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…
Traveling preacher sparks student debate in Quad
A group of students gathered around a lone, traveling preacher to discuss his faith views on Monday afternoon on the campus of Oswego State. The man, Jim Deferio, lives in Syracuse, N.Y. and has traveled to what he said to…
Oswego mayoral debate 2015
Oswego City residents showed their support in attending the 2015 mayoral debate Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Oswego High School auditorium. City Councilor Billy Barlow, Oswego County legislator Amy Tresidder and incumbent Thomas Gillen addressed topics ranging from economic…
Nation-wide school shootings spark Oswego State administration response
On Oct. 1 at Umpqua Community College in Oregon, a gunman shot and killed nine people. On Oct. 9, another fatal shooting occurred at Texas Southern University in which one person was killed and one injured. And in nearby Syracuse…
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…
Panic Film Festival crowns best student horror film on campus
Creative, unique, chilling. These words best describe the student made horror films that were showcased at the sixth annual Panic Film Festival Saturday afternoon. The Marano Campus Center auditorium was filled by students and faculty members who witnessed the short…
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…
