The Oswegonian

The Independent Student Newspaper of Oswego State

DATE

Dec. 24, 2024

Samantha Flavell

Drug tests promote productive workplace

            The job market is the one market everyone has had to deal with, has to deal with and will have to deal with. Being employed is a necessary aspect for success in life, as unfortunate as some may find…

Fake Momo challenge causes uproar

Recently, news agencies, such as CNN and Fox News, have made reports regarding a viral phenomenon known as the Momo Challenge. The Momo Challenge is said to be an online dare where a viewer must watch a Youtube video showing…

System of providing period products poor

On Feb. 19, the Oswego State Student Association signed in the period resolution. While this sounds like a good idea, there are a lot of unanswered questions in terms of funding and execution that should cause people to hold off…

Each political decision made effects citizens

“I do not have any opinions.” This is a common line tossed about when discussing certain topics, especially those political in nature. This statement is plagued with ignorance. Perhaps the opinions you have do not pertain to the situation at…

Suicide hotline provides support

Suicide is a national problem that kills, on average, 44,000 people per year, according to Mental Health America. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline has been proven to be a life-saving resource for those at risk for suicide, but this crucial…

Staff Editorial

In a time of such hostile political and social climates, it is important to remember that despite all of our differences and problems, hate will not solve anything. The majority of problems arise when people become self-infatuated, so concerned with…

Men’s lacrosse look to build off postseason birth

The snow may not be melting yet at Oswego, but it is being pushed off Laker Turf for the start of lacrosse season. Spring is just around the corner, and the men’s lacrosse team is getting back into action. The…

Indoor track ends season at NCAA regionals

In the biggest and brightest spotlights, some people crack under the pressure. On the other hand, pressure may bring out the best in others. After all, pressure creates diamonds. The 725,000 pounds of pressure per square inch needed to yield…

Baseball team looks for third-straight SUNYAC title

The Oswego State baseball team made another run to the Div. III College World Series last season after winning both the SUNYAC championship and New England Regional bracket. The Lakers were one of eight teams nationally that qualified for the…

Lakers advance to Sweet 16 in Illinois

The Oswego State Lakers advanced to the Sweet 16 of the Div. III NCAA Tournament after defeating Baldwin Wallace University 75-71 in overtime on March 2.  The Lakers continued their impressive season with the win against the Yellow Jackets, being…