Schweikert: Columnist picks college over winter break
There’s nothing quite like finishing that last final. You’re writing like a maniac, BSing the last part of your essay about checks and balances and… Read more »
Writer archives: Zach Schweikert
Thanksgiving day dinners share similarities with college parties
As much as I love Syracuse, I can't wait to get out of here for the week. The Garden State's slightly higher temperatures, strip malls,… Read more »
Schweikert: No-Shave November allows for self-expression, poses many challenges
As we get closer to the third full week of November, the decay of autumn that leads to winter is becoming more and more obvious.… Read more »
Schweikert: Illness comes at worst times for college students
A few weeks ago, I woke up with what felt like a flaming golf ball in my throat. In my morning grogginess I figured one of… Read more »
Schweikert: Students can easily hide from parents on Halloween weekend
If I could dress up like a sexy cat every day, I totally would. We live in an increasingly tolerant world, but it’s still socially… Read more »
Schweikert: Columnist finds profiles on Tinder disappointing, uninteresting
In the name of immersive journalism, I decided to get a Tinder for the weekend. I wanted to see what all the hubbub has been… Read more »
Schweikert: Lack of basic household objects forces columnist to improvise
A few weeks ago, I realized my toenails were starting to get a little gnarly. Not wishing to earn a spot in Guinness World Records,… Read more »
Schweikert: Columnist discusses evolution of dance, awkward encounter at party
Have you ever thought about the first person to dance? All the cavemen and cavewomen are sitting around the fire after the mammoth feast, banging… Read more »
Schweikert: Columnist struggles with vegetarian lifestyle
I actually drank the last meat I ever consumed. Yes, that’s correct. Before my vegetarian odyssey began, the last meat I had was in a… Read more »
Schweikert: Columnist criticizes students for improper laundry room etiquette
It’s almost unthinkable to leave your phone lying around. I’ll admit, when I put it in the wrong pocket, I end up slapping around my… Read more »
Schweikert: Natty Light challenge to end drinking
Although it seemed inescapable over the summer, the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has pretty much lost steam. Maybe it’s getting too cold, maybe there’s no… Read more »
Schweikert: Juice Jam lineup needs more variety, rappers
It might seem crazy, what I’m about to say, but I really wasn’t too happy when this year’s Juice Jam lineup was revealed. I did… Read more »
Schweikert: SU mascot should reflect school's party culture
It’s a reply that has plagued many of us since high school. Whenever you tell someone that you attend Syracuse University, they always, always come back… Read more »
Charity drive seeks donations from faculty, staff, students
Syracuse University’s annual Ten Tons of Love Charity Drive will now seek donations from faculty and staff members as well as students. The drive began… Read more »
Students, city residents to barter, exchange skills
While most people might associate bartering with early civilizations, a new social project is using the same ideas to foster an exchange of skills between… Read more »
Working overtime: Say Yes to Education operations director balances duties as NCAA official, father of three
For Pat Driscoll, there’s more madness to March than college basketball. As an NCAA basketball official, operations director of the Syracuse chapter of Say Yes… Read more »
Pop-up food court event showcases international dishes with Syracuse refugees
On Saturday, Syracuse residents sampled ethnic cuisine from around the world, served by immigrant chefs at a pop-up food court. My Lucky Tummy, a dinner… Read more »
Student group organizes S.T.E.M events, workshop
The Syracuse University chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers will kick off its sixth annual NSBE Week starting next Monday. This year, NSBE… Read more »
Dragging it out: SU continues to consider implications of banning smoking on campus
Before Syracuse University officials can consider the possibility of making the campus smoke free, students, professors and staff have identified several hurdles the school must… Read more »
Former SA members, officials debate possibility of smoke-free campus
Correction: In a previous version of this article, Cliff Douglas’ name was misspelled. The Daily Orange regrets this error. Participants in Thursday’s Campbell Debate discussed… Read more »
Miner sworn into office for second term
Crowds braved the snow to watch Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner be sworn into office for a second term on Saturday. Miner, a Democrat and Syracuse… Read more »
Students submit designs for abandoned space
Several Syracuse University architecture students have created designs that will turn an abandoned building into an experimental art gallery. The designs were submitted by SU… Read more »
SU sells fewer Texas Bowl tickets compared to Pinstripe Bowl
Fewer tickets were sold to this year’s Texas Bowl game compared to last year’s Pinstripe Bowl. Syracuse will face off against Minnesota in Houston on… Read more »
SU cuts ties with Al-Quds University
Political tension in Israel is hitting close to home for the Syracuse University community. Following a series of anti-Semitic demonstrations on Al-Quds University’s campus, Syracuse… Read more »
