safety

Increased pedaling due to more than just nice weather
By Michele Maciejewski
October 28, 2011 - 4:07pm
While Syracuse has had its share of warm weather this fall, that is not the only reason for increased bikes on campus.

Twenty years ago, Syracuse University had around 30 bike racks. Today, bikers in the university community can choose to park at one of 238 locations throughout the main and south campuses, according to James Thompson, manager of crime prevention for the SU Department of Public Safety. On busy days, bikers have also helped themselves to various railings, sign posts and fences to lock up to.

IndyCar Driver Dies In 15-Car Collision
By Ben Glidden
October 17, 2011 - 5:18pm
Sports fans mourn Dan Wheldon, 33, who died during the Las Vegas Indy 300

It was a sad day for not only IndyCar fans, but sports fans all around the world on Sunday. Two-time Indianapolis 500 winner and familiar face in the racing world, Dan Wheldon, died after a 15-car collision at Las Vegas Motor Speedway just 11 laps into the final race of the season. 

Wheldon was rushed to University Medical Center after the crash and the news of his death was delivered by IndyCar CEO Randy Bernard shortly after.

How safe (or not) is Thornden Park?
By Annabel Hine
February 20, 2011 - 10:34pm
While the 76-acre park adjacent to SU's campus has a reputation for criminal activity, actual incidents since 2008 suggest the popular spot may not be as dangerous as many believe.

What comes to mind when you hear the words Thornden Park?

Picnics, fresh air, long walks and gardens?

Or rather, is it rape, robbery, assault and murder?

If you’re a Syracuse University student, there’s a good chance Thornden’s sinister reputation as a place where criminals lurk behind every rose bush trumps nearly anything you’ve heard about the park’s assets.

BP plans to focus on safety post-spill
By Marissa Perlman
September 29, 2010 - 1:47pm
The new chief executive plans to set up a global safety program to regain trust in BP.

Two days before he is to take over as chief executive of British oil giant BP, Robert Dudley, said that he plans to set up a new global safety division for his company, according to The New York Times.

AIDS, love and college students
By Christine Mehta
October 21, 2009 - 11:39pm
Health educator Scott Fried delivers a frank talk on sexual relationships and protecting yourself from HIV/AIDS.

“I need you all to stay awake. If you fall asleep you’ll really miss out on something great.”

Perched on the edge of the Goldstein Auditorium stage Wednesday night, Scott Fried began his talk to 250 Syracuse University students with that opening line. 

Fried was infected with HIV in 1987. The national public speaker and health educator has made it his mission for the past 18 years to help others protect themselves from the disease. 

Your Take: Campus security cameras
By NewsHouse Staff
October 14, 2009 - 7:30pm
SU students react to 168 new surveillance cameras placed near the entrances and exits of campus residence halls.

Syracuse University’s Department of Public Safety recently completed a long-term project to bring 168 surveillance cameras to campus residence halls and one academic building.

While the cameras are constantly rolling, DPS dispatchers are not always monitoring the footage.  If a crime occurs near an SU dorm, DPS officials will check the tape and see who has been hanging around the building.