Syracuse Housing Authority to request $145 million grant targeting the 15th ward
SHA plans to reverse the 15th ward back into the close community it was before, as well as addressing poverty and safety concerns. Read more »
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Where, when to vote in Syracuse general elections
On the ballot this fall are candidates for Onondaga County Executive, Onondaga County Legislature, Syracuse City Auditor and Syracuse Common Councilors. Read more »
SA makes strides towards inclusivity with new Director of Indigenous student affairs
Student Association will look to emphasis inclusivity, sustainability efforts and mental health initiatives during the 2023-2024 academic year. Read more »
Ahead of contract negotiations, SGEU collects graduate worker feedback
SGEU plans to negotiate with SU administration about better treatment for graduate student employees after forming a union in the spring. Read more »
Supreme Court upholds Indian Child Welfare Act in Brackeen v. Haaland decision
The Supreme Court ruled to uphold the Indian Child Welfare Act, which aims to keep custody of Indigenous children within their communities, on Thursday. Read more »
SA announces Stress Buster, Food for Finals to combat finals angst
The Student Assocation plans to host multiple events in an effort to reduce stress as final exams are underway for Syracuse University students. Read more »
GSO passes resolution to remove recommendation letter requirement in PAC applications
The decision comes after complaints from students who found it difficult to obtain recommendation letters from faculty. Read more »
SA commits to a $20,000 donation to Hendrick's Chapel Food Pantry to combat food insecurity
Student Association’s donation will support students who experience hunger or food shortages and facilitate solutions for food insecurity. Read more »
SA and OrangeSeeds emphasize community service through 'The Big Event,' 'Spring Into Action'
Syracuse's University's Student Association and OrangeSeeds students had the opportunity to give back to the local Syracuse area through community service. Read more »
SA, SU to establish council dedicated to SCOTUS affirmative action decision implications
SU is working on initiatives to maintain diversity on campus while awaiting the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action. Read more »
Transportation, on-campus housing at the forefront during SA's latest town hall
Syracuse University’s Student Association held its second Town Hall of the spring 2023 semester on Wednesday to discuss on-campus issues. Read more »
SA launches professional clothing drive, Spring Into Action service initiative
Starting on Wednesday, members of SU's Student Association and other students can volunteer as part of its annual Spring Into Action event. Read more »
Legislation for expanded stipends for more SA roles introduced at latest meeting
SA announced the expansion of stipends to vice presidents, communications directors and speaker pro tempore of the assembly. Read more »
Student Association passes bill to support Callisto, announces upcoming events
SA will hold a Town Hall at the Schine Student Center from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m and the Women’s History Month Panel via Zoom at 7 p.m on Tuesday. Read more »
Student Association submits feedback to SU on latest Academic Strategic Plan draft
SA President David Bruen hopes to advocate for various initiatives off-campus, including a bill passed in response to the lead crisis. Read more »
Student Association announces formation of Micron advisory council
After meeting with Dean J. Cole Smith, the Student Association looks to provide resources for students interested in Micron involvement. Read more »
Student Association announces date for spring formal, updates on Micron collaboration
SA set a date for SU's spring formal, and gave updates on community work with Micron and the city lead ordinance at Monday's meeting. Read more »
ACC Leadership Symposium, Syracuse lead crisis at the forefront of latest SA meeting
Student Association members returned from the ACC Leadership Symposium with new ways to address student concerns and grievances. Read more »
NYPIRG partners with SA to advocate for increased higher education funding in NYS
The New York Public Interest Research Group is working with the Student Association to provide transportation to Albany for Higher Education Action Day. Read more »
SA establishes its recognition of grad student union, requests SU’s neutrality
Syracuse University's Student Association passed a bill establishing its support for the Syracuse Graduate Employees United’s unionization efforts. Read more »
InclusiveU’s OnCampus program welcomes SCSD students to college experience
SU’s InclusiveU's OnCampus program is an initiative where SCSD students with developmental disabilities can gain a college experience at SU. Read more »
Undergraduate Labor Organization presents neutrality bill for grad student worker union
A Syracuse Graduate Employee Union bill requesting neutrality from Syracuse University was presented at Monday night’s Student Association after garnering the official support of around 250 faculty members and three SA sponsors. Read more »
