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