Graduation Guide 2021 by The Daily Orange

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Graduation Guide C • Weekend activities

Not sure where to take your friends and family over graduation weekend? Our D.O. graduating staffers have recommendations. Page 3

N • Four years later

SU’s Class of 2021 looks back on an unprecedented college career with a breakdown of 10 major events since fall 2017. Page 12

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Six graduating D.O. staffers offered their recommendations on where to take family and friends over graduation weekend. The spots included a mix of parks, museums and eateries. photos by corey henry, sarah lee and louis platt the daily orange

Senior sightseeing Daily Orange graduating seniors share their recommendations on where to take family and friends over graduation weekend By Louis Platt culture editor

he Daily Orange’s staff have reported on and visited many locations in Syracuse. A few graduating staffers offered recommendations on where their fellow graduates should take their families and friends who are visiting for commencement weekend.

The Skä•noñh Center

The Skä•noñh – Great Law of Peace Center, located on Onondaga Lake Parkway in Liverpool, tells the stories of the Indigenous peoples of central New York. The center rests near the shores of Onondaga Lake, where the Haudenosaunee Confederacy was founded. Anna Henderson, a former digital design editor at The D.O., recommends taking your family here over the weekend because the center tells Indigenous peoples’ history from their perspective rather than the colonizer’s. “I think to leave Syracuse without an understanding of the Indigenous history here would be a disservice to the education you’re supposed to come here to learn,” Henderson said.

CNY Regional Market

The first commencement ceremony of the weekend, which takes place on Saturday, doesn’t start until 4 p.m. That means there is plenty of time to stop by the Central New York Regional Market, which is open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday. Since 1938, the market has been the Syracuse community’s go-to for local, fresh food such as bread, fruit and honey. Because of its 7 a.m. opening time, the market is perfect for students and parents who wake up early, said Sarah Slavin, a former assistant copy editor, copy chief, assistant feature editor and podcast host at The D.O. It’s difficult to get reservations at restaurants during the pandemic and during graduation weekend in general, so a picnic with food from the market is the route to go, Slavin said. “Find an outside place … and do a picnic,” Slavin said.

Elmwood Park

In Elmwood Park, visitors will find picnic tables and hiking trails along Furnace Creek, named after a furnace that used to make bullets in that area during the War of 1812. Former assistant news editor and enterprise editor Gabe Stern recommends taking family and friends here because of its history. It’s also a particularly nice place to get lost in, he said. “The history behind it just kind of enhances the experience itself,” Stern said. After the war, the land was used as farmland until 1889. It then hosted two resorts, but after a fire burned down one of the resorts in 1909, the plot of land remained vacant for over a decade. In 1920, the city bought the land and turned it into Elmwood Park. Stern recommended staying along the creek because you’ll find signs that recognize the park’s history as well as a mini waterfall. And if you’re unable to make it over to Elmwood, Stern recommends visit-

ing Thornden Park’s water tower —which is a short walk from campus — with a blanket in tow. “You can kind of see the Syracuse skyline,” he said. “You can see the campus and the sunsets. They are just great.”

Eden

Amy Nakamura, a former design editor, digital editor and feature editor, said she felt like she was in Brooklyn for the evening when she and her boyfriend went to Eden. The open-kitchen restaurant in Hanover Square sources the majority of its food locally. Nakamura said Eden is a great place to take friends and family for a celebratory dinner because of its gourmet menu — which currently includes a New York strip steak and goat cheese ravioli — and ambiance, which is ideal for some who prefer a quiet evening compared to some of the busier dining spots in downtown Syracuse. “We walked into Eden and we sat at the bar. And the food was phenomenal, probably one of the best meals I feel like I’ve had in Syracuse,” Nakamura said.

Everson Museum of Art

Diana Riojas, a former digital copy chief, asst. feature editor and feature editor, used to go to the Everson Museum of Art when she felt overwhelmed by schoolwork and needed a break. She appreciates how the Everson spotlights the work of local artists — such as Jaleel Campbell’s exhibit “Homecoming,” which is on display at the Everson until Aug. 1. Riojas said the museum is a great excursion for the in-between moments, like the time between commencement and dinner. Also, the museum’s community plaza is a nice outdoor location to simply hang off campus, and the museum hosts food trucks and vendors on its plaza from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fridays. “You could definitely spend an hour or two in between events and just check it out,” Riojas said. “Have a little bit of some calmness in between the busy graduation weekend.”

Anything But Beer

Dining with dietary restrictions can be a hassle. Former D.O. design editor, digital design director and presentation director Talia Trackim has celiac disease — a sensitivity to gluten — but Anything But Beer makes the dining experience safe and easy for her. The restaurant accommodates other dietary restrictions such as lactose intolerance and nut allergies, and the menu clearly states which dishes are suitable for each dietary restriction, she said. Trackim said her favorite dish is Anything But Beer’s mac and cheese made with potato gnocchi. She looks forward to returning to the gluten-free brewery and restaurant when her family is in town because of how safe they make people with gluten allergies and intolerances feel, and she recommends families give the restaurant a try during commencement weekend. “(It) makes me feel extra safe as a consumer because I can clearly see that the food is not gluten, and it hasn’t been contaminated by gluten,” Trackim said. louis@dailyorange.com @jbl_98

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Rachel Gwendolyn Aaron

Karli Bennett

Colin Blais

Congratulations Rachel! Such an amazing four years of friendships, fun and memories to last a lifetime. Shout out to Delta Gamma sisters Bobbi, Charley, Izzy and Nia!

Graduating from college is definitely quite a great achievement. However, this does not mean it all ends here. There are many more achievements awaiting you in the future. All you have to do is look inside you and you will discover you have the ability to do great things. I am so proud of you and love you!

Colin, we knew the day you were born that you would change the world! Finishing college a semester early, president of the honor society, published author and presenter, legislative intern, champion of the environment, and staunch supporter of fairness, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are so proud of you! As a master’s degree candidate at American University in Washington DC, you are in the right place to continue changing the world!

Love, Mom, Dad, Jake and Kramer

We love you! Mom, Dad & Sami

Daniel BradleyVillarini

Caitlin Marie Collins

Congratulations! We are so proud of you!

Words really can’t express just how proud we are of you and what you have accomplished so far. During the past four years your desire, passion, and thirst for knowledge has not only empowered you but those around you. We have no doubt you will far exceed even your own expectations in Law school. Go get em!

Love, Mom, James, Will, Aunt Kerry, Andrew, Nana & Pops and Pam & Ernie

Love Dad and Cat

Anthony Dabbundo

We are so proud of all you have accomplished over the past four years and your dedication and contribution to the Daily Orange, Citrus TV, and FOSAC. Your journey ahead will be a great one. We love you!

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Casey Darnell

Alyssa Feldmann

John Fenton

Congratulations!

We are so proud of how hard you’ve worked to exceed the goals you set for yourself at SU. Continue to aim high as you embark on the next chapter of your journey. Dream big. We know your future is bright!

Who would have thought when we dropped you off for your freshman year that you would be graduating in a global pandemic! We are so very proud of your resilience, hard work and accomplishments. Can not wait to see what your next chapter brings! Forever Orange! Go Cuse!

Love, Mom and Dad

Love, Dad, Mom, Krista & Blue

Love, Mom, Dad and Griffin

Griffin P. Goode

Scott Greenblatt

Patrick Stephen Gunn

Griffin,

We are so proud of you of all you have done over the past four years. Keep up the amazing work - we are excited to “hear” what’s next! We all love you!

We are filled with pride over the fine young man you have become and all that you have accomplished over the past four years (including writing for the D.O.)! We celebrate your success and are excited to see what comes next. Always enjoy the ride and believe in yourself as you are incredibly bright, creative and kind. You have so much to offer the world.

Graduation is one of life’s greatest achievements. Our wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to. So, keep writing the notes, lyrics and dreaming big. Love Mom, Dad, Nolan & Finley P.S. May your hats fly as high as your dreams – M. Scott

Godspeed and love, Mom, Dad and Vincent

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Ronni Isenberg

Michael Joyce

Ethan Madura

Dear Ronni,

Congratulations! Never stop following your dreams.

Congratulations Ethan! We are so incredibly proud of you!

Nikas Mallous

Louisa Mancuso

Julia Simone Nowicki

Congratulations Niko!!! We are so proud of the man you have become and know you will do great things. We love you so much and can’t wait to see what the future hold for you. You have worked hard and now get to reap the benefits. We will always support you in anything you choose to do.

Congratulations on your Graduation! May your dreams take you to the corners of your smiles, to the highest of your hopes, to the windows of your opportunities and to the most special places your heart has ever known. We love you and we know you were made for great things!

Love always, Mom, Dad, Augie and Zoe

With Love, Mom, Dad & Johnny

Words cannot express how deeply proud and amazed we are by your hard work, effort and determination these past five years. You’ve had an amazing ride, created lasting memories, had travel adventures and made life long friends. Congratulations on your Master’s Degree from Whitman!

We are so very proud of all of your accomplishments at SU. Your hard work and determination certainly shined in these past 4 years. You followed your dream and you conquered it. The best is yet to come. We love you here’s to the next chapter. Love, Mom and Dad

Love you always, Mom & Christian

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Marc Orlin

Patrick F. Penfield

Alex Pesantez

Congratulations Marc! We are so incredibly proud of you and love you so much!!! What a great four years at Syracuse. Can’t wait to see what’s next.

We are so proud of you and all that you’ve accomplished at Syracuse. You have such a bright future ahead of you, great memories and experiences behind you and everything you need within you. Cheers to what’s ahead - we are all around you.

“Ability is what you’re capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it,” L. Holtz. We could not be more proud of what you have achieved and who you have become.

Love, Mom, Dad, Vicky, and Katie.

Love, Mom and Dad

Christopher Sacchi Caitlin Margaret Sanders

Congratulations Chris! We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments at Syracuse University. We wish you all the best as you begin an exciting new chapter in your life. Enjoy the journey! Love Always, Mom, Dad & Elizabeth

We are so proud Caitlin! All your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them! We are sure you will! We LOVE You! Mom & Dad

Love, Mom and Enrique

Jordan Schaffer

Congratulations to Jordan and the Syracuse University Class of 2021! Jordan, we are so proud of all that you have accomplished! We celebrate you on your graduation and always. Go Cuse! We love you! Mom, Dad, Allie & Ben & Milo

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Stephanie Schein Justin Schoenbach

Will Scott

Your first words when you stepped onto the campus for the very first time were, “this is going to be my home for the next 4 years”. We hope your years at SU were everything you hoped it would be, aside from covid! We love you and are so proud of all you have accomplished!

Congrats to our passionate, smart, talented, hard-working, sports broadcasting, custardloving, orange suit-wearing son! We love you more than words can describe and are beyond proud of you! Keep dreaming BIG! “When there’s a Will, there’s a way!”

Lauren Silverstein

Jared Sidney Simon

Patrick Slater

We are so proud of ALL of your SU accomplishments, & the kind, hard working, thoughtful & passionate woman that you are! Every day is a gift; treasure & make the most of each one. We wish you happiness, love, success and just the best life has to offer always.

Congratulations Jared! We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments! We know the future looks so bright for you and can’t wait to see what’s next.

Patrick, congrats on carrying on the family tradition at SU that began in 1928. Four generations of Orange. You will be the first to stay for a Masters! Please stay out of jail between now and graduation. Remember, when Syracuse wins we Party. When Syracuse loses we drink.

Stephanie Congratulations on this amazing accomplishment. We are so proud of you. You are smart, fun, funny and a great person. We know that you will go far in life. We love you! Mom and Dad

We love you forever! Mom, Dad & Josh

We love you so much, Mom, Dad, Josh & Jayda

Love, Dad, Mom, and Reagan

Love the Fam.

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Gabe Stern

Josie Tracy

Andrew Ross Wallman

Gabriel-

Josie Tracy,

Congratulations!! We’re so proud of you and everything you’ve done at Syracuse and with the DO, and still so many stories yet to be written.

we are so proud of you! You are brilliance, joy and delight. Go forth into the world, share that radiance. Make the world a better place. Spread your capable, adventurous, amazing wings and fly! See as much beauty as you can.

Congrats Andrew on your college graduation and big wishes for wonderful surprises on your next journey.

We love you, Mom, Dad and Leo

Love: Mom, Dad, Sam, Ethan & Justin

Enjoy life with love, Mom Dad Shawn

Ben Waterhouse

Aliza Willsey

Paige Wucherpfennig

Congratulations Ben!! What a great 4 years! We’re so proud of you and can’t wait to see the next chapter.

Congratulations Aliza! We are incredibly proud of you! “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” (RWE) Continue to push the boundaries and “boldly go where no one has gone before!” (ST)

Congratulations Paige! We are so proud of you! You have always been the perfect daughter(not biased). You have brought so much joy to our lives with your beautiful smile, sense of humor, many talents and always amaze us with your I can do anything attitude. So excited to see what your next chapter is all about. Love ya!

Love, Mom, Dad, Sarah and Reilly

Love, hugs and admiration, Mom & Dad

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Fall 2017 - Spring 2021:

THE PAST 4 YEARS AT SU By Abby Weiss and Richard J Chang

s Syracuse University’s Class of 2021 looks back on an unprecedented college career, it’s hard to believe a campus can change so much in four years. Classes moved online. Semesters were cut short due

to the COVID-19 pandemic. Protests erupted against inequality. Students and faculty demanded institutional change. While it is difficult to boil down the last four years into a handful of events, The Daily Orange brainstormed 10 major events from fall 2017 to today. Here are our picks:

oct. 13, 2017

Clemson upset april 18, 2018 - april 21, 2018

SU expels Theta Tau fraternity

SU suspended its chapter of Theta Tau, a professional engineering fraternity, after video evidence showed fraternity members engaging in behaviors that were “extremely racist, anti-Semitic, homophobic, sexist and hostile toward people with disabilities.” On April 18, student protesters gathered outside Chancellor Kent Syverud’s house and demanded SU release the videos. Syverud announced on April 21 that Theta Tau was permanently expelled from campus.

feb. 9, 2019

Ackerman Avenue Assault

Three students reported being approached and struck with a handgun by an unknown woman on the 800 block of Ackerman Avenue just after midnight on Feb. 9. A statement circulated among students the following Monday accusing SU and the Department of Public Safety of mishandling the incident. The statement said three students of color were assaulted by three white men and one white woman, who struck the students with a pistol and threatened to shoot them. SU’s Student Association and Student AfricanAmerican Society held a forum, where students called on administration and DPS to increase transparency and communication. People at the forum also said the assault was representative of a larger issue of students of color not feeling safe or welcome on campus.

sept. 14, 2019 SU opened the Barnes Center at The Arch after 18 months of construction and $50 million in renovations. Students praised the new fitness and health facility, which added new wellness amenities and consolidated all health and counseling services to a centralized location.

march 16 - march 22, 2020

On-campus classes suspended, 1st COVID-19 case in Onondaga county

SU suspended on-campus classes for the remainder of the spring 2020 semester just hours after the first confirmed case of the coronavirus in Onondaga County. University officials encouraged students to leave campus by March 22, and students took their classes online for the remainder of the semester. Students were welcomed back on campus for the fall 2020 semester, but they finished the last two weeks online after a spike in cases.

nov. 7, 2020

Joe Biden becomes the 1st SU alumnus elected president

The Syracuse College of Law graduate became the first SU alumnus elected president of the U.S. The former vice president won against Donald Trump after obtaining more than 290 electoral votes with victories in battleground states. His running mate, Sen. Kamala Harris, became the first woman, first Black person and first Asian American person to be elected vice president. Biden and Harris assumed office in Jan. 2021.

Syracuse pulled off a monumental 27-24 upset of No. 2 Clemson, making this game one of the biggest victories in the program’s history. After quarterback Eric Dungey lunged at the end of a third-and-8 run to count for a first down, a crowd of 42,475 fans — made up of SU students and die-hard locals — stormed the field and embraced players.

sept. 16, 2018

A$AP Ferg, Playboi Carti co-headline Juice Jam Playboi Carti and A$AP Ferg co-headlined Juice Jam Music Festival in 2018. Playboi Carti rapped along to the audio of some of his hit songs like “Magnolia” and “Poke It Out,” but he left abruptly after the speaker malfunctioned. A$AP Ferg then energized the crowd before going into his classic cuts from A$AP Mob. Opening for the two were Anne-Marie, Loud Luxury and Omar Apollo.

feb. 20, 2019

Jim Boeheim hits, kills man in I-690 crash

Syracuse head basketball coach Jim Boeheim struck and killed Syracuse resident Jorge Jimenez while driving on Interstate 690 late at night after SU’s game against Louisville. 51-year-old Jimenez was transported to Upstate University Hospital following the crash and was later pronounced dead. Jimenez’s estate filed a lawsuit against Boeheim in November, alleging the coach was negligent, driving an SUowned vehicle at a high rate of speed leading up to the crash.

nov. 2019 and feb.-march 2020

Hate crimes and protests

On Nov. 7, racist graffiti targeting Black and Asian students on the fourth and sixth floors of Day Hall was reported to DPS. SU did not release a statement until Renegade Magazine and The Daily Orange published reports of the graffiti. Student protesters issued demands to the university, urging SU to increase DPS transparency and implement diversity training for faculty and staff, and calling for the resignation of Chancellor Kent Syverud. #NotAgainSU, a movement led by Black students, held a sit-in at the newly-completed Barnes Center for eight days. The group would later occupy Crouse-Hinds Hall for 31 days during Feb. and March 2020 and issue additional demands.

sept. 27, 2020

Renovated Carrier Dome home opener

During the pandemic, SU continued renovations to the Carrier Dome, a $118 million project implementing accessibility measures that complied with guidelines from the Americans with Disabilities Act, improving Wi-Fi and adding a four-sided video board in the stadium’s center. The first game in the renovated Dome was the the football home opener. The game had no fans because of pandemic restrictions, but fans were later welcomed back into the Dome in March 2021 during the lacrosse season.