Toronzo Cannon brings classic Chicago blues to Syracuse
Bus driver by day and guitarist by night, eclectic bluesman Toronzo Cannon will bring his energy and soul to Funk ‘n Waffles this week. Read more »
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Meet the sophomore behind rising rappers Yung Gravy and Lil Gnar
This Bandier sophomore is paving his path in the music industry, working with a major record label to manage rising artists on top of being an SU student. Read more »
106 teams celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend with Irish Road Bowling
Combine golf and bowling and you get Irish Road Bowling, a Syracuse tradition that celebrates St. Patrick’s Day and brings the community together. Read more »
SU student releases Celtic culture book in time for St. Patrick’s Day
Art photography senior Blake Condolora combined his love for photography with his interest in Celtic culture in his recently released book called “The Grove: A Celtic Divination Tool & Ogham Set." Read more »
5 takeaways from the Oscars
Erik Benjamin and Mike O’Connor reflect on surprises, up-and-coming figures and potential future trends as seen at last night’s 90th Academy Awards ceremony. Read more »
Charlie Burg gears up to release 2nd of 3-part EP series
Charlie Burg recently left Michigan State University and his home state of Michigan to transfer to Syracuse University, and he’s been making career moves ever since. Read more »
Syracuse University alum produces documentary on 70-year history of WAER
Investigative reporter Scott MacFarlane graduated from SU in 1998 and returned to the Hill to tell the story of the locally famous radio station. Read more »
Johanna Toruño speaks about accessible art, activism at SU
Johanna Toruño, creator of the Unapologetically Brown Series, spoke at Lambda Theta Alpha’s annual “Universal Womxn” event Wednesday night about empowering communities of color online and offline. Read more »
SU boasts Oscar nominees and winners. Check out the roundup:
Syracuse University boasts some pretty famous alumni. Check out which SU grads have been nominated for, or even won, Academy Awards. Read more »
At 80, former Common Council president Van Robinson is still serving Syracuse
Van Robinson served on the Common Council as member and president for 18 years. Read more »
‘A Raisin in the Sun’ takes the stage in Syracuse
Lorraine Hansberry’s classic about a black family from Chicago will play in Syracuse until March 11. Here’s what some of its actors had to say at a recent post-performance talkback. Read more »
UU to host 'Red Sparrow' advance screening
UU will host a free advance screening of “Red Sparrow,” a new thriller starring Jennifer Lawrence. Read more »
With Purpose campaign to promote childhood cancer awareness at SU
Erin Elliott has spent her entire college experience dealing with the effects of pediatric cancer, and the Bateman Competition team at SU wants to spread awareness about stories like hers. Read more »
Rapper, climate change activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez to perform in Syracuse
When not suing the government over climate change, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez is releasing innovative-conscious rap. Read more »
Chappell Roan won over the crowd at The Lost Horizon
Young musician Chappell Roan brought her sound to Syracuse in an electric performance Sunday night. Read more »
Brews and Blarney: Green Beer Sunday kicks off St. Patrick’s Day season
The annual event at Coleman’s pays tribute to Tipperary Hill’s longstanding Irish heritage while offering locals a chance to rejoice with green drinks. Read more »
Amy Schumer doesn't deserve 'I Feel Pretty' backlash
Amy Schumer's new movie "I Feel Pretty" focuses on self-confidence in women. Some say she shouldn't play the lead role because she fits conventional beauty standards — here’s the other side of that opinion. Read more »
March Madness is near — and not the basketball kind
Humor columnist Annabeth Mann describes a different, much more pressing kind of March Madness than the one revolving around basketball. Read more »
STRFKR brings their eclectic sound to The Westcott
Oregon-based band STRFKR is scheduled to perform at The Westcott Theater on Monday. The band is touring after the release of its “Vault” album volumes last year. Read more »
Go for the gold and try these 7 dishes from around the world
In honor of the athletes competing at the Winter Olympics, here are several recipes to try if you’re looking to become a worldwide foodie. Read more »
La Liga works to resettle Puerto Ricans seeking refuge from Hurricane Maria
More than 600 individuals have sought disaster relief services from Syracuse’s La Liga since Maria hit the island in September. Read more »
Discovery students adjust to life at SU after spending 1st semester abroad
Fifty Syracuse University freshmen studied abroad through the Discovery Program in Florence, Italy; Strasbourg, France; and Madrid, Spain. Read more »
Chappell Roan to show off evolving sound at The Lost Horizon
The Missouri-based singer will perform in Syracuse on Sunday, when she’ll perform songs from her upcoming album. Read more »
Light Work artist showcases work on violence and masculinity
Justyna Badach, artist and refugee, uses her work to explore the futility of conflict and the American media’s glorification of hyper-masculinity. Read more »
