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In a time of change, SGA needs to know what the students want

Melissa Hanson September 17, 2014

The Student Government Association has begun making plans for the year, but in the midst of change at Suffolk and on top of their immediate goals, SGA needs to know what the students want. First on...

Now official, SAAC wants to boost school spirit, athletic attendance

Now official, SAAC wants to boost school spirit, athletic attendance

Sam Humphrey September 17, 2014

It’s a common complaint and frustration among Suffolk’s student-athletes and coaches: our teams work hard, our athletes are passionate, but the matches and games are sparsely attended because so few...

New president, new direction

New president, new direction

Melissa Hanson September 9, 2014

Norman Smith stepped into Suffolk’s top position on Sept. 1 after the shocking and unexpected leave of former president James McCarthy. Smith, who has had a robust career of turning around universities...

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From businessman to university president

Jeremy Hayes September 9, 2014

Stepping into the large office on the 13th floor of 73 Tremont, it was like the U-Haul just dropped off Suffolk University’s now interim president, Norman Smith. His office looked ready for the school...

Students, professors welcome Smith with mixed reaction

Students, professors welcome Smith with mixed reaction

September 9, 2014

As Suffolk welcomes its new President, Dr. Norman Smith, faculty and students have expressed a mix of opinions on what they hope the new president will bring to the university, as well as their reflections...

Smith, a self-proclaimed urban maven, hopes to raise standards at Suffolk

Smith, a self-proclaimed “urban maven,” hopes to raise standards at Suffolk

Melissa Hanson August 28, 2014

When Norman R. Smith was asked by the Registry for College and University presidents if he was immediately available to step in to leadership at Suffolk University, he dove right in. Smith lived in Boston...

James McCarthy (Photo by Ally Thibault)

James McCarthy leaves Suffolk

Melissa Hanson August 27, 2014

Suffolk University on Wednesday announced James McCarthy would no longer act as president of the university, just days before the start of the fall semester, officials said. The university’s board...

University shuts down Rappaport Center

Sam Humphrey August 18, 2014

By Sam Humphrey and Melissa Hanson The Rappaport Center for Law and Public Service was shut down by Suffolk University on Monday, officials said, leaving an air of disappointment for some of those involved. Alasdair...

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Fenton building sold

Melissa Hanson July 15, 2014

Suffolk University has closed a sale on the Fenton building today, according to Greg Gatlin, a university spokesman. The Boston Business Journal has reported the building was purchased for $15 million. Fenton...

Reorganization of administration and declining enrollment lead to job cuts

Thalia Yunen June 12, 2014

By Thalia Yunen and Melissa Hanson Suffolk University’s president announced in an email to all employees on Thursday that 14 jobs were eliminated from the university. In the email, obtained by the...

Faculty salaries on hold until November

Melissa Hanson June 11, 2014

Suffolk University professors will see a freeze on their salary starting next month and lasting until November, according to an email sent to employees Wednesday, which was followed by an email from the...

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Boston’s Freedom Trail gets a makeover

Thalia Yunen June 9, 2014

There’s a new trail in town,  designed to help the city of Boston save money, and help tourists find their way. The Department of Public Works has allocated $50,000 towards placement of red, white,...

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