Senate shakedown
Student Association Vice President T.J. Scandaliato resigned at Tuesday night’s senate meeting and was replaced by Senate Pro Tempore Ajay Lentini on Wednesday. "Due to a series of unfortunate events that are both professional and personal, I have to resign…
Writing Center lacks resources to help students
The Writing Center has undergone major changes brought on by SmarThinking, a software introduced to Oswego State last semester by the Office of Learning Services. The software is currently not in use and there are only three writing tutors available…
Voting machines unaffected by voter turnout
Despite low voter turnout, the Oswego County Board of Elections remains hopeful that students will step up and vote. Oswego County Democratic Commissioner Dick Atkins said although there has been continuous low voter turnout at Oswego State, he hopes students…
SUNY pay raises cause upset among U.U.P., campus, S.A.
Recent raises given to three top SUNY officials have created an upset within the SUNY system. Chancellor Nancy Zimpher, along with two other administrators, each, received $30,000 pay raises, over a 10 percent increase, along with other benefits. Philip Smith,…
Under-21 alcohol violations on rise
The number of alcohol-related violations for students under 21 at Oswego State has doubled since 2007. Lisa Evaneski, director of judicial affairs, said there could be several reasons for the increase in the number of violations. "We have a few…
SA vice president resigns – Breaking News
Student Association Vice President TJ Scandaliato resigned at Tuesday night’s senate meeting. "Due to a series of unfortunate events that are both professional and personal, I have to resign the vice presidency of the Student Association," said Scandaliato in his…
University Police to hire four new officers
Four University Police officers retired at the end of September, leaving a temporary hole in U.P. Lt. Mike Taylor, Lt. Kirk Coates, Lt. Geri Bosco and Officer David Scott retired on Sept. 29. "Losing their expertise will no doubt have…
S.A. funds could save organizations
A bill granting Tier II organizations their budgets was passed by the student Senate Tuesday night, nearly a quarter of the way into the academic year. In order for the budget to become law, it needs to be signed by…
Troubles with traffic
The amount of New York state traffic tickets issued by University Police on the Oswego State campus increased by 153 percent between 2006 and 2009. 288 tickets were issued in 2006 and 730 in 2009, according to U.P. annual reports….
Media panel discusses future of industry
"Getting students ready for new media was the focus of this year’s Lewis B. O’Donnell Media Summit on Thursday, Oct. 14. "A panel of four industry leaders and innovators led by a moderator shed light on the changing nature of…
