They come from far away, and stay for too short a time. International students are an important and growing part of the Syracuse community, and they sometimes struggle to make friends in their host country. We sat down with five international exchange students from all across the world to learn about their experiences at Syracuse …
As a New Media Management alumna, Xiaowei Wang gave us an inspiring speech on the second day of our trips in New York City. She attracted my attention at first sight, not only because she has eye- catching pink hair, but also because she works in the industry which I dream about. Wang is a …
As friends and former classmates from Newhouse New Media Management program, Tom Staudt and Sebastian Benkert are now working together at ARK Investment as the president of ETF Trust and Director of Marketing, respectively. The Program director Steve Masiclat introduced them to Cathie Wood, CEO at ARK at a conference and the following are some …
It’s that time again, the onset of winter combined with the dread of final exams, making this the perfect time to scope out the best cafés to get a cup of coffee in Syracuse. This time, I focus on independently-owned coffee shops. 1.Café Kubal Café Kubal is well-known in the Syracuse area, with shops in both the downtown and …
It’s a simple reality of life in America. You have to have a driver license. As an international student, you will need to have a valid and easily understood I.D. to not only drive in the states, but also to be eligible for better rates on car insurance—a massive savings over a 4-year student stay. Moreover, a …
The big day for many of us is coming – Christmas! Some people may cannot help thinking of the phrases “What am I going to buy for Christmas gifts?” and “Someone help me please!” Well, if you are under these situations, calm down. Here are some options you could consider: 1. Galu Brass Cuff High designs …
The first snowfall of the year in Syracuse signaled the coming of winter. Some people may still miss the sunshine in summer and do not get used to the low temperatures and relentless winds. Well, having a cup of hot tea can definitely help and warm you from inside out. Roji Tea Lounge, having the most …
Every year, more and more people join our Orange Squad. For most students, relocating in a new city, or even a new country, is never an easy thing. And the first as well as the most important mission for them is to find a good apartment to settle down. In this article, I’ll introduce two apartments, describe …
As an international student, if you ask me which part of Syracuse surprises me the most, I will say it is definitely the long winter. I am not joking. Syracuse has the longest winter I have ever seen, lasting more than five months! For anyone who has spent a full year in Syracuse, you are …