The Oswegonian

The Independent Student Newspaper of Oswego State

DATE

Dec. 26, 2024

Ben Diamond

Opinion

Editor-in-Chief’s Column: Video games: relaxing and nostalgic

The lessened class load I have been able to take on has given me more of a chance to relax outside of working hours. I have not had this much free time since the fall 2020 semester, when all classes…

Editor-in-Chief’s Column: Beginning of end of my time in Oswego

Winter break came and went as many breaks have in the past, but I felt like this one really helped rejuvenate me and prepare me for this semester. Being able to spend a lot of time with family and friends…

Editor-in-Chief Column: Christmas plans: Ready to complete them all

The holiday season is always special; lots of lights, lots of presents, lots of hot chocolate and a lot of fun! This year is going to be even more special  because I am going to celebrate Christmas for the first…

Dog dad: Learning patience from raising Yuki: Editor-in-Chief’s Column

My girlfriend and I are raising an American Akita named Yuki. Akitas are a dog breed that when fully mature can weigh over 100 pounds. Even though she is only about eight months old, she is already huge: 64 pounds…

Semesters and seasons: things are changing fast: Editor-in-Chief’s Column

As a senior, it is coming to a point where it is difficult to decide what classes I want to take for the coming semester. What makes it even more difficult is that I have already passed the credit threshold…

Opinion

Preparing for the future is hard, yet worth it: Editor-in-Chief Column

Applying for jobs seems like a fun time because it is a sign that you are looking toward your future, but in reality, it is a tedious and stressful process. It can take months because places either take a while…

Week’s act of service, saving turtles: Editor-in-Chief’s column

Fall break was very relaxing for me. It gave me some time to see family again and get away from the daily grind at SUNY Oswego. But before that, on Oct. 11, Faith Summerville and I helped facilitate the safe…

Editor-in-Chief Column: Ruminating on my history with baseball

Baseball has been a huge part of my life since I was a little kid. Whether I am playing it or watching it, I always enjoy it. On Sept. 27, I went to Toronto with a friend to watch the…

Opinion

Settling into the new role and season: Editor-in-Chief Column

I cannot believe we are already a third of the way through the fall semester. It feels like time is flying by. As the semester has progressed, I have gotten into a good routine, managing the responsibilities given to me…

Editor-in-Chief’s Column: What grinds my gears: logos and locations

Why is the logo at center ice in the Deborah F. Stanley Arena facing the way it is? It makes absolutely no sense. Every logo in professional sports faces the broadcasting booths in order for the logo to be spotlit…