Was Syracuse University’s ‘Bump the Mumps’ event an example of proactive education or campus-wide poisoning?
Humor columnist Josh Feinblatt reacts to the hyped-up “Bump the Mumps” event organized by Syracuse University. Read more »
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Professor asks Student Association to support pledge of divestment from companies that serve private prisons
Janice Dowell, a Syracuse University philosophy professor and founder of the “Divest Syracuse” movement, spoke to SA members on Monday. Read more »
DPS answers questions on jurisdiction and parties at SA meeting
At an SA meeting, DPS held a discussion where they answered questions on their jurisdiction, shutting down parties and the safety escort program. Read more »
How reproductive health vending machines can help college students have safer sex
Student Life columnist Joanna Orland explains how Stanford University’s vending machines stocked with condoms and Plan B are redefining college reproductive health care. Read more »
How the mumps can be a lesson in campus-wide communication for Syracuse University
The Daily Orange Editorial Board addresses Syracuse University’s communication with the campus community amid the mumps outbreak. Read more »
Health Services: 2 Syracuse University students diagnosed with mumps
Mumps outbreaks occasionally occur on college campuses. Symptoms can include a fever, headaches, muscle aches, puffy cheeks and a swollen jaw. Read more »
Syracuse University Ambulance relocates to Lyman Hall
The ambulance was forced to relocate after proposals for “The Arch,” a Campus Framework health and wellness center, called for all health and wellness programs to move. Read more »
Free condoms, exercise classes are part of a healthy college transition
There are many components to health, and maintaining all of them is extremely important. Learn how to do just that through these tips and university resources. Read more »
In college, sexual empowerment is more important than ever
Gender and Sexuality columnist Kelsey Thompson discusses the pressure of hook-up culture on college campuses and how you can feel empowered despite it. Read more »
At Syracuse University and elsewhere, women's health care faces uncertainty under Trump
Health administrators at Syracuse University said they haven’t yet seen an influx of interest among students on campus to get IUDs since Donald Trump's presidential election victory. Read more »
Syracuse University student health care will not be impacted by provider backing out of Obamacare exchanges
Syracuse University student health insurance plan will go into effect for all students starting this academic year. But there have been some concerns raised over the insurance requirement. Read more »
Know where to go: On-campus health resources
It is easy to become overwhelmed while at college. Here is a breakdown of campus resources that will help you maintain your mental and physical health. Read more »
How some members of the SU community feel the promenade money should be spent
During a campus protest on Tuesday, Syracuse University community members questioned the amount of money being spent on University Place promenade and how practical the promenade will be. 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 »
Syracuse University Health Services switches to electronic prescriptions to comply with federal and state laws
Electronic prescription regulations, which Syracuse University Health Services is required to abide by, aim to decrease prescription drug abuse, but may have led to an increase in heroin usage. Read more »
Amid criticism, advocates for Planned Parenthood relay simple message about women's health services
Syracuse's sole Planned Parenthood provides women with abortion services, access to various forms of contraception, STI testing and pregnancy tests, among other services. Read more »
Cuomo presents Syracuse leaders with major state funding
New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo was in Syracuse on Sunday to present local leaders, including Chancellor Kent Syverud, with major state funding. Read more »
Off-campus housing provides allergy-friendly living situations for students
Comstock Place, a new townhouse-style, student housing complex located a few blocks away from campus, will offer allergy-friendly living situations to those who need it. Read more »
Another former student files lawsuit against SU, St. Joseph’s Hospital
A former SU student is suing the university, saying he was involuntarily confined to the St. Joseph’s Hospital psychiatric ward. Read more »
State sanctions former SU Health Services doctor for improper treatment
A doctor who treated students at Health Services has been sanctioned by the state for not prescribing drugs properly. Read more »
Nearly 3 years after adding full-time psychiatric services, Syracuse University is still assessing best way to meet student needs
While students have advocated for more psychiatric services, nearly three years after adding full-time psychiatric services for the first time, administrators said they’re not sure adding more staff is needed. Read more »
Great American Smokeout to be held Thursday, encourage SU community to quit smoking
As Syracuse University prepares to become a tobacco-free campus in July, the university is holding an event to help people quit smoking The Maxwell School… Read more »
Number of virus-carrying mosquitoes up in Onondaga County
Virus-carrying mosquitoes are most commonly associated with exotic swamp lands in Africa and Asia, but recently, parts of Onondaga County are breeding grounds for them… Read more »
