The Oswegonian

The Independent Student Newspaper of Oswego State

DATE

Dec. 24, 2024

Month: September 2021

SUNY Oswego athletics department welcomes new director

Wendy McManus has been hired by SUNY Oswego as the director of intercollegiate athletics after an almost two year vacancy in the position.  McManus, who has worked all over the United States, started her career as a volleyball coach at…

‘Behind the Mask’ investigates student experience

“Behind the Mask” is a WNYO podcast now also becoming a column on The Oswegonian that locates international students on campus and alumni living abroad and reports on what their experiences have been like overseas coping with COVID-19. Host and…

Sixth Oswego ‘Porchfest’ celebrated local musicians

By John Custodio The sixth Oswego Porchfest happened on Sept. 19, featuring 64 local bands and musicians playing on the porches of houses in the historic Franklin Square park and Montcalm park neighborhoods. Sponsored by local businesses like Pathfinder Bank,…

Student explains struggles with COVID-19

As the deadline to meet the full vaccination status outlined by SUNY Oswego fast approaches, one student is sharing what the battle against COVID-19 was like for him. Lane Russell was looking forward to the return to in-person classes, but…

Open Skate returns to campus with new restrictions

Recreational ice skating activities have resumed this fall at SUNY Oswego. Open Skate sessions are managed by the Oswego Skate Shop. The Shop operates as a part of the programs provided by the Department of Campus Life. Open Skate sessions…

SUNY Oswego student debuts ‘Clotheslyne’

‘Why do laundry yourself if you hate doing it?’ is the question that Clotheslyne is about to ask the residents of Oswego.  In October, the startup company Clotheslyne is bringing a service to Oswego that many would not have ever…

Oswego State golf place first in two tournaments

Learning techniques from fellow teammates is a common habit for seniors Ryan Fecco and Joe Marszelak in the game of golf. This year’s Oswego State men’s golf team is off to a promising start this fall finishing first of seven…

Volleyball reflects on team chemistry and first half of 2021 season

The Oswego State women’s volleyball team began their season in early September and so far, they are having a decent start. They hope to rebound and win on Sept. 24.  Coach Jefferson O’Connell has been Oswego State’s women’s volleyball coach…

Women’s hockey have tons of optimism, excitement for 2021 season

The build up to have players and fans back at Marano Campus Center Arena has everyone talking about Lakers hockey. Members of the Oswego State women’s ice hockey team are thrilled to get started on the right foot. The hiatus…

Men’s hockey eager, happy to get back to skating in MCC Ice Arena

The Oswego State men’s hockey team conducted media day on Sept. 22 in the Marano Campus Center. Head Coach Ed Gosek led the charge in answering questions, accompanied by seniors Josh LeBlanc, Ryan Bunka and Travis Broughman.  Being away from…