors, the number of black students represented in the majors and the median earnings for black students in each major with a bachelor’s degree. Read more »
Exhibition of racist memorabilia premieres at ArtRage Gallery
Bill Berry Jr. has been collecting racist memorabilia since the 1970s. On Feb. 6th, his collection appeared as an exhibition at The ArtRage Gallery called "BLACKOUT: Through the Veiled Eyes of Others.” Read more »
SU NAACP chapter aims to increase involvement with other campus organizations
The Syracuse University chapter of the NAACP has high hopes and a goal-oriented attitude for this academic year after its return to campus just a… Read more »
SU team studies alcohol's effects on African American students
Growing up in Brooklyn, Jessica Desalu began to notice trends of drug and alcohol use in her community and wanted to do something about it.… Read more »
