Greek Life members responsible for own perceived stereotypes
A recent letter sent to students at Penn State from university President Eric J. Barron discussed issues the university has faced with its Greek Life and ways they have tried to counteract it to no avail, in most cases. These…
Longshot bill still poses threat
On April 11, North Carolina legislatures filed House Bill 780, also known as the “Uphold Historical Marriage Act.” This bill is a direct attack on the civil rights same-sex couples fought for and finally achieved in 2015. Now, House Bill…
Pompeo finally labels Assange, Wikileaks hostile intel actors
Julian Assange’s public image is quickly shifting from benevolent vigilante to partisan cyber pest. CIA director Mike Pompeo agrees. Pompeo, newly appointed director of the world’s most powerful and sophisticated intelligence apparatus, recently labeled Assange’s website, Wikileaks “a non-state hostile…
Planned Pell cuts hurt vulner
Pell Grant programs are an important part of American higher education and are the only way college is possible for some students. According to USA Today, Congress has considered cutting funding for Pell Grants and Federal Student Loans. Now 575…
Look at OZ: Oswego State Lab Orchestra
On April 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sheldon Ballroom, the Oswego State Lab Orchestra will perform their semi-annual concert under the direction of student conductor Kevan Spencer and music faculty member, Juan F. La Manna, the Director of the…
‘Mystery Science Theater 3000’ returns with original charm
There are many shows that are so beloved by fans that they seem to be immune to being cancelled. “Futurama,” “Community,” “Arrested Development” and “Family Guy” fall under that category. Shows that are so ingrained into people’s minds that it…
‘VEEP’ offers hilarious look into American politics
The season six premiere of HBO’s comedy series “VEEP” aired Sunday evening and received its usual warm reception. Prior to the premiere, some concerns were raised about how this latest season will tackle the current state of U.S. politics, which…
‘DAMN.,’ another perfect addition to Lamar’s resume
As the nation sails into uncharted waters with a mad man at the helm and the future looking murky, it is a blessing to have an artist like Kendrick Lamar provide clarity and sanity during these dreary days. The Compton-based…
Rich Homie Quan succeeds going ‘Back to Basics’
Rich Homie Quan released his latest mixtape “Back to the Basics” on April 14. Fans have waited since November 2015 for the Atlanta rapper to release a project. While they will have to continue to wait on Quan’s major label…
‘Fate of the Furious’ loses all logic in latest sequel
The “Fast and Furious” universe has been the worst victim of Hollywood franchising the world has ever seen. The latest installment, “The Fate of the Furious,” is debatably the worst yet. What started as humble street racing films with a…
