Library, book shop owners discuss long history of books on race being banned
While banning books based on their mentioning of race is not a new phenomenon, it has become an increasingly controversial issue in recent years. Read more »
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SU professors emphasize reading banned books focusing on gender, sexuality
Books featuring topics of gender and sexuality are frequently censored in schools around the United States. Read more »
Keeping up with fast fashion may be stylish, but what about its consequences?
SU students share how the party culture on campus perpetuates excessive consumption of fast-fashion brands. Read more »
Follow up Juice Jam with these 6 concerts in Syracuse
Groove to the music this week at these 5 concerts in and around the Syracuse area. Read more »
Syracuse Stage musical ‘How to Dance in Ohio’ breaks barriers with its debut
The world premiere of “How to Dance In Ohio” opens at Syracuse Stage Sept. 22, making it the first modern commercial theater production to use a predominantly neurodivergent cast for its autistic roles. Read more »
Functional pottery, tea come to the Everson through ‘Curious Vessels’ exhibit
“Curious Vessels,” a current exhibition at the Everson Museum of Art, offers a new experience with functional art, allowing visitors to both admire and use the pottery. Read more »
La Casita celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with ‘Once Upon A Time’ exhibit
”Once Upon A Time,” La Casita’s exhibit this year, uses art to bring the Latinx community in Syracuse together and bond over their shared experiences. Read more »
Here are 5 local festivals to welcome the fall season
Relish in the fall harvest season with these 5 festivals, all within an hour of Syracuse. Read more »
Banned Book Week 2022 opens conversations around free speech, censorship in literature
Sept. 18-24 marks the national recognition of Banned Book Week, which has occurred since 1982, and examines topics of censorship and representation. Read more »
‘For the vibes’: Students revel in droves at Juice Jam 2022
T-Pain, Flo Milli, Yung Gravy and Doechii took to the Juice Jam stage, bringing students together for the annual back to school concert. Read more »
Test your smarts, sing your heart out and other fun activities this week
This week in Syracuse, there's event options for everyone — go to a local festival or find peace in art. Read more »
A moment in time: snapshots of 5 strangers for Sit With a Stranger Day
Even though talking to strangers can be stressful, they can reveal interesting and unique stories. National Sit With a Stranger Day was on Sept. 16, and there were plenty of strangers to talk to around Syracuse. Read more »
University Union to host comedy trio Please Don’t Destroy on Sept. 24
University Union will host a night of comedy featuring Please Don’t Destroy, Chloe Troast and Jamie Linn Watson, for a night of fun and laughs on September 24. Read more »
Bird Library celebrates its 50th anniversary
Bird Library hosted a 50 Years of Bird celebration to commemorate its anniversary and celebrate its contribution to campus. Read more »
CNY Playhouse’s new play offers viewers a futuristic ‘escape from reality’
CNY Playhouse’s latest production, “Spacebar: A Broadway Play” explores the struggles of being an adolescent, and how to own your insecurities, no matter what. Read more »
Celebrate Latinx Hispanic Heritage Month at SU with these 8 events
With the start of Latinx/Hispanic heritage month on September 15, the Office of Multicultural Affairs is hosting a series of historical and cultural events to bring people together, celebrate and educate the campus community. Read more »
Transform your literary comprehension with the Raymond Carver Reading Series
The Raymond Carver Reading Series is a nearly three-month-long, in-person reading series, featuring six award-winning writers. Read more »
Baldwinsville’s Golden Harvest Festival celebrates its 44th year
The Golden Harvest Festival in Baldwinsville, New York is a way for local artisans to come together and sell their works to attendees from around the state. Read more »
Enjoy live music, various cuisines at these 7 events in Syracuse this week
Check out these 7 events this week to get involved, get outside, or learn something new. Read more »
T-Pain, Flo Milli to headline Juice Jam 2022
University Union announced this years Juice Jam lineup, with T-Pain and Flo Milli headlining the event. Read more »
'Funny is always the priority': SU brothers go viral under moniker Krab Videos
After creating a viral TikTok that reached over one million views, the Micho brothers hope to continue the growth of their comedy sketches under the moniker Krab. Read more »
85 South show features roasts from comedians, knee slaps from audience
Comedy trio 85 South Show performed at the Upstate Medical University Arena on Thursday night, attracting an audience of over 2000 people. Read more »
Meet the volunteers behind Thornden Park’s Mills Rose Garden
With their base just off Syracuse Campus, the Syracuse Rose Society provides a place for volunteers to relax and give back to the community. Read more »
‘Status quo disruptor’ Kendra Lee places diversity, equity, inclusion at forefront’
SU alumnus uses her experiences as an Asian American woman to fight for diversity, equity and inclusion at the Philadelphia Inquirer. Read more »
