Preacher sparks debate, controversy
This report is from 2015. For the 2019 article on Jesse Morrell’s visit to Oswego State, go here. A group of students gathered around a lone traveling preacher on Monday afternoon on the Oswego State campus. The man, Jim Deferio,…
Some Students left without home to return to during breaks from school
Three months out of the year, crashing on a friend’s couch is the norm for Senior Dylan McGill. With his nearest relative in Ohio, McGill scrambles to find a place to live on school breaks. “Nine months out of the…
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…
Preacher in Quad leads to questions regarding his presence on campus
Earlier in the week, a man by the name of Jim Deferio stood in the Quad with a sign preaching his views. This resulted in a crowd of students forming around him shouting their views right back at him. Each student…
Volunteer ghost hunters ignite Oswego’s Halloween spirit
As Halloween approaches, Oswego prepares for an eerie, frightful night with a little help from the Central New York ghost hunters. Every year in the middle of October, the CNY ghost hunters volunteer their time and energy at Fort Ontario to host…
