The Oswegonian

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Year: 2015

Opinion

Water found on Mars, now humans?

The concept of human colonization on other planets goes way back, but NASA has made it clear that it plans to do just that at some point in the future. Last month’s groundbreaking announcement of seeping liquid saltwater on the…

Opinion

Breast cancer bewareness

Ladies, get out your pink apparel, it’s breast cancer awareness month. Let us “celebrate” with pink cupcakes, pink tutus, pink hair dye and the pink bracelets that remind us to “save the ta-ta’s!” Over the past couple of years, America…

Opinion

Playboy squashes tradition

Playboy, the men’s entertainment and lifestyle magazine founded by Hugh Hefner in 1953, pioneered the concept of a “men’s magazine” with provocative, nude images of beautiful women. It’s been a staple in pop culture and men’s lifestyle publications for over…

In the Office Opinion

Off-campus housing: Deadlines required

Being a junior at Oswego State, the fall semester is the time to go searching for an off-campus house. Many students that are juniors already went through this process their sophomore year. Many also decide to stay on campus for…

Opinion

Mass shootings now frightening routine

Another mass shooting took place in America last week. This violent, hateful, brutal slaughter was committed in a community college in Oregon. The story unfolded throughout the day on Thursday, Oct. 1 and we learned pieces of the tragedy that…

Opinion

‘Peeple’ app provides new rating outlet

How would you like the power to judge someone? Everyone already has it and they use it on a daily basis. You judge how people walk, talk, eat fruit and more. Now imagine having that power to judge displayed for…

Opinion

Facebook dislike option in works

Questionably the most popular social networking site to ever exist, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerburg announced that Facebook will be adding a dislike button to its mix.  Its initial purpose will provide a way for users to express their sympathies and…

Opinion

Kim Davis strikes again

Kim Davis just won’t go away. Now she is dragging the Pope along with her. Davis, the well known antagonist in the campaign of anti-marriage licenses for same-sex couples in Kentucky, has now infiltrated Pope Francis’ kindness as part of…

Opinion

‘Let Girls Learn’ initiative soars

This year, first lady Michelle Obama has set out on a mission to get education to young girls around the world. Her “Let Girls Learn” initiative is starting to reach millions around the world. She has begun talks and social…

In the Office Opinion

Pet policy proves difficult for animal lovers

I’ve lived my entire life with animals, as I’m sure plenty of people on campus have. I’ve had dogs, cats, hamsters and sugar gliders all throughout my life. I had grown up with an animal’s unconditional love until I left…