Lorde’s ‘Pure Heroine’ gives hope for improvement in pop genre
When Ella Yelich-O’Connor, otherwise known as Lorde, released her debut EP late last year, her expectations of success were rather low. But after creating her surprise-hit “Royals,” Lorde has slowly become an international superstar. Now, at the age of 16,…
‘Breaking Bad’ breaks nation’s heart with explosive ending
Warning: Contains spoilers “Look upon my works, ye mighty, and despair.” In the weeks before Breaking Bad returned with the final eight episodes of its split season five, AMC ran a commercial which had the show’s star, Bryan Cranston, reading…
First time ‘Acoustics in the Quad’ showcases student talent
On Saturday, the academic quad hosted an acoustic concert put on by the Oswego State campus radio station, …
Repetitive bland comedy, no innovation in ‘Meatballs’ sequel
The first “Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs” was a surprise success back in 2009, capturing audiences with its fun premise and likable characters. Now the sequel has come, picking up exactly where the last one left off. If you…
Taste the World provides fresh coffee, speciality foods in one locale
[slideshow_deploy id=’13799′] While walking into Canal Commons, the smell of freshly brewed coffee draws the attention of many to Taste the World, a small specialty food and coffee shop at 193 W. 1st St. Entering the store, customers are greeted…
Get downtown on the Centro bus
For students who don’t have cars, the Centro bus is the easiest way to get downtown and explore all Oswego has to offer. Both the Oswego State website and the Centro website provide details.
A rundown of Oswego’s museums
[slideshow_deploy id=’13769′] Take a walk downtown and you will see that Oswego has a rich and varied history. The city has multiple museums you can visit to learn about that history. The Safe Haven Museum, the H. Lee White Marine…
GTA V and iOS7: An Epidemic or a Phenomena?
At some point last week, my neighbor walked past my room to see me extremely concentrated on my television. He stopped and told me “It’s so funny to walk past guys’ rooms and see them so focused playing GTA V.”…
Students chalk up Tyler Hall for Banned Books Week
With some chalk and a little bit of elbow grease, students blanketed the Tyler Hall wall on campus with a variety of challenged and banned book covers. While some may feel censorship is becoming a thing of the past, Amy…
Porn star Ron Jeremy to debate anti-pornography speaker at Oswego State
Student Association Programming Board is presenting a Debate on Pornography on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 8 p.m. in the Hewitt Union Ballroom. The debate will feature former porn star Ron Jeremy and Canadian author and activist Susan G. Cole. Jeremy…
