SU announces festivities for MayFest on April 26
MayFest, an annual celebration for the Syracuse University community, will be held April 26 from 1-6 p.m. in Walnut Park. The festivities will begin at… Read more »
Writer archives: Meredith Newman
Friends remember Guppenberger for kindness, confidence
When people think of Marianne Guppenberger, they remember her for her confidence. She never doubted herself. Originally from Taiwan, Guppenberger came to Syracuse University without… Read more »
Female student struck by vehicle in front of Life Sciences Complex
A Chevy Suburban heading north on College Place struck a Syracuse University student in front of the Life Sciences Complex on Monday afternoon. The student,… Read more »
Student Life Committee chair apologizes to assembly for unprofessional email
Ivan Rosales-Robles, chairman of the Student Association’s Student Life Committee, apologized to the general assembly Wednesday for the manner in which he revealed former Public Relations… Read more »
Syracuse police, DPS to increase presence during game
The Syracuse Police Department plans to patrol and use security cameras on Marshall Street for Syracuse University’s Final Four game this weekend. With the help… Read more »
Fraternity and Sorority Affairs
Sigma Alpha Mu files lawsuit against Zeta Psi for breach of contract
Sigma Alpha Mu filed a lawsuit against Zeta Psi on Friday, alleging Zeta Psi violated the housing contract between the two fraternities. Sigma Alpha Mu,… Read more »
Fraternity and Sorority Affairs
Phi Gamma Delta to move into house currently occupied by Sigma Alpha Mu next fall
Syracuse University’s Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity will move out of its house, located at 727 Comstock Ave., at the end of this semester. The fraternity… Read more »
Student Association, ITS work together to potentially increase student printing quota
Students’ printing quota may increase through a joint effort between the Student Association’s Academic Affairs Committee and Syracuse University’s Information Technology Services. At the beginning… Read more »
National Orange Day celebrates SU's founding with special menu, community service
Syracuse University celebrated its 143rd birthday with orange Dreamsicle cake. The Carrier Dome and the city’s National Grid building glowed orange to recognize the anniversary,… Read more »
Next dean hopes to maintain community connection
When Michael Speaks first became dean of the University of Kentucky’s College of Design, he got in his car and drove through the then-unfamiliar state… Read more »
Founder of Syracuse Stage dies at 87
Arthur Storch, founder of Syracuse Stage, died Tuesday at the age of 87. Storch served as producing artistic director from 1974-1992, and was considered a… Read more »
Group protests SU’s use of fossil fuels, calls for elimination of all fossil fuel investments within five years
Even howling wind and falling snow didn’t hinder the protesters’ support for divesting in fossil fuels. As 20 students stood together on the steps of… Read more »
'Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere': Fifty years later, Syracuse residents reflect on SU's role in Civil Rights Movement
In the early morning of Sept. 18, 1963, eight Syracuse University students stood side-by-side outside of the Syracuse City Courthouse. Waiting for their arraignment, they… Read more »
Dean of libraries to step down in June
Suzanne Thorin, dean of libraries and university librarian, announced in a press release Monday that she will step down from her position, effective June 30.… Read more »
Sister, sister: Panhellenic sororities finish recruitment, welcome members to sisterhood
Dressed in neon tutus, T-shirts and knee-high socks, Syracuse University sorority sisters could hardly contain their excitement as they waited outside the Schine Student Center.… Read more »
Sorority and Fraternity Affairs
'I'll always have my sisters': As Pi Beta Phi prepares to leave campus, sisters, alumni reflect on chapter's history
Almost 117 years ago, nine Syracuse University women started a secret society with a specific purpose: They wanted to be Pi Beta Phi sisters. Through… Read more »
Fraternity and sorority affairs
Phi Delta Theta purchases Pi Beta Phi house
UPDATED: Feb. 18, 2013, 4:53 p.m. Phi Delta Theta chapter has purchased Pi Beta Phi house and will move in as early as June 1.… Read more »
DJ's On the Hill to host '18 and older' nights
DJ’s On the Hill became the first Marshall Street bar to host a night dedicated to underage students when it held an “18 and older”… Read more »
Health Services distributes record-high number of flu shots
Syracuse University Health Services provided flu shots to 212 students Monday, a record-high for the center and a substantial increase from the average of 20-30… Read more »
Pocket full of change: Officials recommend residents carry coins when using electric parking meters
Syracuse residents are temporarily advised to carry change with them if they plan to use the city’s electronic parking meters. Although the current meters have… Read more »
Court date set for two SU athletes arrested Sunday
The two Syracuse University football players arrested on Sunday for disorderly conduct and other charges will appear in court Dec. 19. Steve Rene, a junior… Read more »
A resonating note: After 25 years, the Syracuse Brass Ensemble continues to flourish
The Syracuse Brass Ensemble is a group that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Members make fun of other members who make mistakes. They crack jokes,… Read more »
Syracuse University general counsel to retire in June
Syracuse University’s Thomas Evans, senior vice president and general counsel, will retire at the end of this year. The Board of Trustees is currently searching… Read more »
'Movement on Main' design competition to improve health in Syracuse area
When Marilyn Higgins observed people of all ages playing with the musical pavements at Syracuse Stage, it sparked an idea for a competition that would… Read more »
