Art galleries, museums prepare to reopen
Local art galleries such as ArtRage and the Syracuse University Art Museum are preparing to host in-person exhibits for the first time since closing in March. Read more »
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SU student launches second collection of sustainable brand Treeasun
The clothing and bags in Yianni Biniaris’ collection are made from upcycled fabrics and scraps. Read more »
SU students, alumni perform songs at virtual welcome event
Two SU juniors and a recent grad performed songs they have written in the past. The artists plan to release more music this fall. Read more »
Light Work supports CNY photographers through annual grant
The three CNY photographers are pursuing projects about marginalized communities in Syracuse, as well as the physicality and impermanence of photography. Read more »
SU Greek life during COVID-19: No parties, social events at chapter houses
Social distancing guidelines will put large parties and some Greek life events on hold this semester. Read more »
Rapper Smino to perform virtual SU Welcome Week concert
University Union and the Office of First Year and Transfer Programs will host the concert on August 22nd. Read more »
Dorm Guide: A breakdown of Syracuse University’s freshman residence halls
Here’s what to know about the residence halls that house freshmen at Syracuse University. Read more »
Mobile cafe brings Cafe Kubal coffee to Syracuse neighborhoods
At its neighborhood visits, the mobile cafe serves a simplified version of Cafe Kubal’s espresso bar and sets up social distance seating. Read more »
UU sells T-shirts to support COVID-19 relief funds
The proceeds from the T-shirt sales will benefit the MusiCares Coronavirus Relief Fund and the Central New York COVID-19 Community Support Fund. Read more »
King Princess virtual concert moved to Saturday
Singer-songwriter King Princess will perform in a virtual concert at 9 p.m. on Saturday, May 2. Read more »
Students adapt to portfolio showcase cancellations
With the suspension of residential classes due to the COVID-19 pandemic comes the cancellation of exhibits and showcases scheduled for the end of the spring semester. Read more »
Liverpool Art Center holds online classes during quarantine
While people cannot meet at Liverpool Art Center because of the coronavirus pandemic, the center has continued its programs online through Facebook Live art tutorials, Zoom classes and private virtual sessions. Read more »
Syracuse Stage suspends ‘Amadeus’ performances due to coronavirus concerns
The opening night performance will be the last performance of the production. Syracuse Stage is working to provide ticket holders and subscribers with exclusive access to a video of the performance. Read more »
Syracuse Stage to remain open despite coronavirus concerns
Syracuse Stage will use specialized equipment to deep-clean its facilities due to the spread of the coronavirus. Performances are set to continue as scheduled. Read more »
EDM artist Ekali partners with local nonprofit through student-run agency
An SU student created a service agency that connects music artists and nonprofit organizations. EDM artist Ekali collaborated with local nonprofit ARISE for the agency’s first partnership. Read more »
Team Guatemala holds pop-up shop in honor of Women’s History Month
A pop-up shop hosted by Team Guatemala in the Blackstone LaunchPad offered handmade accessories and jewelry created by women in Guatemala. Read more »
Art exhibit promotes wellness, body acceptance
An art exhibit dedicated to National Eating Disorders Awareness Week was on display at the Barnes Center at The Arch. The installation featured drawings, poems and photographs created by students. Read more »
SAMPLING SYRACUSE: Winterfest 2020 features culinary delights in downtown Syracuse
Syracuse Winterfest 2020 offered locals and visitors the chance to enjoy and explore the various tastes of downtown Syracuse. Read more »
‘Romeo and Juliet’ to run at Redhouse Arts Center, SU Drama
Two separate productions of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” are coming to Syracuse theaters this month. Redhouse Arts Center’s production of the Shakespeare classic has a dystopian setting, and SU Drama’s production is set in current times. Read more »
Students given a voice at TEDx ‘A Seat at the Table’ event
Students from 11 colleges within Syracuse University spoke at the TEDx “A Seat at the Table” event on Monday. Read more »
Students launch 'A Hand for Wuhan’ to fundraise for medical supplies
A group of students started a fundraiser to raise money to send medical supplies to Wuhan, a province in China affected by the coronavirus. The fundraiser surpassed its original goal of $30,000 within two days of its launch. Read more »
Young Voices Project completes first tour of 'When They See Us' production
The Young Voices Project brought “When They See Us” to four different middle schools in Syracuse after performing at Redhouse Arts Center. Read more »
Sonny Kelly’s “The Talk” illustrates reality of black parenting
Sonny Kelly’s “The Talk” is a one-man performance dedicated to the difficult conversations that families of people of color must have with their children. Read more »
Longest-running Syracuse drum circle creates community
Creative Rhythms Drum Circle, the longest running drum community in the Syracuse area, hosts monthly drum circle events that aim to promote wellness through music-making. Read more »
