Syracuse University was established in 1870. Every year on March 24th Syracuse University celebrates “National Orange Day” encouraging all of Orange Nation to don their orange proudly. A link to our University’s Facts & Figures
Syracuse University Campus Traditions are found here, including;
Otto the Orange is our mascot (genderless) and incredibly beloved by all of Syracuse. Otto has been rated best mascot in ACC and inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame in 2023; “Orange Central” This is our name for Homecoming; always coordinated with a home Football game; The Legend of 44; 10 Celebrated University Traditions
Notable Alumni can be found here; list not exhaustive.
2024-2025 Spring Sports
50th anniversary of Syracuse’s first NCAA Final Four team (1974-75)
2024-2025 marks the 150 years of Syracuse University Rowing
2025 Football Themes
September 6th vs UConn Military Appreciation Game
September 27th vs Duke FB Family Weekend
October 18th versus Pitt FB Orange Central Weekend
October 31st vs UNC Orange Out (wear Orange)
November 29th vs Boston College – Art Monk Jersey retirement
2025 Fall Sports
10th anniversary of Syracuse’s first Field Hockey National Championship
September 26th Field Hockey – Alyssa Manley Jersey retirement