In memoriam: Michael Patrick Kraft
Michael Kraft loved writing, video games and traveling, all things that brought him pride and joy despite the challenges he faced in life. Among his lifelong goals was visiting Japan, a dream he fulfilled with his family in 2023. Another…
‘Dancing with the Stars’ announces 35th season celebrity cast
The ballroom is polished and the spray tans are ready! Last week, ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars” officially revealed their Season 35 celebrity cast competing for the Mirrorball Trophy. The unique casting mix of both entertainment and sport worlds attracts…
Rebecca Black is back, furthering electro-pop movement with confidence
Rebecca Black, electronic-pop artist, is back with her EP “Age of the Exhibitionist.” The singer known behind the 2011 phenomenon “Friday” has since rebranded into a mature, experimental and significant figure in modern electronic-pop. While Black has obtained decent traction…
From the Editor-in-Chief’s desk: Oswegonian encourages student writers participation
As we usher in the 91st year of The Oswegonian I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Elena Gaffney and I will be serving as the editor-in-chief for the 2026-2027 academic year. I was…
Volleyball swept at William Smith tournament
Oswego volleyball dropped its first three matches at the William Smith tournament Sept. 4-5, marking the first time since 2023 that they have dropped their first three contests of a season. Following a 20-9 season in 2025, the Lakers came…
Remembering Dolly Parton, her legacy built on dreams, music, generosity
Dolly Parton built a legacy that reached beyond music, turning her successes into a lasting commitment to children, families and her Tennessee community. Parton died Aug. 25, 2026, at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, Tennessee, at age 80 after a…
Oswego’s men’s, women’s cross country teams dominate first invitational
Both the men’s and women’s Oswego State cross country teams kicked off their season in dominant fashion, earning first-place finishes in their home invitational on Sept. 4. The morning began with the Lakers celebrating their graduating seniors before the teams…
The Lake Effect Cafe hosts firstOpen Mic Night of fall semester
Sept. 3, right inside the Penfield Library, The Lake Effect Cafe hosted its first Open Mic Night of the year. Students of all majors gathered together in the cozy lounge to enjoy a night of karaoke, poetry, comedy and more. …
Field hockey defeats Keuka, starts 3-0 for first time since 2022
For the first time since 2022, the Oswego State field hockey team has started the season 3-0. With wins over Elmira College, Nazareth University and Keuka College – three foes that the team has outscored a combined 8-1 – the…
7 Brew’s Financial Ownership History
A new coffee place in town is causing a stir, 7 Brew’s upcoming grand opening continues to elicit excitement and intrigue all around campus. Cars have been seen painted with bold messages such as “We love 7 Brew,” and lines…
