Events

Operation Orange Warmup Is Collecting Winter Coats

Help the University’s annual coat drive by donating new and gently used coats:

  • Through Friday, Dec. 5, collection bins will be available at Hendricks Chapel, the Schine Student Center on North Campus, Goldstein Student Center on South Campus, Lally Athletic Complex and the Nancy Cantor Warehouse.
  • Through Friday, Jan. 16, students can donate in select residence halls. Collection bins will be available in Ernie Davis, Milton, Orange, Day, and Brewster, Boland and Brockway halls.
  • Don’t have an extra coat but still want to donate? Scan the QR code at any collection bin to purchase a new coat from the InterFaith Works wishlist.

United Way Employee Giving Campaign

The employee giving campaign runs through Friday, Dec. 12.

Celebrating 103 years of impact in the local community, the United Way of Central New York funds human service programs and projects at 35 nonprofit partners.

  • University employees may make a voluntary pledge through the United Way’s ePledge platform.
  • University retirees are also invited to participate as many enjoy the longstanding tradition and generous spirit of this annual event.
  • For those who prefer, a paper pledge card may be obtained by contacting the University’s Office of Community Engagement at oceed@syr.eduor 315.443.4137.