‘Evil Dead’ engages with genuine characters, terrifying gore
There have been few films in the horror genre in recent years that have manages to truly instill fear in their audience. “Evil Dead” managed to engage viewers and truly terrify its audience. The acting is good for a horror…
Student organization celebrates African culture at annual dinner
The Hewitt Union Ballroom was transformed into a jungle paradise as the African Student Organization celebrated their ninth annual dinner, this past Saturday, April 6. Entitled “Sao Tome Sunsets: Jungle Royalty,” the dinner was a tribute to African heritage. President…
Paramore ventures into new sounds, manages to stay true
In 2010 alternative rock band Paramore, went through a whirlwind of changes, as the band’s lead guitarist, Josh Farro, and his brother, drummer Zac Farro, left the band. After an almost five year wait, Paramore has released a new self-titled…
WNYO Loud Rock album of the week: ‘Volbeat’
Denmark band Volbeat, combine hard rock, metal and rockabilly in their unique style of music. Three years after releasing “Beyond Hell/Above Heaven,” Volbeat have released their fifth studio album, “Outlaw Gentlemen and Shady Ladies,” and it’s a hell of a…
Rising Student Artists: Atticus Finch releases intimate album
Angst driven, eloquent and sorrowful, Oswego’s own Atticus Finch will release its newest full-length album, “Off the Grid,” April 12. Originally from Herkimer, N.Y., the band formed in high school and consists of Patrick Malowski (guitar and vocals), Ryan Newman…
Softball sweeps doubleheader
The Oswego State softball team swept a twin bill from SUNY Fredonia on Saturday in dramatic fashion, winning the first game 11-10 and the nightcap 5-4. Junior third baseman and team captain Dee Apps led the Lakers, going a combined…
Men’s lacrosse suffers 1st home loss
The Oswego State men’s lacrosse team was handed its first home loss on Saturday by SUNY Plattsburgh in a dramatic affair that was settled in overtime. Freshman midfielder Joey Kromer notched the game’s final two goals, including the game-winner, 1:36…
Rash of dorm thefts at Oswego State campus
Oswego State has seen an increase in thefts in recent months, including an arrest made last week. This semester thefts and burglaries are on track to surpass peak numbers recorded by University Police. In 2008, 45 incidents of burglaries were…
Oswego State develops veteran initiative
Whether they are enrolling for academics or simply returning home, Oswego State has made a strong commitment to military veterans, as they return to their lives at home. In the fall of 2012, Oswego State put together a committee of…
Community plan to ‘Thrive’
Oswego State’s Office of Business and Community Relations has put forth a new program called Thrive in an effort to improve both the Oswego State and city of Oswego communities. Jeffrey Grimshaw is the director of the Office of Business…
