The recent rise in crime on and near Syracuse University’s campus has negatively impacted students and the surrounding community, illustrating the need for a mutually positive relationship between the Department of Public Safety, students and the larger community. Read more »
Perhaps we are reaching a point in the pandemic where many of us are beginning to realize the virus is simply going to become a part of our everyday life, such as the flu or the common cold. This mindset is not an excuse to let our guard down just yet. Read more »
To some, gun violence may feel like a hopeless issue, however, it’s more important than ever that solution-based mindsets are taken to the discussion of gun control. Read more »
Students can control their own actions to avoid dangerous situations, and they should be vigilant and aware to protect themselves. Read more »
Decreasing the tour group size is a win-win situation, benefiting both the prospective and current students at an equally stressful point in their school careers. Read more »
The field where Ernie Davis and Jim Brown became well-known figures was once an integral part of SU campus, standing where the Carrier Dome currently is today. Read more »
Students can use the summer to access other mental health resources as well. It becomes challenging to allot time for assistance during the hectic academic year. Read more »
Syracuse University freshmen are required to live on campus and are randomly placed in residence halls. There are over 15 residence halls on SU’s Main… Read more »
The two most common feelings I’ve encountered throughout this process are imposter syndrome and embarrassment. As I continue to see my peers getting jobs, I find myself questioning my worth and my career. Read more »
Environmental issues at SU will continue if student support for sustainability is not increased. Read more »
While New York being the 16th state to legalize recreational marijuana created an opportunity to learn from other states' processes, there are still many ways legalization has fallen short. Read more »
Regardless of its history, cannabis is here to stay in Syracuse. SU students and the surrounding community shouldn’t feel shameful for using the substance. Read more »
Students should be more cognizant of the difference between necessity versus shopping on impulse, a step toward reducing overconsumption and increasing societal sustainability. Read more »
The Whitman grading policy is unnecessary and complicated, encouraging students to focus on grades and competition more than learning the material and comprehending the concepts taught in the classes. Read more »
Editor’s note: This column was a collaboration between Karla Perez and Grace “Gray” Reed. Perez explains the reasons SU’s campus needs gender-inclusive individual bathrooms, and… Read more »
Environmentalism is not hard to partake in. It does not mean an entire life switch. It is not reserved for the institutions that pollute. Read more »
I noticed the conflict between messaging platforms when in my public communications class during group work. While trying to complete projects together not everybody had an iPhone, therefore we couldn’t use iMessage. Read more »
Social media, which is often criticized as the root of most of the problems involving Gen Z, is not all bad Read more »
The administration should reform the current liberal arts curriculum by expanding it in breadth and depth, and ultimately making it more challenging and interesting to students. Read more »
The world has moved on from pandemic-era restrictions and policies, and it’s time that SU continues to do the same. Read more »
I’ve witnessed some of the most beautiful scenery exploring the region while it snowed and the people I’ve connected with during this time have brought me so much joy. Read more »
Many individuals in the community already lack supportive spaces in their homes, so not having confidential support readily available at school poses a major challenge for youth just beginning to navigate their identities. Read more »
The university communicates in a highly cautious sense with its own students; guarded phrases in perfectly crafted announcements to the student body demonstrate compassion, but are careful not to promise anything at all. Read more »
While it’s unrealistic to put responsibilities on hold because of the weather, SU should be more accommodating to students who remain in a slump. Read more »
