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…
“I Am Oz” Campaign, Ozfest receives awards from SUNY related to diversity
Over the past year Oswego State has made an effort to spread awareness of multiple cultures and backgrounds on campus. Last week, “I Am Oz” and Ozfest received recognition from SUNY for outstanding programming. According to SUNY, awards are given…
Students race for cure in pumpkin run
More than 175 people gathered to run 3.1 miles on Saturday to participate in the Great Pumpkin Run. At 1:30 p.m., the participants started the 5k at Marano Campus Center. They ran down the sidewalk towards Shineman, then continued running…
Academic assistance hits new low
Declining student availability at the Office of Learning Services (OLS) has led to multiple tutees per session. According to the Director of OLS, Catherine Santos, 92 tutors were hired last year. This fall the staff dropped to 67. “We have…
WTOP-10 receives high-definition update from SA
Student Association passed a bill Tuesday committing to fund WTOP-10 with approximately $350,000 over a ten-year payment period toward a high definition upgrade. The complete cost of the project amounts to approximately $500,000 for new equipment and network infrastructure compatible…
Town hall meeting addresses student concerns
Oswego State President Deborah Stanley hosted a town hall meeting on Monday for students to share their questions and concerns about hot topics related to campus. This was the third Conversation With President Stanley event. “I get to talk to…
Participants attend program to encourage meaningful student action
On Wednesday night, a representative from the United States Student Association came to Oswego State to talk to students about how they can affect change on their campus. Akin Olla, a Nigerian native and 2013 graduate of Rowan University, spoke…
Officials host rally to continue operation of local nuclear power plant
On Monday, federal, state and local officials hosted a rally in support of the FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant and nuclear power after an energy company considered closing the facility. In attendance were New York Congressmen John Katko of the 24th…
President presents trustee with honor
It has been two years since the passing of the school’s biggest donor, Lorraine E. Marano. On Sept. 28 her Living Trust came back to the Oswego campus to dedicate a plaque in her honor. Marano and her husband are…
