Wonton House announces closing due to family illness
Wonton House has been a staple restaurant for Oswego State students since its opening seven years ago. On Monday, the restaurant closed. Jason Shi, the owner of the business, closed Wonton House because his parents, who were the primary cooks…
New student fee for ride to Syracuse enacted by Student Association
Students taking a bus to go home for the weekend, to shop at Destiny USA or to enjoy a day trip, will now pay a fee to travel to Syracuse for a trip that was once free. The Centro bus…
Non-traditonal students increase nationally
U.S. Army veteran Robert Lee won six commendation medals for guarding Fort Drum, 23 years ago. In two years, Lee will attain his next honor: a college degree. “I don’t think there’s words to express how good it will feel,”…
Mary Walker Health Center Offers Clinic to Students during flu season
Aside from the aesthetically pleasing seasonal aspects of Fall, there is one that is often dreaded, the start to cold and flu season. At this point in the year, there have been no reported outbreaks of the flu according to…
West Pierhead Lighthouse seeks funding for upcoming restorations
The West Pierhead Lighthouse Restoration Project is seeking funding for renovation proposals this upcoming year. Last Tuesday night, the Common Council in the city of Oswego authorized Community Development Director Mary Vanouse submitted an application to Assemblyman Will Barclay’s office…
Walk-a-thon raises money for community
Over 100 people from around campus and the community attended this year’s 24th annual SEFA walk-a-thon, raising over $628 for the United Way of greater Oswego County on Saturday, Oct. 17. Registration for the 5k began at 11 a.m. The…
Oswego mayoral debate 2015
Oswego City residents showed their support in attending the 2015 mayoral debate Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Oswego High School auditorium. City Councilor Billy Barlow, Oswego County legislator Amy Tresidder and incumbent Thomas Gillen addressed topics ranging from economic…
Nation-wide school shootings spark Oswego State administration response
On Oct. 1 at Umpqua Community College in Oregon, a gunman shot and killed nine people. On Oct. 9, another fatal shooting occurred at Texas Southern University in which one person was killed and one injured. And in nearby Syracuse…
Number of therapy pets rises in res halls
Mental illness is an impediment to some college students’ academic performance and Oswego State is considering innovative ways to aid these students. Mental Health and Wellness Week was observed from Oct. 5 to 9 at Oswego State and included many…
Bark for Life raises funds for cancer research
More than $200 was raised for the American Cancer Society on Saturday, Oct. 10. Students from around campus and the community gathered with their dogs to participate in Bark for Life. Colleges Against Cancer, an Oswego State organization, hosted the…
