Accessibility: things need to be fixed, soon
It has been more than 34 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act became law in 1990. Yet it is an open secret that the SUNY Oswego campus is not very accessible for people with or without disabilities. When you…
Digital platforms leading to decline in newspaper
In the progressive age of technology, everything we do is not too far from our comfort zones. Whether we are asking Alexa to turn on our lights or using AI to summarize a reading, we almost never have to think…
Dining hall website should go back to normal
I strongly dislike the new website for the dining halls. First and foremost, I would like to acknowledge the time and effort the creator put into creating the website. Creating one is not an easy task and they should be…
Semester guide: exploring different study methods
Welcome to all new and returning students, happy fall semester! Transitioning from summer fun to coursework can be a brutal adjustment, especially if you are not familiar with different study methods to keep yourself on track. Here are a couple…
First time living off-campus should be interesting
We made it Lakers… This is the first publication of the 2024 fall semester year! If you are reading this, you are now three weeks into school and it is absolutely the best time to be a college student. It…
Certain figures do not deserve their fame
The internet has been good at giving random people fame and attention for doing and saying funny things for a long time, including the Vine days. Recently, Haliey Welch has received a lot of attention and millions of followers for…
Cultural names need to be treated the same as others
A recent NPR article examining the lack of publication of Chinese scientists with cultural names has sparked a discussion over “name racism.” “The disparity was most pronounced for authors with East Asian and African names; they were on average mentioned…
Students should travel abroad, gain new experiences
It can be scary trying new things. Humans thrive on routines as we are creatures of habit. We like to feel in control and feel that things are predictable. While humans do thrive on routines, getting out of your comfort…
Editor-in-Chief’s Column: Analyzing the top NFL prospects for draft season
I am not sure how to begin stuff like this, but I am Dan Rys, the former sports editor and incoming Editor-in-Chief for next year! At the office, we think it is the funniest pipeline ever as Ben Diamond, the…
Community: there should be alternatives to giving back
Celebrities should be giving back to their community financially, but should not be required or pressured to do so. Celebrities are held to a much higher standard than the average person, as is their money. Although some may consider certain…