Hate speech and other bias-related incidents will be posted to this page within 48 hours. However, to prevent jeopardizing active investigations, there may be instances where it takes longer than 48 hours to post. Reports made via the STOP Bias website will only be referred to the Department of Public Safety if the reporter chooses or if the nature of the incident requires DPS involvement.
This page will be your trusted source of accurate and reliable information as it relates to bias incidents.
Most Recent Bias Incident Report:
Department of Public Safety Investigating Reported Bias Incident in Dineen Hall
The Department of Public Safety is investigating a reported bias incident in Dineen Hall. Based on DPS’ early assessment, an Israeli flag was removed from one locker and another flag, that in this context can be considered anti-Semitic, was placed immediately across from, and facing, the locker that had displayed the Israeli flag.
DPS’ is actively investigating this matter. Additionally, our student experience team is in contact with the impacted students to provide support.
“We are working closely with our colleagues in the College of Law to identify the individual or individuals responsible,” says Craig Stone, associate vice president and DPS Chief. “We ask that anyone with information to come forward – either directly or anonymously – to help us bring this matter to a swift resolution.”
If you have any information about this incident, please contact DPS at 315.443.2224 or by submitting an anonymous report using the Orange Safe App. To report a bias incident or to receive support, visit the Stop Bias website or email stopbias@syr.edu.
Additionally, if you or someone you know has been affected by a bias incident, resources are available.
Past Bias Incident Reports:
Visit our updated investigative tracker and archive of all past bias incident reports.