Planetarium anticipates new seasonal shows
Oswego State students will have a unique opportunity this December. The planetarium, located in Shineman 223, is showing “The Stars of Winter,” an astrology show based around the stars that are visible in December, January and February. Planetarium director Scott…
Faculty: we thank you
To the faculty and professional staff who signed the “Faculty and Professional Staff Statement on Harassment and Intimidation on Campus:” Thank you. Since the results of the presidential election were announced, tensions have been high around the Oswego State campus….
N-word should never be spoken, period
The N-word. What can be said about it? It is a nihilistic word that was formed out of hatred and oppression, ultimately utilized to label and dehumanize an entire group of people. It is an instigative word that elicits negative…
Food pantry helps students, gets them involved in community
Oswego State is working to relieve some of the stress from college students’ budgets during the holiday season by offering a food pantry on campus. The pantry was opened in October and provides food, toiletries and winter clothing to meet…
Castro’s death stirs emotions
How does one accurately describe the legacy of the infamous Fidel Castro? Many are left to answer this question as the former Cuban president passed away on Nov. 25 at the age of 90. Castro’s death was polarizing to say…
Mandatory fee deemed unfair for students who dislike sports
Tuition is the universal nightmare of college students from coast to coast. Whether someone attends an Ivy League university or a state school, just seeing the word FAFSA in an email can make any collegiate cringe. Everyone has all heard…
Make sure trending stories are real
“Trump Supporter Stabbed by 21-Year-Old Black Man,” “Pope Francis Endorses Bernie Sanders for President,” everyone knows the headlines. This sort of “fake news” headlines flooding Facebook newsfeeds have come under close scrutiny recently for their influence on this year’s election. …
Look at Oz: Alumnus releases debut album
Long Island-based alt-soul artist Bobby Chucka premiered his debut album “ctrl – alt – acpt” via Facebook Live on Nov. 1. Over 5,000 users viewed the Facebook Live stream as they were audibly taken to a unique realm of music…
Weekly EP: KEN Mode’s ‘Nerve’ matches last album’s sound
KEN Mode is a hardcore metal band from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada that can most easily be described as “loud.” They make the kind of music listeners would expect from a band whose acronym stands for “Kill Everyone Now.” Formed in…
Metallica gives listeners new songs, old style
On Nov.18, Metallica released their 10th studio album, “Hardwired… to Self-Destruct.” The record opens with the title track “Hardwired” which starts off fast with the frantic pace and James Hetfield’s distinct vocals reminiscent of 1980s Metallica. The whole album reflects…
