Sexual assault culture at Syracuse University, explained
Here is an explanation of the sexual assault culture and resources at Syracuse University. Read more »
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Pino: Top 5 feminist moments at SU in 2015-16 school year
Gender and Sexuality columnist Ivana Pino gives her top five moments that empowered women in the Syracuse University community during the 2015-16 school year. Read more »
How sexual assault on college campuses is reported differently at Syracuse University versus public institutions
Even after Syracuse University adopted in 2015 sexual assault prevention legislation that required it to make changes to its sexual assault policy, it is still unclear as to how many reports of sexual assault have been made by SU students due to the university's status as a private institution. Read more »
Slut Walk to come to SU campus to promote conversation about sexual assault
In order to promote a conversation about rape culture and female empowerment, a Slut Walk will take place at Syracuse University for the first time. Read more »
Pino: Local 'Slut Walk' poses opportunity to shift sexual double standard
Gender and Sexuality columnist Ivana Pino explains the importance of “SlutWalks” as opportunities for women’s empowerment and calls for an end to questioning sexual agency on the basis of gender. Read more »
O'Connor: John Kasich's well-intentioned assault prevention advice twisted by media
Conservative columnist Kyle O’Connor explains how the media ignored Ohio Gov. John Kasich's intentions behind his sexual assault remark due to a bias against Republican politicians. Read more »
Pino: Women’s romantic, sexual decisions should be respected
Gender and Sexuality columnist Ivana Pino explores how narcissism and entitlement play a role in sexual assault and calls on men to respect women’s agency to reject them. Read more »
Jaipuriar: SU students should recognize value of Student Association and vote
Student Life columnist Rashika Jaipuriar calls on the Syracuse University student body to vote in order to have their grievances addressed and their concerns heard. Read more »
Vera House runs initiatives to educate about Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Vera House is running a sticker campaign on the Syracuse University campus and is organizing the Clothesline Project in Destiny USA in order to educate the public on the issue. Read more »
Vice President Joe Biden to give 2016 College of Law commencement speech
Vice President Joe Biden will speak at the Syracuse University College of Law commencement ceremony on May 13. Read more »
DPS crime logs and security reports show a high number of alcohol-related incidents
Crime logs from the Department of Public Safety have shown an increase in the number of alcohol-related incidents at Syracuse University. Read more »
Documentary screening and panel about sexual assault held as part of 'It's On Us' National Week of Action
A screening of the documentary "The Hunting Ground" and a panel about sexual assault was held in Stolkin Auditorium on Monday night as part of Syracuse University's "It's On Us" National Week of Action. Read more »
SU community should consider feasibility, effectiveness of peer monitoring groups
The Daily Orange Editorial Board discusses Cayuga’s Watchers, a non-profit student group at Cornell University that is trained to intervene in dangerous social situations, and calls on the Syracuse University community to consider implementing a similar program. Read more »
Former Syracuse University football player Don McPherson talks about male privilege during Take Back the Night event
Don McPherson, a former Syracuse University football player, spoke in Hendricks Chapel about male privilege and how it contributes to the culture of rape and sexual assault as part of the Take Back the Night event. Read more »
Pino: Community efforts help change discourse surrounding sexual assault
Gender and Sexuality columnist Ivana Pino discusses local anti-sexual assault efforts and the importance of active involvement beyond awareness. Read more »
SA presidential and vice presidential candidates debate sexual assault and diversity
Three teams of presidential and vice presidential candidates debated at the Student Association's Monday night debate. Read more »
Campus climate survey deadline extended due to lack of response
The low response rate may have to do with the fact that some students think the climate survey is about weather. Read more »
SU professor has impersonated women’s movement leaders for 38 years
SU adjunct professor Sally Roesch Wagner received one of the first two doctorates in women's studies. Read more »
Ask the Experts: SU professor on the Kesha, Sony lawsuit
Ulf Oesterle, an assistant professor at Syracuse University's Setnor School of Music, talks about how Kesha's case against Sony will impact Kesha's career and her fight for justice against her alleged abuser. Read more »
Male-led campaign to raise awareness about sexual, domestic violence
The male-led White Ribbon Campaign, which aims to increase awareness about sexual and relationship violence, will last for an entire month this year instead of 10 days. Read more »
SA officials discuss sexual assault, work to increase student engagement in the city
SA President Aysha Seedat said at Monday's SA meeting that SU had the highest number of reported sexual assaults compared to other universities with representatives at a symposium in Clemson, which Seedat attended. Read more »
Knapp: Kesha’s trial reflects rape culture, despite headway in sexual assault legislation
Generation Y columnist Tayler Knapp argues that education is key to shifting the current victim-blaming narrative of sexual assault in light of Kesha’s ongoing trial. Read more »
Tangible measures are essential to reinforcing healthier cultural attitudes within anti-sexual assault framework
The Daily Orange Editorial Board discusses the importance of the cultural attitudes regarding sexual assault on college campuses. Read more »
