Remembering Oswego native: Dr. George Franklin Grant
In celebration of Black History Month, we should take the time to remember an inventor who was born and raised right here in Oswego, New York. His name was Dr. George Franklin Grant. Grant was a talented engineer who was…
Pain transformed to passion: Maya Angelouâs Story
A monumental poet by name of Maya Angelou, spoke life into the words that she wrote. With her deep philosophical meanings she was able to leave a legacy throughout the years leaving many able to relate to her. Angelou was…
Epstein files evoke worldwide shock
Desensitization is a drug and we are all suffering from the side effects. Within the passing months, the news has been especially dark, filling our screens with the first batch of redacted files from Jeffrey Epsteinâs array of documents, photos…
Human rights should not be up for debate
With the outrage on both political sides about opposing issues, it is safe to say Immigrations and Custom Enforcement (ICE) is not an inherently political issue, it is a human rights issue. It is normal for a politician (such as…
Zohran Mamdani election win sparks change
Zohran Mamdani would receive less hate if his name was John Smith. The racism against him has been evident. Mamdani is fighting for New Yorkers. Mamdaniâs primary goals for New Yorkers are to freeze rent, make buses free, make childcare…
Housing changes expected next academic year
Housing applications were opened for the 2026-27 academic year, and with the recent closure of Johnson Hall, things are looking to be different in the housing department here at Oswego. According to a recent email sent out from the Reslife…
Professors should be cautious with AI trackers
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has singlehandedly produced a widespread fear for teachers and college professors who restrict plagiarism. Not only have assignments been built with plagiarism trackers but professors have even gone as far as creating assignments with…
âLove Islandâ streams into racial controversy
Last week, âLove Island USAâsâ Season 7 cast member Huda Mustafa and her boyfriend Louis Russell, who has appeared on numerous reality dating shows, were accused of racism. Mustafa and Russell were on a live stream when someone called them….
Mariah Careyâs Sephora commercial mocks boycotting efforts
Mariah Carey, singer of one of the worldâs most popular modern Christmas songs, âAll I Want for Christmas Is You,â vocalized herself into a Sephora ad controversy. On Nov. 1, Carey posted her annual defrosting video at midnight, aiming to…
Social media should be saved for remembrance
In light of the many surprising and saddening deaths of 2025, many people have begun to critique the impact of legacy on Earth as opposed to legacy after death. In reference to famous celebrities, the ethical concern is posed as…
