Student protest shows unity
Over two weeks ago, students at Syracuse University held a rally to air problems they hold with the administration of the university. Called the Diversity and Training Rally (DAT Rally), the rally was sparked after students realized that campus officials…
Veterans deserve respect
With Veterans Day behind us, it’s important not to forget the men and women who have volunteered to protect and serve the country. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there are currently 892,221 veterans in New York alone….
Staff Editorial: Vote to bring change immediatly
Election Day may be behind us, but that does not mean that politics end until 2016. A deplorable number of people showed up on Tuesday to cast their ballots in the midterm elections. Now, the Republican Party controls the U.S….
Vote in midterm elections
It is time for the midterm elections on Tuesday and registered voters must head out to have their voices heard. Voters will often refrain from heading to the polls in years where there is no presidential election. According to the…
Vote in upcoming election
The 2014 midterm elections are just around the corner and students should be preparing themselves to head to the polls. It may not be one of the most important election years in some people’s minds, but there are some very…
Applause for media summit
Now that the 10th annual Lewis B. O’Donnell Media Summit has drawn to a close, Oswego State has plenty to talk about. Whether it is how new media affects the way we gather our news or just about the importance…
Sit in on summit for sure
The 10th annual Lewis B. O’Donnell Media Summit is being held on Oct. 16 and media professionals such as Connie Schultz, Al Roker and Charlie Rose will be around to talk to students throughout the day. This event is a…
Save paper, save students
Oswego State hosted the annual SUNY Sustainability Conference earlier this week. The two-day event brought together several companies trying to do better for the environment. Sustaining our environment is something that should be on the mind of our student body….
Officials keep data hushed
Once again Oswego State officials are creating a false sense of security for the campus community. There should be no surprise as this issue was discussed in this very same spot just last week. A week after a student who…
Take our safety seriously
Sexual assault is a problem on college campuses across the country and Oswego State is no different. School officials recently announced the updated Title IX guidelines, in order to meet a federal mandate. The mandate requires colleges to be fully…