Orange Online: August 2026 Student Newsletter

This message was originally shared to all students via email on August 6, 2026.

Orange Online at a Glance

Pressed for time? We have you covered. Here are this edition’s topics:

Claude Code and Claude Cowork Now Available

Claude Enterprise is an advanced AI assistant by Anthropic, now available to Syracuse University students. Claude Enterprise users can now access two new tools: Claude Code, for delegating programming tasks from the command line or desktop app, and Claude Cowork, for handing off multi-step work like research and document prep. You can learn more at getclaude.syr.edu.

For more information about the extensive suite of resources available to the campus community, visit ai.syracuse.edu.

Campus Maps

Getting to a new building, meeting or event this semester? Syracuse University’s interactive campus map makes it easy to locate academic buildings, residence halls, dining, parking and more—right from your phone or browser. Click “Wayfinding” and select “Show Only Wheelchair Accessible Routes” to find wheelchair-friendly paths. Maps.

MakerSpace Hours

The ITS MakerSpace is a hands-on fabrication lab with 20-plus machines—3D printers, laser engravers, textile machines and more—open to students, faculty and staff for coursework, research and personal projects. Academic year hours are Monday through Friday, noon to 8 p.m., and weekends, 2 to 6 p.m., on the first floor of Marshall Square Mall (University I.D. required). MakerSpace.

Information Security Tip: Device Readiness

Set your devices up for a secure semester. Before classes start, run any pending updates on your laptop and phone, turn on disk encryption, and make sure your screen locks automatically. It’s the easiest way to protect your work—and your personal info—once you’re back on campus Wi-Fi. Stay Secure.

Digital Accessibility Tip: Sign-Speak

Sign-Speak is here to stay. After a successful pilot last fall, the free service is now a permanent campus resource—interpreting between American Sign Language and spoken or written English in real time, using just a camera. On-demand, campus-wide support, anytime. Sign-Speak.

OrangeNow App

The newly updated OrangeNow helps you customize your experience–including a new dark mode option! The official Syracuse University mobile app now offers you new ways to get the information you need now: class schedules, dining menus, upcoming events and more. Download OrangeNow today. Download App.

AirOrangeX

Stay connected on campus with AirOrangeX, our high-speed wireless network—no login required. Available for laptops, smartphones, gaming consoles and most wireless devices. AirOrangeX provides secure, reliable internet access. Skip personal hotspots on campus to avoid signal interference and help keep the campus network running smoothly. Get Connected.

AI Insights

Explore the latest in artificial intelligence with AI Insights, the newsletter for all things AI. Whether you’re looking to enhance your work with smart tools or simply stay informed, each issue brings you news from higher ed and the tech world and weekly AI tips. Newsletter. 

Tech Tips Weekly

Stay connected and ahead with Tech Tips Weekly—for quick, practical advice to make the most of campus technology. Each week, our newsletter delivers easy-to-follow how-tos, timely service updates and insider looks at the newest features, tools and resources. Subscribe. 

Helpful Resources

ITS and the campuswide information technology community are available year-round to help with your tech questions. Resources include:

Thank you for reading. Go Orange!