Editor's picks: The top news stories of 2024
2024 saw many changes to Syracuse University and the local community. The Daily Orange's news staff compiled the year's most impactful stories. Read more »
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Opinion: SU doesn’t meet student expectations, making rise in tuition unjustified
The university continues to take on these large, financially demanding endeavors to accommodate our number of students, when what they should really be focusing on is the students and facilities it already has. Read more »
SU purchases Hotel Skyler Syracuse
Syracuse University purchased the Hotel Skyler to keep a hotel close to university property after converting the Sheraton Hotel. Read more »
Breaking down second-year SU housing options after Sheraton, 727 S. Crouse Ave. added
SU’s new strategic housing plan comes after a three-year housing review found that students wanted more housing options on North Campus. Read more »
Moppn’s Westcott Theater comedy special is 10 years in the making
Moppn brings his special “Ashwagandha” to the stage this Friday at Westcott Theater. The show is a culmination of 10 years of comedy. Read more »
SU’s Sheraton Hotel will house second-year students once converted
Once converted to a dorm this summer, the Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center is set to house primarily second-year students. Read more »
Syracuse University to convert Sheraton into undergrad housing
The Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center will close after spring commencement for construction, and is set to open as a 400-bed residence hall next fall. Read more »
An ode to the glory of freshmen dorms, communal bathroom and all
Take a walk down memory lane to the best parts of living in a freshmen dorm Read more »
Your questions answered: The D.O.'s advice to the class of 2027
The Daily Orange answered questions that freshmen asked about Syracuse University as they settle into the first couple of weeks. Read more »
Welcome Week is only as intimidating as you make it
The most important reminder I repeated to myself was that I wasn’t alone in only knowing a few people — almost everybody in my shoes was trying to be liked and make friends right away. Read more »
Boburmirzo ‘Bob’ Sharipov remembered for his comforting humor, wit
Sharipov's brother, Abdulaziz, described Sharipov's time at SU was the best three years of his life. Read more »
A brutally honest review of every freshman dorm
1000 stairs, constant construction and collective suffering — here are the unofficial rankings of SU freshman dorms. Read more »
Ask Aine: Dating advice from someone who doesn’t date
Our humor columnist offers advice for dating while attending SU. Read more »
Man reportedly shot blocks north of BBB dorm complex
The shooting took place on the 100 block of Dyer Court, syracuse.com reported. According to dispatches within the Syracuse Police Department, the person shot is conscious and breathing. Read more »
SU's reusable green boxes just aren't practical
The reusable to-go boxes concept in dining halls is thoughtful but not practical. In college, practicality outweighs everything. Read more »
SA advances menstrual product availability project into phase 2
The second phase of the Student Association’s plan to provide universal access to free menstrual products is experiencing delays, SA members said. Read more »
Around 200 SU students relocated due to 'unanticipated' amount of first-year enrollments
SU notified around 200 students assigned to live in DellPlain hall for the 2022-23 school year that they would be relocated in an email Monday. Read more »
Students of SU’s Food Recovery Network donate leftover food to local residents
The Food Recovery Network at Syracuse University and SUNY-ESF aims to engage with local social work groups to limit food waste. Read more »
Law school group helps first-generation law students
The First Generation Law Student Association collaborates with the admissions office at the College of Law to connect with applicants who identify as first-generation law students and want support during the application process. Read more »
SU awarded 2nd STARS Silver rating for recent sustainability efforts
Syracuse University received its second Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating Systems (STARS) Silver Rating for its commitment to increasing sustainability across campus. Read more »
The Marshall, Allyn Innovation Center among SU’s summer construction projects
On April 18, Vice President and Chief Campus Facilities Officer Pete Sala sent a campus-wide email listing construction projects set to start this summer and during the fall 2022 semester. Read more »
The history behind the names of SU dorm buildings
Most of SU's dorms are named after successful alumni, past chancellors and those who made large donations to the university. Read more »
Student robbed outside of West Campus Starbucks
The location of the robbery was reported to be in front of the West Campus Starbucks — which is near Brewster, Boland and Brockway halls. Read more »
Judge denies SU's motions to dismiss sexual abuse lawsuits
The two lawsuits allege that SU “knowingly and willingly failed” to conduct proper investigations into credible claims that Mainwaring was abusing young boys in his dorm. Read more »
