Lil Yachty, Teezo Touchdown bring students from across New York to Block Party
Students traveled from far and wide to Syracuse University for this year’s Block Party. Lil Yachty and Teezo Touchdown delivered a high-energy performance. Read more »
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Syracuse’s hardcore rock community celebrates 40 years of comradery
The hardcore genre has created a family in Syracuse. On March 15, an exhibit full of memorabilia brought the community together. Read more »
University Neighborhood business owners, employees reflect on the future of the area
Owners and employees of businesses on Marshall St. expressed both concern and excitement at the changes coming to the University Neighborhood. SU announced that it will convert the Sheraton Hotel into undergraduate housing. Read more »
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SU students mosh at the Dome for first Block Party since 2019
Hundreds of students crowded the Dome for the 2022 Block Party concert, featuring co-headliners 2 Chainz and Baby Keem. Read more »
The world’s 1st ultrafast EV charging network started in an SU dorm room
Since receiving a $1 million investment from Lori Greiner and Mark Cuban, Syracuse University alumnus Josh Aviv has continued to develop SparkCharge, the world’s first ultrafast mobile electric vehicle charging network. Read more »
Gunna, Baby Keem to headline University Unions's Block Party 2022
For the first in-person Block Party since 2019, Gunna, Baby Keem, 070 Shake and A-Trak will take the stage in the Carrier Dome. Read more »
'Reject the Disconnect’ with Geena Matuson’s TED Talk
On April 9, Geena Matuson will give a TED Talk titled “Reject the Disconnect.” Read more »
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2022
12 on-campus events celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Throughout the month of April, the Office of Multicultural Affairs and the AAPI Heritage Month Committee will host 12 events in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, which is usually in May. Read more »
Booming bass and guided meditation fueled an electric Bandersnatch concert
Pi’erre Bourne, Zack Fox and DJ Jill gave students entertaining performances at University Union’s spring edition of Bandersnatch. Read more »
Pi’erre Bourne to headline University Union Bandersnatch concert on March 25
On March 25, Pi’erre Bourne, Zack Fox and DJ Jill will perform at the first Bandersnatch concert of the spring semester. Read more »
Renegade Magazine’s Reneprom filled with music, fashion
On March 5, Renegade Magazine hosted the second-ever Reneprom, featuring performances from student musicians and music from DJ Jill. Read more »
119 Euclid hosts Trap and Paint event celebrating art, music for Black History Month
The event accompanied the opening of 119 Euclid’s Voices of the Heroes Artwalk, which got its name from the collaborative studio album by Lil Durk and Lil Baby. Read more »
SU alumna Victoria Montalbano discusses new Star Wars-themed solo show
The Daily Orange sat down with storyteller Victoria Montalbano to discuss her new solo show, “The Princess Strikes Back: One Woman’s Search for the Space Cowboy of Her Dreams.” Read more »
SU professor Lawrence Chua discusses his book 'Bangkok Utopia'
On Tuesday night, Lawrence Chua talked about his book “Bangkok Utopia” over Zoom. Read more »
Whether in London or Syracuse, Troyce Pitones knows how to energize a crowd
Khari Brandes, whose stage name is Troyce Pitones, draws inspiration both from cultural icons like Virgil Abloh and from learning about his Dominique heritage by spending time with family. Read more »
SU to celebrate end of Native Heritage Month with festivities on South Campus
The Office of Multicultural Affairs has planned a celebration to close out Native Heritage Month. Read more »
Student musician’s new album ‘FISHBOWL’ inspired by mental health struggles
Junior SU student Sedona Regan said her newest album was influenced by her struggles with her mental health that left her feeling like she was isolated in a fish bowl watching the world around her. Read more »
Featured artists at Bandersnatch 2021 awaken enthusiasm of concertgoers
Tai Verdes, Maude Katour and DJ BenSpence headline UU Bandersnatch concert. Read more »
SU welcomes Provost Gretchen Ritter at ceremony Tuesday
Several SU leaders and community members, including Ritter, spoke at the event. Read more »
Lil Tjay energizes Westcott Theater with hit songs
Fans from Syracuse and beyond attended Lil Tjay’s show at the Westcott Theater, which also featured small sets from more than 10 rising artists. Read more »
To SU students and employees, coffee is more than just a hot beverage
In addition to the taste and caffeine content, many people also like the social aspects of coffee. Read more »
Artists, students enjoy return of in-person concerts at Juice Jam 2021
Artists Jack Harlow, B.o.B, Audrey Nuna and Bea Miller brought crowds to this year's Juice Jam. Read more »
SU student and business partner open vintage clothing store downtown
The Cherry Pit’s founders were introduced only shortly before developing the store together. Read more »
