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Emergence of AI actress threatens entertainment integrity for the sake of exploitation that humans resist, frightening SU actors.
For over 40 years, some members of the marching band have taken over Varsity for the “banner flip” tradition.
Jasmine Nixon’s childhood shaped by competitions with her brother Will and father Jeff brought her to SU.
‘Pushed to the side’ SU cultural organizations say diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility rollbacks erase belonging
Indigenous Students at Syracuse hosted an awareness walk honoring the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. cassie roshu senior staff photographer
Haitian American Student Association’s executive board for the 2025-26 year. courtesy of amaya saintal
By Ally Goelz and Kate Jackson
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everal leaders of campus multicultural organizations said they feel their sense of belonging on campus is being threatened by Syracuse University’s recent decisions and adherence to federal policy shifts. SU has recently implemented several changes in response to national rollbacks on diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at higher education institutions, including closing its Office of Diversity and Inclusion and pausing admission to 20 majors. Amaya Saintal, president of the Haitian American Student Association, said cultural spaces on campus are “slowly disappearing.” For Saintal, these spaces offer conversations where students can express themselves freely. “Not having those spaces really does impact your experience here and how you show up as a student, but then also how you continue to grow as a leader,” Saintal said. Since President Donald Trump’s administration issued a series of executive orders targeting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility programs see deia page 6
Members of the Latiné Undergraduates Creating History in America’s executive board for the 2025-26 year. courtesy of jesús tiburcio zane
chancellor search
Chancellor committee finalizes criteria, outlines goals for hire By Sydney DePietto asst. news editor
Syracuse University’s Chancellor Search Committee announced its finalized position description as it begins to search for Chancellor Kent Syverud’s successor. The document outlines general expectations for SU’s next chancellor and general information under three main sections: The Leadership Opportunity, Candidate Profile and
About the University, the Tuesday campus-wide email stated. The Daily Orange has broken down each section and what the committee is looking for in a candidate.
The leadership opportunity
This section outlines the expectations and opportunities for SU’s new chancellor, stating they will serve as an “inspiring and transparent communicator,” listening to faculty, staff, students and community leaders.
Expectations include advancing SU’s “unique character” as a private university with a “public spirit” committed to providing access and opportunity to students of all backgrounds, including veterans, first-generation students and international students. The next chancellor will serve as an advocate for higher education in an “increasingly skeptical environment” and be a “champion” of shared governance, fostering a culture of transparency.
Potential candidates should also be “crisis-tested,” comfortable making “difficult choices” and collaborating to create a shared vision. Creating a campus that is committed to civil discourse and academic freedom is also listed. The next chancellor should uphold diverse perspectives, rigorous debate and protect free speech at SU, according to the document. The position description mentions Micron, as SU played a role in
the company’s decision to build a semiconductor facility in the Town of Clay. It states the next chancellor will be part of a “critical moment,” developing strategies that work with academic programs, research and workforce development with the needs of developing industries.
Candidate profile
The committee’s ideal leader is described as someone who’s demonsee profile page 6