Daily Archives: October 4, 2015
Alumna reflects on personal Homecoming experience in response to column
Syracuse University alumna Regina King responds to a column on the Homecoming Court selection process. Read more »
Crockett: LGBT History Month provides students with opportunity to reflect, acknowledge inequality
Gender and Sexuality columnist Elaina Crockett considers that Syracuse University students can offer support to LGBTQ students by fostering an inclusive environment, particularly in sexual assault discourse. Read more »
SU holds lecture, summit on campus inclusion, diversity
Syracuse University held a Student Diversity Summit on Friday and Saturday to address diversity and inclusion on college campuses. Read more »
Student Association working with administrators to publish syllabi before class registration
The Student Association is continuing to pursue its initiative of publishing syllabi before students register for classes. The organization has surveyed students of varying majors and years to present to Syracuse University administrators. Read more »
Whitman launches of student-run business venture
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management announced the launch of Consurtio, a student-run business venture, on Thursday. Students who work for the firm will get credit and experience in their career fields. Read more »
Arne Duncan announces he is stepping down as secretary of education
Arne Duncan, the secretary of education and a member of President Barack Obama’s cabinet, announced on Friday that he is stepping down at the end of the year. Read more »
SUNY-ESF masters student breeds endangered snails species in captivity
Cody Gilbertson, a masters student at SUNY-ESF, is breeding the Chittenango Ovate Amber Snail, in one of the school's lab. SUNY-ESF has the only lab in the U.S. that is working to breed the snail, which is considered the most endangered species in New York state. Read more »
CASE program receives more than $900,000 for economic development efforts
The Center for Advanced Systems and Engineering (CASE) at Syracuse University received a $921,000 award to assist with economic development across the state. Read more »
Art and technology come together at the SALT Makerspace
The Syracuse Arts, Learning & Technology (SALT) Makerspace is for artists, engineers and hobbyists who want to bring their ideas to life using advanced technology. Read more »
Aster Pantry & Parlor proves to be fine replacement for Small Plates
Losing Small Plates is a disappointment, but it turns out the replacement isn’t so bad. Small Plates has changed to Aster Pantry & Parlor, an… Read more »
'Kiss Me, Kate' opens with noticeable cast chemistry
Syracuse University's Department of Drama opened "Kiss Me, Kate" this weekend. Read more »
Floyd Little thrives in all-encompassing role for Syracuse administration
Floyd Little does a little bit of everything at Syracuse. The Hall of Famer helps with recruiting and eased the transition with other members of the administration over the summer. Read more »
Stevens: 'The Martian' shares similar characteristics with other outer space movies
Editor’s note: This story contains spoilers for several movies, including "The Martian," "Interstellar" and "Gravity." While "The Martian" is a simple story, it’s one that… Read more »
Syracuse defense stymies Cornell in 1st half of blowout win
No. 2 Syracuse's aggressive defense allowed it maintain a one-goal first-half lead before blowing up for seven goals in the second half to beat Cornell 9-1. Read more »
No. 2 Syracuse erupts for 7 2nd-half goals in rout of Cornell
Roos Weers and Serra Degnan combined for four goals and three assists in Syracuse's 8-goal blowout of Cornell on Sunday. The Orange scored seven goals in the second half. Read more »
Week in News: FBI agent says Bernie Fine tried to molest him, DPS implements body camera program and more
Here's everything you need to know from this week in news. Read more »
Syracuse takes down Notre Dame in 5 sets to improve to 3-1 in ACC
Syracuse beat Notre Dame 3-2 in a 226-point match on Sunday. Read more »
ACC Roundup Week 5: A quarterback catches a touchdown, Clemson's big win and more
Even with Virginia and Syracuse on bye, the Atlantic Coast Conference still kept things busy in Week 5. Every intraconference game was decided by eight points or fewer and one team had a special trick up its sleeve. Read more »
Lack of offensive execution dooms Syracuse in 1-0 loss to Louisville
A lack of offensive execution proved to be Syracuse's downfall in a 1-0 loss to Louisville on Sunday at SU Soccer Stadium. Read more »
Syracuse stumbles against Louisville after 'inexcusable' 1st half
Syracuse again largely played from behind after conceding an early goal. Following, the 1-0 loss to Louisville, head coach Phil Wheddon jokingly suggested giving his team a pot of coffee before the start of games. Read more »
Week in Pulp: Apple orchards, pizza tours
Check out this week's review for apple picking, powerful movies and alternative concerts. Read more »
Alumna offers perspective on Homecoming Court in response to Student Life column
Syracuse University alumna Beth Kieft responds to a column on the Homecoming Court selection process. Read more »
