Landlords face stricter policies, fines
Zoning issues and code enforcement for handling run-down properties in Oswego were discussed at the biweekly committee meeting on Sept. 19 and it has implications for off-campus living. With regard to rental properties, Oswego Mayor Billy Barlow proposed an increase…
Felony question removed from application
On Sept. 14, the State University of New York board of trustees removed the question about felony convictions from its undergraduate application. According to The New York Times, it is a step forward for colleges to remove questions about criminal…
Sustainability initiative adds water bottle refill stations
New bottle filling stations have been installed by Oswego State’s Sustainability Office in academic buildings across campus to reduce disposable bottle waste. The major renovations done within the buildings in the past five years have included the installations of the…
Anti-racist author speaks about police brutality
On Sept. 27, Tim Wise, an American anti-racism activist and writer, spoke to Oswego State about police brutality and racism. Wise has given speeches at over 1,000 college campuses and high schools across the United States and has trained law…
Comfort bags filled for victims donated by SUNY schools to support abuse victims
The State University of New York system recently launched a program supporting victims of abuse with care packages distributed to local shelters statewide. The SUNY’s Got Your Back initiative was put in place by Title IX coordinators to create a…
Professor has breakthrough in improving air quality
Being a “plant mom” has become a common fad among many teenagers and young adults. Plant life has become a topic that Americans have more interest in. Although people keep plants in their homes, the majority of plant owners do…
Field hockey remains perfect
The Oswego State field hockey team is starting the season out strong with a five-game winning streak, erasing last season’s forgetful record out of their memory. Last year, the team had an overall record of 3-11. This year, the team…
Oswego State Athletics proving their worth in early stages
The start of the athletic year for many Oswego State sports teams has been nothing short of spectacular. Nearly each team has seen success as the midway mark of the regular season inches closer. The biggest story of the fall…
Defensive scoring helping Lakers continue steady success
Offense starts from the back moving forward. A compact backline is the key to success in college soccer. This is the mentality of the Lakers as they look for their fourth win of the young season on Friday. “We’re really…
Former Lakers leave big impression on current leaders for O’Connell’s club
With an overall record of 8-5 so far this season, it is safe to say that the Oswego State women’s volleyball team remains on the upswing. Boasting six new players this year, claiming they have not skipped a beat would…
