Spring Break
The Daily OrangeNews
Model home
After two years, school returns to renovated Slocum Hall
By Hope Morley
With the cutting of an orange and pink ribbon, representative of Syracuse University's current and past official colors, the School of Architecture was officially welcomed back to campus Saturday at the rededication of Slocum Hall. "What you see here is just the beginning of a university, not just a school, but a university that's moving forward and thinking about the relationship of people, cities and education," said Dean Mark Robbins in his speech.
Campus Briefs
Part of Comstock Avenue closed for residence hall construction A portion of Comstock Avenue will be closed starting today, running through Oct. 3. The construction of the new residence hall - recently named the "Ernie Davis Hall" in an announcement by Chancellor Nancy Cantor on Sept.
Westcott Theater raises curtain after year hiatus
Facility to be used as a performing arts center
By Blake Rong
After nearly a year of vacancy, the newly renovated Westcott Theater opened for a sneak peek of the Westcott Street Cultural Festival Sunday. The building, located at 524 Westcott St., was formerly known as the Westcott Cinema, which closed in October 2007.
'Political junkie'
Professor Margaret Thompson brings passion to history courses
By Hope Morley
Professor Margaret Thompson's office speaks for itself. Bumper stickers proclaiming "Well-behaved Women Don't Make History" and "Peace Takes Courage" adorn her office door. Hanging on one of her walls, a collection of political buttons tell visitors to "Question Authority" and "Clean up Politics, Elect a Woman.
Students sell anti-Greg Robinson T-Shirts
By Ben Tepfer
Three Syracuse University students have found a way to wear their disappointment in football head coach Greg Robinson. Seniors Josh Shaw, Shawn O'Donoghue and Mike Zahler started making T-shirts this year that read "Greg Robinson Farewell Tour." The shirts have a list of this season's game dates and locations on the back.
Bus tour takes students to visit Harriett Tubman's home
By Racquel Clarke
Jessica Santana began to cry before entering the home of Harriet Tubman on Sunday. "I was getting really emotional and moved by the opportunity to come," said Santana, a sophomore accounting major. "This woman died for people, and she dedicated her life to people.
