Leaves are disappearing, bicycles are not
We all know the feeling; walking to class and all of a sudden, a bike rushes by. You may jump a little or maybe move out of their way if they are heard coming, but unquestionably, bicyclists can be an…
Victims now in spotlight
#MeToo is a painful but necessary reminder of how infiltrated our lives have become by sexual assault and sexual harassment. This social media trend is an important way to bring attention to a serious issue. However, it is also a…
Sessions surrenders to president
Attorney General Jeff Sessions recently stated that the Department of Justice intends to challenge affirmative action. The DOJ will be probing an admissions case at Harvard University. When Attorney General Jeff Sessions recused himself from the Russia probe, tensions arose…
Destigmatizing mental illness crucial step to help suffering
October is National Depression Awareness Month, but it is prudent to point out that mere awareness of the problem is not enough. Everyone needs to do their part to educate themselves about depression and other mental health issues so that…
Twitter deserves wrath from women
#WomenBoycottTwitter gained momentum on Twitter when actress Rose McGowan’s account was temporarily locked after she released a number of tweets about Harvey Weinstein’s misconduct toward women, including herself. According to Twitter, this violates the company’s terms of service. Twitter’s terms…
NCAA lets North Carolina off hook
In what can only be described as a Friday news dump, the National Collegiate Athletic Association released the results of their seven-year-long investigation into the University of North Carolina’s athletic program. This decision they came to was shameful not only…
Halloween costumes meant to be lighthearted, not offensive
The Halloween season seems to grow longer each year. Thanks to the mass commercialization of the holiday, decorations and costumes begin showing up in department stores as soon as October arrives. This year, as costumes begin being purchased or created,…
Jobs in college pay dividends
In college, there are countless opportunities that can help prepare students for the future. Perhaps one the most beneficial of these would be having a part time job on top of taking classes. The benefits that come along with holding…
Oswego community shares viewpoints on protest
On a national level, kneeling protests in the NFL have divided countless people both politically and socially, and the debate has trickled down to small communities throughout the country. Specific to Oswego State, there are countless diverse viewpoints from both…
Author Lindy West speaks on campus
Sexism, fat-shaming and internet trolling: journalist and writer Lindy West unapologetically disclosed her experiences with these topics, among others, in the Sheldon Hall Ballroom Wednesday night. West is widely known for voicing her opinion on social justice and fat-acceptance on…
