Celebrate the Syracuse University Class of 2024 with these 5 events
From film screenings to art exhibitions, support the work of graduating seniors as they prepare for commencement this weekend. Read more »
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Ritter shares thoughts on Syracuse Statement, Academic Strategic Plan at GSO
Provost Gretchen Ritter shared her perspective on the university’s upcoming Academic Strategic Plan and Syracuse Statement. Read more »
Annual Composers Concert showcases the musical prowess at Setnor School of Music
Celebrating the artistry of Syracuse University students, Setnor’s Composers Concert featured seven student compositions. With an audience of faculty and friends, Wednesday’s concert allowed students’ talents to shine. Read more »
GSO hosts annual Town Hall meeting, discusses open positions and goals for the year
The Graduate Student Organization will hold elections for open positions next week, and plans to host diverse events this 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 »
Unionization process has left out marginalized graduate students
However, the recent move to impeach the GSO president because of her advocacy for students’ concerns is deeply disturbing for me to witness. She was advocating on the behalf of graduate students who have concerns about unionizations and the implications, including myself. Read more »
SU's cost of attendance is worth it for students
Paying $58,440 in tuition for Syracuse University seems like quite a lot of money, but the cost of attendance is ultimately worth the University’s amenities and priorities. Read more »
Female Muslim students call for increased accommodations in SU pools
The students hope to have separate swim hours at the Barnes Center's pool or Sibley pool at the Women's Building to observe their religious practices. Read more »
SUNY Upstate, SU partner for joint M.D./MBA degree program
Ripa recommended the new five-year M.D./MBA program created in conjunction by Syracuse University and SUNY Upstate Medical University. Read more »
Vice president of GSO introduces amendment to increase number of at-Large senators
The resolution would be effective immediately upon a three-fourths vote at the upcoming 2022 election special meeting and would go into effect next semester. Read more »
SU-affiliated GEM program for fellowships in STEM wins Presidential Award
Syracuse University is in the top 10 for numbers of applications to the GEM fellowship program among the program’s 129 member universities. Read more »
SGEU advocates for unionization of SU's Graduate Student Organization
Graduate student unions have already organized across the country at institutions such as Columbia University, and SGEU hopes to replicate that at SU. Read more »
Graduate Student Organization leaders discuss plans for spring semester
Syracuse University’s Graduate Student Organization Senate announced its new graduate student space on campus during their meeting Wednesday. Read more »
GSO leaders want more representation across academic programs
Syracuse University's Graduate Student Organization Senate filled 16 academic program senate seats that were not filled last year, with three more expected to be filled in the spring. Read more »
SUNY-ESF graduate workers continue appeal for better working conditions, higher pay
Graduate student workers presented a petition to ESF administration at a protest in October. Read more »
35% of SU students meet the qualifications for depression, Barnes Center says
Cory Wallack, executive director of health and wellness at the Barnes Center, spoke about available mental health services for graduate students at the GSO Senate meeting Wednesday. Read more »
BIPOC alliance aims to bring together graduate students of color
The committee consists of seven graduate students who are under the mentorship of Graduate School Dean Peter Vanable. Read more »
SUNY-ESF administration has failed to protect its graduate student employees
Two months after the start of classes, ESF administrators continue to sit on their hands while each day graduate employees risk their health teaching ESF students Read more »
SU approves Graduate School's proposal to allocate $1.5 million for graduate student support
The Graduate Student Organization received $1.5 million in funding for graduate student support after their proposal was approved by Syracuse University chancellor and Office of the Provost. Read more »
'Through a different lens:' GSO President strives for more student involvement
During her tenure, Dhaouadi said she is looking forward to creating a space where graduate students feel comfortable voicing their concerns. Read more »
GSO looks to secure space for graduate students in Marshall Square Mall
If approved, graduate students could use the space for tutoring or hosting small events, or just as a lounge space. Read more »
Graduate students need more mental health resources, too
It should not have taken a pandemic for mental health to garner attention at Syracuse University. Read more »
SUNY-ESF graduate students feel sidelined in college's COVID-19 response
The educational challenges of the pandemic have widened the disconnect between graduate students and administrators at SUNY-ESF. Read more »
Give graduate students a voice, SUNY-ESF administration
It’s time for SUNY-ESF administrators to prioritize the financial security, health, and safety of the university’s graduate students. Read more »
