University Police to hire four new officers
Four University Police officers retired at the end of September, leaving a temporary hole in U.P. Lt. Mike Taylor, Lt. Kirk Coates, Lt. Geri Bosco and Officer David Scott retired on Sept. 29. "Losing their expertise will no doubt have…
S.A. funds could save organizations
A bill granting Tier II organizations their budgets was passed by the student Senate Tuesday night, nearly a quarter of the way into the academic year. In order for the budget to become law, it needs to be signed by…
Troubles with traffic
The amount of New York state traffic tickets issued by University Police on the Oswego State campus increased by 153 percent between 2006 and 2009. 288 tickets were issued in 2006 and 730 in 2009, according to U.P. annual reports….
With horror, slasher flicks gore puts off viewers, detracts from storytelling
For the most part, I love horror stories. In stories about zombies, demons, ghosts, werewolves or vampires (when they’re not being made to look like total pansies by a certain Mormon housewife) if some otherworldly mess happens, and it’s well-written,…
This lesson brought to you by letter E
As the midterm elections approach, there are many pressing issues that voters must weigh. Education, health care, the economic situation, America’s role in global affairs (especially in the Middle East) and the overall direction of the country—these are just a…
Savoring flavors of fall
The leaves on the trees have changed to a more earthy tone. They fall at our feet, and crunch with each step we take. A mild chill is now in the air, blasting forth with each strong Lake Ontario gust….
Politicians’ attack ads waiver
It’s election season, so if you’ve looked at a TV for longer than 30 seconds, you’ve seen at least one political attack commercial. Those are the ones created by campaigns to skewer an opponent’s policies, character or existence in general….
Women sacrificing for relationships may soon suffer regrets
Before the 1950s the sole purpose of women in the world was to lie on their backs, make babies and take care of their households and husbands. During the 1950s and 1960s, women wanted more out of life, so they…
Vetoing voter apathy
This November’s gubernatorial election affects us more directly than the presidential election two Novembers ago. Whoever wins and is sworn in on Jan. 1 will have the final say on the amount of tuition we pay and the state aid…
Tea Party in news today, oh boy
America, we’re in a lot of trouble. Seriously, things aren’t looking good. Saturday was John Lennon’s 70th birthday, so I took a few minutes to reflect on his messages. I realized karma affects us instantaneously, we need to give peace…
