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Student social media use effects learning, thinking dynamics in class

The Supreme Court is hearing two cases that can change the use of social media and set precedents for interpreting the First Amendment. Conservative states Texas and Florida have passed laws prohibiting social media companies from banning political figures on…

Oswego County to collaborate with CNY food bank for mobile food pantries

Beginning in April, the Oswego County Health Department will pair with the Food Bank of Central New York to host mobile food pantries for families in need. There will be no income requirement for participation, and everyone who arrives at…

Eclipse provides inspiration to local artists, population

When the dance of the sun and moon begins, some artists look to the sky for inspiration. Both within and beyond Oswego, artists are using the eclipse as a way to create art. At Riverside Artisans, artist Bonnie Sommers hosted…

SUNY Oswego emergency response agencies prepare for visitor influx

The 2024 total solar eclipse on April 8 is expected to bring a lot of buzz to the city of Oswego, as well as SUNY Oswego’s campus. With a high number of people expected to view the eclipse from Oswego’s…

University hosts discussion panel on Israel, Palestine

SUNY Oswego recently hosted a panel discussion, “Making Sense of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict,” on March 26 in Lanigan Hall, featuring four professors.  The panel included communication studies professors Jason Zenor and Arvind Diddi, history professor Murat Yasar and political science…

Oswego students organize protest, memorial, denounce Palestine violence

Student organizations hosted two events this week to condemn violence in Palestine. Muslim Student Association (MSA) hosted the first event of the week, a memorial for the lives lost in Palestine. The event aimed to “acknowledge and pay tribute to…

Zonta Club of SUNY Oswego rallies at City Hall for reproductive rights

On March 23, The Zonta Club of Oswego held a demonstration in the Civic Plaza in front of City Hall. The club is a part of Zonta International, an organization that has made its mission, according to the Zonta District…

City of Oswego prepares ahead of total solar eclipse next month

A window decal of a smiling moon covering the sun greets pedestrians walking past Man in the Moon Candies in Oswego. Around it reads, “ECLIPSE! APRIL 8TH.” To the right of it is a small advertisement for a collectible poster…

Renowned graphic designer visits university, advises aspiring students 

On March 20, renowned graphic design professional Debbie Millman arrived at SUNY Oswego to talk about her experiences regarding her life and the struggles leading to her involvement as a voice in the design industry. She has many accomplishments, most…

New York State to prioritize mental health, eating disorder support following pandemic

New York State has introduced legislation that would implement a course of study on the prevention of eating disorders in schools. This is a reaction to teen mental health struggles caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, legislative struggles have caused…